{"title":"Extraordinary Absinthe","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBuy extraordinary Absinthe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this section of our store, you will find exceptional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/collections\/all\" title=\"Real Absinthes\"\u003eabsinthes\u003c\/a\u003e. That means absinthe varieties that are appealing due to their uniqueness. You'll be amazed at what the world of absinthe has to offer. Have fun browsing!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wormwood-bitters","title":"Absinthe Wormwood Bitters 100 ml 40%","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you love the aromatic taste of wormwood? Then the ALANDIA Wormwood Bitters are a must try! We developed them to experience the full flavor of Absinthe's iconic ingredient: Wormwood. Therefore, our Absinthe Bitters are made of nothing more than grande wormwood (artemisia absinthium), this means the bottle contains 100% wormwood (no anise or fennel). Nothing more and nothing less. The aromatic but non-licorice taste is achieved by a blend of distilled and macerated wormwood intensified by vapor distilled wormwood oil. The Absinthe Wormwood Bitters are bottled in a dripper bottle for easy dosage. The alcohol level is set at 40% by vol. (80 proof), so that you can use them as well for other creative creations (see next paragraph).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe Wormwood Bitters: How to use them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst of all, you can add a few drops of the Bitters to your glass of Absinthe to intensify the wormwood taste. We recommend 30-35 drops for one glass. This sounds a lot but 30 drops are just 0.05 oz (1.5 ml). In cocktails, the Bitters add complexity with a bitter twist. Very nice drinks for the Cocktail Bitters are for example the classic\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sazerac Absinthe Cocktail Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/blogs\/news\/sazerac-recipe\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSazerac Absinthe Cocktail\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;or \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Best Bitters for Old Fashioned\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/blogs\/news\/cocktail-bitters-old-fashioned\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. But of course you can use the Absinthe Bitters as well for any drink of your choice. For example add a few drops to beer, vodka, gin or any soft drink or juice (Coke, Sprite and grape juice are delicious). You will be surprised, what these drops will do to the taste! The fascinating aspect of the Wormwood Bitters is that you can use them like flavor drops to give everything a Green Fairy touch. We actually used the Bitters already for cooking and added a good portion to our favorite granola cookie recipe. We love the wormwood twist!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbsinthe, Wormwood \u0026amp; Thujone, what is the hype all about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know, Absinthe will not make you freak out and you will not see pink elephants on the wall. But drinking Absinthe is different to drinking other spirits. Primarily, because of its rich history. Oscar Wilde once wrote: \"\u003cem\u003eAfter the first glass, you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally, you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world.\"\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/em\u003eThis statement in terms of the effect of drinking Absinthe is of course exaggerated. You will not hallucinate, Absinthe is \"just\" (high-proof) alcohol. But still, drinking Absinthe is a unique and authentic experience. No other drink has so many drinking rituals. And no other drink influenced the work of artists and poets at its time as much as Absinthe did. Therefore, drinking Absinthe comes with this very special aura of nostalgia. We love Absinthe for what it is...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you want to know more about Absinthe and its controversial history? Check out our Blog post about\u0026nbsp;\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Absinthe Banned\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/blogs\/news\/banned\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe and its prohibition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALANDIA Spirits","offers":[{"title":"100 ml \/ 40% \/ France","offer_id":52716510970195,"sku":"9999","price":16.