Absinthe

Welcome to the Absinthe Buyers Guide where you will discover a wide range of authentic absinthes now available in the
United States and from around the world. We will show you Deluxe Absinthe, Classic Absinthe and Strong Absinthe. We also provide information about modern and Belle Époque absinthe accessories to enhance your experience while imbibing this historic elixir.

After learning about the different brands and accessories you will also find a summary of absinthe's history and answers
to frequently asked questions. We also provide a list of movies with absinthe scenes and more!

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What is Absinthe

Absinthe is historically described as a distilled, highly alcoholic (45–74% ABV / 90-148 proof) beverage. It is an anise-flavoured spirit derived from botanicals, including the flowers and leaves of Artemisia absinthium (a.k.a. "grand wormwood"), together with green anise, sweet fennel, and other medicinal and culinary herbs. Absinthe traditionally has a natural green colour but may also be colourless. It is referred to in historical literature as "la fée verte" -- the green fairy!

One of absinthe's most notable characteristics, aside from its mysterious green color, is the "absinthe louche". This is when ice-cold water is added to absinthe and the mixture turns milky opalescent.

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