Absente Absinthe 750ml
DescriptionEnter the mystical world of the Green Fairy with Absente Absinthe, a carefully crafted expression that honors the traditions of belle époque absinthe while meeting modern standards. This authentic absinthe revives the spirit that inspired artists and writers in 19th century Paris, using traditional botanicals including grand wormwood, anise, and fennel to create the complex flavor profile that made absinthe legendary. Each bottle offers a journey into one of history's most romanticized and misunderstood spirits.
The pale green color evokes the classic appearance of traditional absinthe. Aromatically, it delivers the trinity of absinthe botanicals—wormwood provides earthy, slightly bitter notes, while star anise and fennel create a complex licorice-like sweetness. Additional herbs including melissa, mint, and coriander add layers of complexity. The nose is both herbal and slightly medicinal, true to historical style. When prepared traditionally with water, the louche effect creates an opalescent cloudiness as essential oils emerge. The palate reveals intense herbal complexity—initial anise sweetness gives way to wormwood's characteristic bitterness, with cooling mint and citrus notes adding depth. The high proof carries these intense flavors without harshness when properly diluted.
What distinguishes Absente is its commitment to traditional absinthe production while ensuring modern safety standards. Using genuine wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) alongside other authentic botanicals, it captures the true character of pre-ban absinthe without the questionable additives of the past. The result is an absinthe that offers the complete historical experience—from the ritual of preparation to the complex flavors that made it the drink of bohemian Paris.
Best enjoyed in the traditional manner—slowly dripping ice-cold water over a sugar cube into the absinthe, watching the magical louche transformation. The typical ratio is 3-5 parts water to one part absinthe. For cocktails, it adds complexity to classics like the Sazerac. For those seeking to understand absinthe's enduring mystique, Absente offers an authentic glimpse into the spirit that defined an era.