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinthe-bitters-dripper.jpg?v=1768409331"},{"product_id":"66-abtshof","title":"Absinthe 66 Abtshof 1000 ml 66%","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/pages\/absinthe-usa\" title=\"Absinthe for sale\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;66 by Absthof comes in a one of a kind bottle. It is reminiscent of an old pharmacy bottle with an old-style label made out of real metal. The Absinthe itself has a very nice milky louche, and a lovely sweet taste of anise. Overall, the anise-level of this German Absinthe is higher in comparison to other Absinthes. This explains as well why Abtshof 66 has such a dense louche: The herb anise contains a lot of essential oils, which separate as soon as water is added to the Absinthe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to serve Absinthe 66 by Abtshof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the following video, you can see how you drink Absinthe the traditional French way. This is the preparation we recommend for Absinthe 66. You need an Absinthe glass, an Absinthe spoon, sugar cubes and ice-cold water for this traditional ritual. This is how it works: You place the Absinthe spoon on the rim of the glass, put a sugar cube on top and slowly add water. The Absinthe in the glass blends with water and magically louches from green to an opalescent white color. Santé, your Absinthe glass is prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbtshof Destillerie und der Absinth 66\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone looking for businesses with a long tradition will inevitably come across the Abtshof Distillery. Founded in 1924 in Buckau, it all began with a winemaker who wanted to bring his wine closer to the consumer. On the site of a former steam-powered brewery, a branch of the “Marienhof” winery was established, which switched to spirits production four years later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of the Abtshof is marked by ups and downs: During World War II, the distillery was heavily damaged; later, it became a state-owned enterprise in the GDR and was privatized in 1992. With a wide range of products, including “Goldbrand” and herbal liqueurs, the distillery established itself in the region and captured consumers’ interest. With the “Absinth 66” brand, they succeeded in making the once-maligned “Green Fairy” socially acceptable again. The presentation, modeled after apothecary bottles, underscores absinthe’s connection to the world of herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abtshof","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 66%","offer_id":53798103908691,"sku":"1268","price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinthe-abtshof-66.jpg?v=1767012063"},{"product_id":"hamlet-hardcore-black","title":"Absinthe Hamlet Hardcore Black 500 ml 69%","description":"\u003cp\u003eHamlet, the tragedy by William Shakespeare, recounts how Prince Hamlet exacts revenge on his uncle for murdering his father. The gravedigger scene is well known, where Hamlet thinks about the commonness of death and the vanity of life, while looking in the face of an unearthed skull. To be or not to be, probably the most famous quote of the play, expresses what \u003ca title=\"Absinthe for sale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/pages\/usa\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e Hamlet Hardcore Black stands for: A black Absinthe with a merciless alcohol percentage of 69% (138 proof!) combined with grand wormwood (artemisia absinthium) and bottled in a unique skull bottle. Despite its strength, Hamlet Hardcore Black has a surprisingly smooth taste. This effect is achieved by adding a bit of cinnamon and vanilla to the recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to drink black Absinthe Hamlet Hardcore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou shouldn't drink Absinthe Hamlet Hardcore Black straight, unless you want to experience the \"Shot of Death\". This black colored liquor is simply too strong. We recommend to drink Hamlet Hardcore Black on ice or mixed with two parts ice-cold water and one sugar cube. Ideally in a \u003ca title=\"Skull Glass Set\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/products\/glass-skull\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eskull glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which you can also buy here at our store. You can also use this black Absinthe for strong cocktails. We like for example Hamlet Hardcore Absinthe mixed with Coke and served on ice. But you better be careful, this drink is super strong.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALANDIA Spirits","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 69%","offer_id":52715844272467,"sku":"1664","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-hamlet-black.jpg?v=1767803328"},{"product_id":"snow-fairy-blanche","title":"Absinthe Snow Fairy Blanche 700 ml 53%","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Absinthe is produced on the Golan Heights in Israel. David Zibell, the owner and Master Distiller, runs the Golani Spirits distillery there. Absinthe Snow Fairy Blanche is based on an Absinthe recipe from the 19th century. The Absinthe is clear, meaning it is not colored with herbs after distillation. This makes the so-called Blanche Absinthes softer in taste than the green Vertes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsinthe Snow Fairy Blanche is made on the basis of sugar cane and beets and consists of 12 herbs: Artemisia Absinthium, anise, fennel, calamus, chamomile, elecampane, coriander seeds, lavender flowers, sassafras, angelica root, cardamom and star anise. From the list you can see that Snow Fairy Blanche Absinthe uses some fancy herbs like cardamom, sassafras (fennel wood tree) and elecampane, which give this Absinthe an oriental flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolan Height Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolani Distillery is a family-run distillery in the Golan Heights region of Israel. Founded in 2014 by David and Alona Zibell, the distillery focuses on producing high-quality spirits. In 2016, they launched Israel's first-ever crowd-funded whiskey - a milestone for the family and distillery. Since then, the range has been continuously expanded. In addition to locally produced Whiskies, the range includes Absinthes and Gins that reflect the unique terroir of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golani","offers":[{"title":"700 ml \/ 53%","offer_id":52716143640915,"sku":"1748","price":74.