Unlock Absinthe's mysteries
We love Absinthe.
Yet, this herbal drink is one of the world’s most misunderstood spirits.
Demystify absinthe with us.
• Will absinthe make me hallucinate?
No, the “Green Fairy Effect” is based on exaggerated claims.
• Why absinthe had been banned?
Spread of poorly made absinthe, sensationalist stories and rivalry with winemakers. French politics banned absinthe via an anti-alcoholism campaign called “All for the wine, against absinthe”.
• Will it turn me into an amazing painter?
Many expressionist painters featured absinthe heavily in their artworks, from Van Gogh to Die Brucke. Absinthe may have inspired them, but skill alone is what made them great.
• Should I do shots of absinthe?
Probably not. It is a lot better when diluted with sugar and water, or in a cocktail.
Discover our absinthesAbsente 55 (700ml) - with box & spoon The premium classic released by Distilleries de Provence in 1998. This was the first post-prohibition French made absinthe. Grande Absente 69 (700ml) Fresh, herbaceous, and a little bitter. Our favourite to drink in the traditional way. Distilled only after great demand. Take your time with this one! Absente Fluo (700ml) A luminescent absinthe liqueur, a mere 26%. Perfect for parties lighting up under black light. Original family recipe. One of the most remedial absinthes on the market. |