Aviation American Gin: The Lavender Maverick That Changed American Gin

Rafael Santos — Smooth and approachable

8/10

Soft lavender on the nose draws you in. The palate is smooth with cardamom doing the heavy lifting alongside gentle coriander. Not the most complex gin, but beautifully balanced.

Adaobi Eze — Perfect for a Negroni

9/10

The smooth, floral profile with subtle juniper makes this an absolute dream in a Negroni. The cardamom warmth plays beautifully with Campari. At 42% it holds its own without dominating. Brilliant stuff.

Marco Andretti — Underrated American gin

8/10

Aviation gets overlooked sometimes but it shouldn't. The anise seed adds a lovely depth beneath the lavender, and the orange peel citrus keeps things bright. Clean and gently floral on the finish.