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-snow-fairy.jpg?v=1767612637"},{"product_id":"holy-spirit-fdc","title":"Absinthe Holy Spirit FDC Verte 700 ml 68%","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cask-aged Absinthe is produced on the Golan Heights in Israel. David Zibell, the owner and Master Distiller, runs the Golani Spirits distillery there. Absinthe Holy Spirits Verte is based on a French Absinthe recipe from 1855, and was the favorite drink of David Zibell's great-great-grandmother, who served it both to her husband and in her own \"Estaminet\" (a traditional inn in northern France). The FDC version is the barrel aged version, as FDC stands for \"Fût de Chêne\", French for oak cask. The cask aging gives the \u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe spirit\u003c\/span\u003e some additional notes, slightly smoky and woody.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsinthe Holy Spirit FDC Verte\u0026nbsp;is made from a sugar cane and beet base and consists of 8 herbs: 5 for distillation, including anise, fennel, calamus root, Artemisia Absinthium and locally grown Artemisia Atborescens, and 3 herbs for color: Artemisia Pontica, hyssop and lemon balm. The natural color comes exclusively from plants and the cask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolan Height Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolani Distillery is a family-run distillery in the Golan Heights region of Israel. Founded in 2014 by David and Alona Zibell, the distillery focuses on producing high-quality spirits. In 2016, they launched Israel's first-ever crowd-funded whiskey - a milestone for the family and distillery. Since then, the range has been continuously expanded. In addition to locally produced Whiskies, the range includes Absinthes and Gins that reflect the unique terroir of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golani","offers":[{"title":"700 ml \/ 68%","offer_id":52716148556115,"sku":"1747","price":89.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-holy-spirit-fdc.jpg?v=1767612547"},{"product_id":"barrel-cut-shiraz","title":"Absinthe Barrel Cut Shiraz Cask 500 ml 65%","description":"\u003cp\u003eALANDIA Barrel Cut \u003ca title=\"Buy Absinthe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e combines the best of two worlds: Genuine premium Absinthe and the complex notes of a barrel-aged spirit. We begin by distilling a traditional Absinthe using wormwood, green anise, and fennel. For the Shiraz Cask Edition, we use Shiraz wine alcohol as the base instead of a neutral grain spirit, adding extra complexity and a rich fruitiness. In the next step, the Absinthe matures for several months in casks previously used for Shiraz red wine. During this time, it develops additional flavor depth and a natural coloration. For the final touch, we infuse the barrel-aged Absinthe with Anisée, an aniseed spirit that was also highly popular in the 19th century. The result is a naturally colored Absinthe with a bold character and complex notes from the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINFO: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eShiraz Cask Edition is limited to 134 bottles. Each bottle is enumerated by hand.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes: Absinthe Aged in Shiraz Red Wine Cask\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique Absinthe presents an intriguing fusion of classic herbal complexity and rich cask influence. Aged in a Shiraz red wine barrel, it departs from traditional Absinthe profiles, revealing a deeper, more contemplative character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe aroma opens with the unmistakable freshness of anise and fennel, soon enveloped by warm, oxidative notes reminiscent of aged sherry. Subtle hints of dried figs, raisins, and toasted almonds emerge, layered over a foundation of wormwood and delicate floral herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn the palate, the wine cask aging becomes more apparent—not through fruity red berry notes, but rather through a mature, vinous depth. The flavor leans toward sun-dried fruits - raisins, sultanas, and a touch of prune - evoking sherry more than Shiraz. A soft, nutty richness complements the traditional herbal core, with a gentle sweetness balanced by a drying tannic edge from the cask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe finish is long and warming, echoing dried fruit and oak spice, with lingering herbal bitterness and a whisper of anise and fennel sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe recommend enjoying Barrel Cut Shiraz Cask Absinthe in the traditional French way, but with less water. Mix 1 or 1.5 parts ice-cold water with one part Absinthe, preferably with a sugar cube. Smell the spirit before adding water. Undiluted, the complex aromas of this Absinthe are particularly intense. After adding ice-cold water, Barrel Cut Shiraz Cask Absinthe takes on a caramel-white color. The louche is particularly dense, as the Anisée finish adds even more essential oils to create the magical louche effect.