Absinthe Jade Verte Suisse (V.S. 1898) is a reproduction of the famous Berger Absinthe from the times of the Belle Époque. It is in our opinion the best Absinthe from the Jade Absinthe line from Ted Breaux. Jade Verte Suisse Absinthe has a very smooth taste, and according to its name the best green color in comparison to the other Jade Absinthes.
Absinthe Jade Verte Suisse's story and recipe
This fine Swiss Absinthe was almost lost forever if it had not been for the resurfacing of original, unopened bottles, which Jade Liqueurs was able to secure for preservation. Using proprietary analytical techniques, Jade Liqueurs has painstakingly resurrected this beautiful liquor from extinction. Absinthe Jade Verte Suisse is a recreation of the original C. F. Berger 65 Absinthe Verte. Jade Absinthe Verte Suisse is crafted entirely by hand using select botanicals from original sources. Distillation takes place in Absinthe alembics that were obtained directly from Pernod Fils in the early 20th century. This Absinthe delivers an experience characteristic of the best Swiss style Absinthes.
Upon tasting this Absinthe, you will be pleasantly stimulated by the way it quickly asserts its refined fortitude with a bold fragrant scent, full-bodied, rounded mouthfeel, and distinct herbal notes that linger on the palate. It serves as both an ideal apéritif and digestive to accompany the heartiest of dining selections.
Historical background: The Berger Distillery
Since 1823 Berger Absinthe has been distilled in Couvet in the Swiss canton of Neufchâtel. However, the prohibition of the Green Fairy in 1917 brought Berger Absinthe a fatal blow. But Charles Frédéric Berger, a Swiss merchant (pronounced "bergueur"), had already made his son responsible for the distillery in Couvet and had ambitious plans. He wanted to conquer the French market with the opening of another factory in Marseille, as the taste of anise had always been appreciated at the Mediterranean coast. In 1923, the first Berger aniseed liquor was produced in the new distillery, a substitute for Absinthe, which was no less successful in the following years...
