Redux Superieure Absinthe 750ml
DescriptionWitness the renaissance of the Green Fairy with Redux Superieure Absinthe, a meticulously crafted revival that captures the spirit of Belle Époque absinthe while meeting modern quality standards. This isn't a mere recreation but a thoughtful reimagining, using traditional botanicals and production methods to create absinthe that would have graced the tables of Parisian cafés while satisfying contemporary palates. Redux, meaning 'brought back,' perfectly captures this absinthe's mission to restore the reputation of history's most misunderstood spirit.
The traditional preparation ritual reveals Redux's quality immediately. As ice-cold water drips over sugar into the pale green spirit, the famous louche effect creates an opalescent transformation that releases intense botanical aromas. Grand wormwood provides the signature bitter foundation, balanced by anise and fennel in the holy trinity of absinthe botanicals. But Redux's recipe includes additional herbs that add complexity - hints of melissa, hyssop, and coriander create layers that unfold gradually. The aroma is both medicinal and alluring, promising the complexity that made absinthe the muse of artists and writers.
On the palate, Redux Superieure delivers authentic absinthe experience with remarkable balance. The initial taste brings the expected bitter-sweet interplay, with wormwood's characteristic bitterness immediately balanced by anise sweetness. But complexity quickly emerges - layers of herbs reveal themselves like a botanical symphony. Mint provides cooling relief, while citrus notes add brightness. The traditional dilution creates perfect integration, with no single botanical dominating. Mid-palate brings subtle floral notes and a minerality that adds structure. The finish is long and complex, with alternating waves of herbs, spice, and that distinctive absinthe bitterness that cleanses and stimulates. This is absinthe for modern aesthetes, those who appreciate that historical accuracy and contemporary quality aren't mutually exclusive. Redux Superieure brings the Green Fairy back to life, proving that absinthe's notorious reputation was about cultural fear, not inherent danger.