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Barrel Cut Absinthe Project\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsinthe Barrel Cut is made in cooperation with the German Absinthe and Whiskey connoisseurs SaarWhisky. The distillery is known for their innovative Absinthes and premium single cask Whiskeys. Their long experience with \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Barrel Aged Spirits\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/blogs\/news\/barrel-aged\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003ebarrel aged spirits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e influenced the development and making of the product. More projects are planned for the future. The idea is to offer different Absinthes under the line \"Barrel Cut\". Until now, the \u003ca title=\"Whiskey Absinthe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/products\/barrel-cut-whisky\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhiskey Cask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and Shiraz Cask Editions are available for sale.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALANDIA Spirits","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 65%","offer_id":52716163596627,"sku":"1755","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-barrel-cut-shiraz-cask.jpg?v=1767616592"},{"product_id":"barrel-cut-whisky","title":"Absinthe Barrel Cut Whiskey Cask 500 ml 42%","description":"\u003cp\u003eALANDIA Barrel Cut \u003ca title=\"Buy Absinthe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e combines the best of two worlds: Real premium Absinthe with the complex notes of a barrel-aged Whiskey. To accomplish this, we first distill an Absinthe from wormwood, green anise and fennel and then store it for several months in an American Bourbon cask. Through this process, the Absinthe develops flavor and color. The recipe of the Absinthe is intentionally simple. We focus on the three traditional herbs of real Absinthe, as more complex flavors are added by the cask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to drink Barrel Cut Absinthe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe taste of Absinthe Barrel Cut is smooth and balanced, no dominating licorice notes are present. Barrel Cut's color is of a beautiful gold-brown with yellow reflections. The color stays stable, even when ice cubes are added. This means Barrel Cut does not louche, as we have deliberately chosen a low anise content in order to preserve the subtle notes of the barrel. You can detect notes of oak, spice and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe alcohol strength is at 42% (84 proof), because we recommend Barrel Cut Absinthe to be served neat or on ice. This means without water and without sugar, just like a Whiskey. Therefore, Barrel Cut is not a conventional Absinthe, it is a new category: A ready-to-drink, barrel-aged Absinthe to sip. Enjoy and relax with this fine spirit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Barrel Cut Absinthe Project\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsinthe Barrel Cut is made in cooperation with the German Absinthe and Whiskey connoisseurs SaarWhisky. The distillery is known for their innovative Absinthes and premium single cask Whiskeys. Their long experience with \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Barrel Aged Spirits\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/blogs\/news\/barrel-aged\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003ebarrel aged spirits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e influenced the development and making of the product. More projects are planned for the future. The idea is to offer different Absinthes under the line \"Barrel Cut\". The basis of the Absinthe will always be the same. The different tastes will come from the different barrels.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALANDIA Spirits","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 42%","offer_id":52716178178387,"sku":"1737","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-barrel-cut.jpg?v=1767616215"},{"product_id":"thujon-33","title":"Absinthe Thujon 33 100 ml 40%","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Absinthe for sale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Thujon 33 is not a medicine, but with 33 mg\/l thujone and 40% alcohol this Absinthe essence can be used for experimental healing.