Absynthe

The Green Fairy is back

Dear Absintheurs, we have some important but sad news for you: Due to changes in US import regulations,we temporarily have to suspend shipping Absinthe to the USA. Because from August 29, 2025, the de-minimis threshold, which allowed imports of up to USD 800 without additional taxes, will be removed. This will either make shipments impossible or the import very costly. We keep you informed about any news! All other countries are not affected, we still ship to Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand etc.

NOTE: US customers can still order Absinthe accessoriesin our store. We ship the merchandise DTP (Duty and Taxes Paid), which means we come up for any additional costs of delivery. You do not have to pay anything extra and receive your goods in 2-3 days, as we ship with UPS Courier Express.

What is Absynthe..? Firstly, Absynthe or Absynth is a synonym for Absinthe, also known as the Green Fairy. It is an historical alcoholic drink, typically of green color. It was drunk for quite a while in Europe during the 19th century. Unfortunately, it got banned at the beginning of the 20th century in almost all countries of the world (read more about the History of Absinthe at our info site). Therefore, the notorious liquor "Absinthe" was illegal for a long period of time. But, and this is the good news, times have changed. Absynthe / Absinthe / Absent or Absint however you want to write it, is legal once again! In the USA the Green Fairy was legalized in 2007. In the European Union, the laws changed in 1988. This means you can now legally buy a bottle of real Absinthe and experience what inspired people in the 19th century (some countries do not allow the import of alcohol, though; for example the USA). 

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Absinthe ALANDIA Moulin Vert 500 ml 68%

Absinthe ALANDIA Moulin Vert 500 ml 68%

39.90€
(79.80€/l)
500 ml 68%
Absinthe ALANDIA Strong68 500 ml 68%

Absinthe ALANDIA Strong68 500 ml 68%

36.90€
(73.80€/l)
500 ml 68%
-7% Absinthe ALANDIA Verte 500 ml 65%

Absinthe ALANDIA Verte 500 ml 65%

39.90€ 36.90€
(73.80€/l)
500 ml 65%
Absinthe ALANDIA Époque 700 ml 70%

Absinthe ALANDIA Époque 700 ml 70%

64.90€
(92.71€/l)
700 ml 70%
Absinthe ALANDIA Moulin Vert 500 ml 68%

Absinthe ALANDIA Moulin Vert 500 ml 68%

39.90€
(79.80€/l)
500 ml 68%
Absinthe ALANDIA Strong68 500 ml 68%

Absinthe ALANDIA Strong68 500 ml 68%

36.90€
(73.80€/l)
500 ml 68%
-7% Absinthe ALANDIA Verte 500 ml 65%

Absinthe ALANDIA Verte 500 ml 65%

39.90€ 36.90€
(73.80€/l)
500 ml 65%
Absinthe ALANDIA Époque 700 ml 70%

Absinthe ALANDIA Époque 700 ml 70%

64.90€
(92.71€/l)
700 ml 70%

Importance of Absinthe spoons for the drinking ritual

If you don't know how to drink Absynthe just check out our videos of how to drink Absinthe. We also have one video about the ritual here on this site. It features the French style of preparing a glass of the Green Fairy. If you perform the drinking ritual, you will experience that the green liquor turns white as soon as you add water. This effect is called the "louche". The green elixir louches to an opalescent white. It is a very magical moment. It is said that this is the moment when the Green Fairy evokes to life! As you see in the video, you need an Absinthe glass to drink Absinthe. It has a special shape: In the stem you have a reservoir which doses the correct amount of Absynthe.

Probably the most important tool you need to drink Absinthe is the Absinthe spoon. You place the spoon on the glass, put one or two sugar cubes on it, and then you pour Absinthe and water over it. The sugar dissolves and drips into the green liquor in the bottom of the glass. The best sugar cubes are the individually wrapped Absinthe sugar cubes we sell in our store. They are less pressed and smaller compared to regular sugar cubes. Therefore, they dissolve easier. We also recommend drinking an original Absinthe. This means an Absynthe, that is made according to old recipes and one that contains wormwood but no artificial adding (colorings etc.). At our Absinthe bestseller list you can find these Absinthes.

Importance of Absinthe spoons for the drinking ritual

Absynthe drink and the spoon: The Ritual

For the Absinthe ritual, you also need to buy an Absinthe spoon. Good spoons are made of stainless steel and are authentic reproductions of antique originals. The latter is important, because drinking a glass of the Green Fairy also means that you travel back in time. This authentic feeling of nostalgia is best evoked with authentic Absinthe accessories. At our online store, we sell a wide range of beautiful accessories. We can especially recommend the Feuilles Absynthe spoon. It is beautifully decorated with wormwood leaves. A very functional spoon, with a cheap price, is the Absinthe spoon Classic. This is a good starter spoon, its design is as well an accurate reproduction of the vintage original.

Where can I buy real Absynthe in the USA?

ALANDIA ships to many countries, but unfortunately not the USA anymore. If you want to know more about buying Absinthe in the USA, visit our info site. The Absinthe delivery is 100% guaranteed, which means if anything happens, and you should not get your order, ALANDIA will refund you your money. But do not worry, the insurance almost never has to be used. In the online shop you find quality Absynthe and as well accessories like spoons, glasses, fountains and sugar at fair prices. We started with our business in 2001, right after Absinthe was legalized in the European Union. Meanwhile, we are serving the international Absinthe community with the green liquor but as well all the accessories, that are needed to experience the world of Absinthe.

ALANDIA has as well its own range of Absinthes, marketed under the name ALANDIA Spirits. Our portfolio includes brands like Heritage Verte, this is the brand you can also see on the photo on this page, Maison ALANDIA, which is our house brand, Suisse Verte, La Bleue, Epoque, Moulin Vert, République and our bestselling strong Absinthe Strong68. All the aforementioned Absinthes are for sale in our store.

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