What is creme de violette?

Crème de violette is a sweet, floral liqueur made from violet flowers. It has a deep purple color and a fragrant, floral aroma. It is typically used as a flavoring agent in cocktails and desserts. Crème de violette has been around since the mid-19th century but experienced a decline in popularity after World War II. Its resurgence in the early 2000s was due in part to the popularity of classic cocktails such as the Aviation and the Blue Moon, both of which call for crème de violette as an ingredient. Today, crème de violette is produced by a number of different companies and can be found in many liquor stores.