\u0026nbsp;Thujon 33 is not a conventional Absinthe, but rather a tincture \/ essence. Accordingly, Thujon 33 is consumed differently. It is used in addition to Absinthe. This means you first fill your Absinthe glass with the Absinthe of your choice. Then you place the Absinthe spoon with a sugar cube on the glass. Now you put 5-10 drops on the sugar cube, depending on your preference. Finally, pour ice-cold water over the sugar. Prepared is your pimped glass of Absinthe! For any possible side effects, consult your pharmacist :-). An Absinthe that harmonizes well with Thujon 33 is Strong68.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe \u0026amp; Thujone, what are the effects?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirstly, we must emphasize that Absinthe is not a drug. That is, many stories surrounding the effects of Absinthe are rather myths.\u0026nbsp;Absinthe won't make you freak out and you will not see pink elephants on the wall. But drinking Absinthe is different to drinking other spirits. It can give you a mental activation, and you might see things a little differently\u0026nbsp;after\u0026nbsp;a few\u0026nbsp;glasses.\u0026nbsp;Oscar Wilde once wrote: \"\u003cem\u003eAfter the first glass, you see things as you wish they were. After the second, you see things as they are not. Finally, you see things as they really are, and that is the most horrible thing in the world.\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quote of Oscar Wilde might be a bit exaggerated, but drinking Absinthe is different from other spirits\u0026nbsp;(vodka, rum, etc.). This is partly due to its high alcohol content. Absinthe typically has 68% alcohol by volume. Therefore, Absinthe is quite a bit stronger than other spirits, which are in the 35-44% range. This high alcohol content can explain much of Absinthe's effect, as the body is simply not used to this high alcohol content. From a purely medical point of view, thujone is a neurotoxin. However, you would have to ingest several grams of thujone for the toxic effect to become active. Absinthe, as well as Thujon 33, has \"only\" 33 mg\/l, i.e. the amount is very small. That's why you don't have to worry when drinking Thujon 33. So the medicine bottle is rather a fun experience than a real \"test of courage\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to know more about thujone? Check out our info site about \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Absinthe with thujone\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/pages\/absinthe-thujone\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe with thujone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abtshof","offers":[{"title":"100 ml \/ 40%","offer_id":52716201378131,"sku":"1271","price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-thujon-33.jpg?v=1767586316"},{"product_id":"rose","title":"Absinthe ALANDIA Rosé 500 ml 60%","description":"\u003cp\u003eRosé \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" title=\"Buy Absinthe\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e already existed during the Belle Époque in the 19th century in France. A proof is the advertising poster made at that time by the printing house Imprimerie Camis (you can see it in our photo gallery). The light pink color derived from hibiscus flowers. Based on this historical reference, Absinthe ALANDIA Rosé was created. As in the past, the Absinthe gets its natural color 100% plant-based from hibiscus flowers. Besides coloration, they round off the herbal and fresh taste of the Absinthe into a floral-fruity direction. Besides the typical fresh taste of the herbs, you can detect notes of fresh strawberries and cotton candy. Super delicious! The alcohol content is slightly lower at 60% abv, which is also in line with the historical original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALANDIA Rosé owes its color to the hibiscus flower. This is a vegetable dye that fades when exposed to UV rays. That's why we wrap each bottle in paper to protect the contents from sunlight. It is best to always store the Absinthe in a dark place so that it retains its natural color for as long as possible. However, it is inevitable that the initial pink color will change over time to a golden pink (you can see this final color in our product photo). It is important to know that this is a completely natural process. It has no negative influence on the taste of the Absinthe. On the contrary, the storage makes the Absinthe even softer and more balanced in taste, it matures like a good wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to drink Absinthe Rosé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should drink ALANDIA Rosé according to the classic French Absinthe ritual. You need an Absinthe glass, an Absinthe spoon, sugar cubes and ice-cold water for this original way of drinking Absinthe. You start by filling some Absinthe into the glass (approx. 1 oz). Then place the Absinthe spoon on the rim of the glass, put a sugar cube on top and slowly add water. You can use a water carafe or - even more professional - an Absinthe fountain. The Absinthe in the glass blends with sugared water and magically louches to an opalescent white color with hints of pink. We recommend a ratio of 1 part Absinthe to 2 parts water. Finally, stir the Absinthe with the spoon. Your glass of Absinthe Rosé is prepared!