Inspiration for the Violette Squeeze came during a recent trip to Portland, we discovered Crème de Violette liquor. Funny enough, we had never heard of it before but saw it at a few different restaurants there. And, I am obsessed with anything purple. So naturally, I would order any cocktails that might look anything remotely close to that color.
What does Crème de Violette taste like, you ask? The taste profile and aroma are distinctly floral and sweet. In the world of cocktails, Crème de Violette is considered a core ingredient in the Aviation.
Naturally, once back home, we tried to replicate it. After much trial and error, here is the recipe for the Violette Squeeze, our new go-to at home cocktail. It’s very floral with a lemony taste, the perfect drink for the summer months.
Also, if you think this cocktail is something you would like, you are not alone. This Violette Squeeze cocktail is by far our most popular cocktail recipe.
Violette Squeeze
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 1/2 oz Vodka
- 3 oz Creme de Violette
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- 8 oz Club Soda
- Ice
- Lemon Slice for garnish
Instructions
- Juice fresh lemons to obtain 1 1/2 ounces of lemon juice. Measure and pour into a shaker.
- Add 1 1/2 ounces of your favorite vodka into the shaker. If you prefer Gin, that would work well too.
- Also, pour 1/2 ounce of simple syrup into the shaker. Add more if you want your cocktail to be sweeter.
- Finally, add 3 ounces of Creme de Violette liquor to the shaker.
- Shake well.
- In your favorite cocktail glass, pour the contents of the shaker.
- Add the Club Soda until the glass is filled. The ingredients listed here are enough for a 16 oz glass.
- Garnish with a lemon slice or anything else that might make it Insta worthy.
If you are looking for more cocktail recipes like the Violette Squeeze, here is a list of our favorites.
- Red Passion Cocktail
- Passion Fruit Fizz Cocktail
- Violette Sour Cocktail
- Honey Orange Whisky Refresher
Finally, we have learned that to make great cocktails, having the right tools can be very helpful. Click here to read all about the ones that we think every home bartender should have.
Products used to make this recipe
This lemon & lime squeezer won’t waste a single drop from your favorite fruit! It's designed to be easy on hands.
The Elevated Craft cocktail shaker has a super high-capacity jigger top, double-wall vacuum insulated design, with a built-in strainer.
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Sally
I just tried this for our BBQ and it was a hit!
June
Thanks for sharing this recipe! It is easy to make, refreshing and even my husband likes it.
WaryTraveler
Glad you liked it June! 🙂
Anonymous
Three ounces of Violette is a LOT. Good idea but way too sweet for me.
Caro
Great base for a recipe. It was too sweet. I’d either skip the simple syrup or do less crème de violette. Using bubbly rosé is better in place of the club soda too.