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALANDIA Spirits","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 60%","offer_id":52729487425875,"sku":"1712","price":36.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-rose-logo.jpg?v=1767710144"},{"product_id":"purple-haze","title":"Absinthe Purple Haze 500 ml 68.3%","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" title=\"Absinthe\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;Purple Haze is a red Absinthe from the German SaarWhisky Distillery. It is composed of traditional herbs used to make Absinthe. After distillation a further maceration is done to give this Absinthe its natural red color. The distillers use hibiscus flowers for that.\u0026nbsp;But the special thing about Purple Haze is its louche. When water is added the Absinthe clouds into a very beautiful milky purple color.\u0026nbsp;It is simply magical!\u0026nbsp;The taste of Purple Haze is slightly sweet with floral notes of hibiscus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: As this Absinthe is naturally colored, the red color can vanish over time and the Absinthe turns into a golden amber color with red reflections. The same applies to the louche, the purple color turns into an impressive white color with tiny hints of pink. This is a natural process and does not affect the quality of the Absinthe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SaarWhisky distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Saarland\" is a region in the southwest of Germany. It is shaped by heavy mining and crowned with multifaceted natural landscapes. This region is as well home of the SaarWhisky distillery. Since 2015 SaarWhisky has specialized in so-called \"Single Cask Bottlings\". These are whiskey bottlings from only one single cask, which are offered in small batches. These have the same alcohol strength in the bottle as it was originally in the whiskey barrel (cask strength) and come without the addition of colorants or cooling filtration. For this, SaarWhisky imports barrels from Scotland and Ireland, which they personally select from hundreds. In the last years they have expanded their selection as well to exceptional Absinthe, Pastis and Gin which they distill in small batches with eccentric bottle designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SaarWhisky","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 68.3%","offer_id":52729487950163,"sku":"1721","price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinthe-purple-haze.jpg?v=1767738696"},{"product_id":"herr-der-froesche","title":"Absinthe Lord of the Frogs 500 ml 68.3%","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbsinthe Lord of the Frogs (German: Herr der Frösche) is a deep green Absinthe of the SaarWhisky distillery. It is based on an original recipe from 1870 from the Val de Travers, the country of origin of Absinthe. It was carefully macerated by hand and then distilled. After distillation, a second maceration process with a high number of different herbs produces the very dense green color and flavor intensity. Lord of the Frogs is accordingly not a gentle Absinthe, but has a very complex aroma density. Anise, fennel and wormwood notes characterize the taste, the long finish reveals fruity notes of raisins and dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SaarWhisky Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Saarland\" is a region in the southwest of Germany. It is shaped by heavy mining and crowned with multifaceted natural landscapes. This region is as well home of the SaarWhisky distillery. Since 2015 SaarWhisky is specialized in so-called \"Single Cask Bottlings\". These are whiskey bottlings from only one single cask, which are offered in small batches. These have the same alcohol strength in the bottle as it was originally in the whiskey barrel (cask strength) and come without the addition of colorants or cooling filtration. For this SaarWhisky imports barrels from Scotland and Ireland, which they personally select from hundreds. In the last years they have expanded their selection as well to exceptional Absinthe, Pastis and Gin which they distill in small batches with eccentric bottle designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SaarWhisky","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 68%","offer_id":52729889390931,"sku":"1722","price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/herr-der-froesche-absinth.jpg?v=1768816717"},{"product_id":"fleur-d-absinthe","title":"Absinthe Fleur d'Absinthe 700 ml 60%","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbsinthe Fleur d'Absinthe is a French \u003ca title=\"Absinthe for sale\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e made by Devoille. It has a wormwood sprig in the bottle. This makes this Absinthe primarily special. In comparison to other French Absinthes, Fleur d'Absinthe’s recipe uses more fennel, as this Absinthe was created after the legal fenchone level was elevated in France in 2010. This makes this Absinthe secondarily special. Overall we can recommend this Absinthe, if you are looking for a fresh and novel Absinthe taste, appreciate a slight bitterness and like the idea of a sprig in the bottle! Drink it wait one or two sugar cubes and the bitterness is softened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe distillery with a long history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFleur d'Absinthe is distilled by the Devoille distillery. This distillery has a long Absinthe tradition: It was founded in 1859 in Fougerolles. Besides Pontarlier, Fougerolles was the second major Absinthe hub, where many companies had their distilleries. Nowadays, Devoille produces besides Absinthe many other fine spirits. But Absinthe is, besides their delicious eaux-de-vies their flagship product. They still produce according to historical Absinthe recipes and cultivate the wormwood plants by themselves. This guarantees premium quality, which you can taste in every Devoille Absinthe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Devoille","offers":[{"title":"700 ml \/ 60%","offer_id":52729962234195,"sku":"1261","price":44.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/fleur-d-absinthe.jpg?v=1767741687"},{"product_id":"verte-edition-barrique","title":"Absinthe ALANDIA Verte Édition Barrique 500 ml 65%","description":"\u003cp\u003eALANDIA Verte Édition Barrique is a \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Barrel Aged Spirits\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\/blogs\/news\/barrel-aged\" target=\"_self\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003ebarrel-aged\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Absinthe, made after the original ALANDIA Verte recipe but further aged in French oak white wine barrels from the Loire region. This gives this Absinthe a very smooth and creamy taste, with further notes of vanilla and toffee. The herbal composition of the base recipe is primarily focused on Absinthes iconic ingredient: Wormwood, also known as “La Grande Absinthe”. The plants are cultivated on the fertile fields of the distillery, which guarantees superior quality. Overall, this Absinthe is a sensory experience.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe ALANDIA Verte: Barrel Aged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll process for the production of ALANDIA Verte Edition Barrique\u0026nbsp;orient at 19th century traditions.\u0026nbsp;Like in the old days, the wormwood harvest is done by hand and the sprigs dry for several months in a wooden hut, the so called the “séchoir”.\u0026nbsp;True to the original is as well the recipe. It consists of a decent portion of wormwood (artemisia absinthium), which is carefully blended with several other traditional herbs, including green anise and fennel plus the artemisia species genepi. For the making of the final spirit, copper stills are used for distillation. After distillation, the spirit\u0026nbsp;aged for 15 months in French oak white wine barrels from the Loire region in the cellar of the distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to drink barrel-aged Absinthe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are numerous ways to enjoy ALANDIA Verte Édition Barrique: (1.) Neat as a classic after dinner digestifs like a whiskey or brandy. (2.) Mixed with a little iced water or ice. This method releases more aromas and flavors. (3.) Or prepared the traditional way with one sugar cube and iced water. The addition of water will make the Absinthe louche and the sweetness of the sugar pleasantly enriches the flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALANDIA Spirits","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 65%","offer_id":52730220937555,"sku":"1713","price":44.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-alandia-barrique.jpg?v=1767802431"},{"product_id":"absinth-likoer-guy","title":"Absinthe Liqueur Guy 700 ml 25%","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiqueur d'Absinthe Francois Guy is a sweet \u003ca title=\"Absinthe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e liquor from the Guy distillery in Pontarlier, France. We like it a lot because it is not too strong, and therefore you can easily sip it. For example, after a nice meal, on ice, neat, or in a coffee (see paragraph below). Whatever you prefer. You can use it as well as a topping for chocolate ice cream, marvelous :-)!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoffee + Absinthe= Carajillo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you know what a Carajillo is..? A Carajillo (Spanish pronunciation: [kaɾa'xiʝo, -ʎo]) is a hot coffee drink to which a hard liquor is added. It is typical of Spain, where it is usually made with brandy. But you can also serve the drink with Absinthe. A perfect match is the sweet Absinthe liqueur from Francois Guy. Then the drink is not too strong and super delicious. Cheers!\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe history of the Guy Absinthe distillery from Pontarlier\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe year is 1890, and 20-year-old Armand Guy is embarking on his career in Absinthe. His first strategic decision was to establish his distillery on Rue des Lavaux, where he had access to an underground water source ideal for producing his fine spirits. His initial customer base was also carefully chosen: a nearby French Army military camp, with its steady influx of soldiers and constant demand for alcohol, played a significant role in his business's early success. This strategic location helped introduce Armand Guy's absinthe to a wider audience across France and its colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmand Guy truly thrived during the golden age of absinthe. Pontarlier became a major hub for absinthe production, boasting no fewer than 23 distilleries by the end of the 19th century. Despite its small population of 10,000, with 3,000 residents employed in Absinthe distillation, Pontarlier was a bustling center of the Absinthe industry. However, this changed with the prohibition of Absinthe in 1915. Now, a century later, the fourth generation, François Guy (born 1964), has successfully revived the Absinthe tradition that his great-grandfather established.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francois Guy","offers":[{"title":"700 ml \/ 25%","offer_id":52730316915027,"sku":"1130","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinth-likoer-guy.jpg?v=1767802475"},{"product_id":"la-fee-jaune","title":"Absinthe La Fée Jaune 500 ml 45%","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Fée Jaune\u0026nbsp;\u003ca title=\"Absinthe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.absinthe-alandia.com\" tabindex=\"-1\" target=\"_self\"\u003eAbsinthe\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;is a barrel-aged released spirit by the Francois Guy distillery. It is a very smooth Absinthe with delicate wine and oak notes, as it matured in French \"yellow\" wine casks from the Jura region. This\u0026nbsp;wine is made exclusively from the white Savagnin grape variety. The taste of Vin Jaune is reminiscent of sherry, to which it is often compared, but unlike sherry, it is not fortified with neutral alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to drink La Fée Jaune:\u003c\/strong\u003e You serve La Fée Jaune with only a little bit of cold water (1:1 ratio Absinthe to water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsinthe with Vin Jaune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVin Jaune, which means “yellow wine” in French, is a wine specialty from the Jura wine-growing region and is sold in a characteristic bottle. The oldest vineyards are located near the French municipality of Château-Chalon. After fermentation of the must, the wine must mature for at least six years and three months in a barrique barrel. During this time, up to 40% of the wine evaporates. This long ageing process also explains the high price of the wine, which is usually around 30 Euros per bottle. After bottling, the wine can be kept for a very long time; storage periods of 40 to 50 years are common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVin Jaune is produced under the following appellations (protected designations of origin): Côtes du Jura, Arbois, L'Étoile and Château-Chalon. The Château-Chalon appellation covers only around 50 hectares, spread over the five neighboring communes of Château-Chalon, Voiteur, Menétru-le-Vignoble, Nevy-sur-Seille and Domblans. From a culinary point of view, Vin Jaune goes perfectly with Jura cheeses, especially Comté, or generally with a good cheese buffet and hearty dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrancois Guy Absinthe distillery\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe write the year 1890 when Armand Guy, aged 20, began to pursue his Absinthe career. His first strategic move was to locate his distillery at Rue des Lavaux. At this place an underground water source was located, which he used for the distillation of his fine spirits. The first customers were as well planned: Close by, the French Army had a military camp. With its constant waves of soldiers and its constant demand for alcoholic spirits the camp was a major factor for his business success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also helped to introduce the Armand Guy Absinthe to the rest of France and the Colonies. Overall, Armand Guy really benefited from the golden years of Absinthe. Pontarlier became a major Absinthe hub, so big, that at the end of the 19th century no fewer than 23 distilleries were located in this small town. Pontarlier only had a population of 10,000–3,000 were employed in the distillation of Absinthe. This of course changed with Absinthe prohibition taking place in 1915. But now, 100 years later, the 4th generation, François Guy (1964), successfully revives the Absinthe tradition which his great-grandfather created.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francois Guy","offers":[{"title":"500 ml \/ 45%","offer_id":52748080677203,"sku":"1198","price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/files\/absinthe-la-fee-jaune.jpg?v=1768240031"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9920\/9043\/collections\/aussergewoehnlicher-absinth-collection.jpg?v=1778948471","url":"https:\/\/www.absinth-alandia.de\/en\/collections\/extraordinary.oembed","provider":"ALANDIA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}