Absinthe

Herbaceous, aromatic, and steeped in bohemian lore, authentic absinthe is one of the world's most evocative botanical spirits. Distilled from a trio of natural herbs—grand wormwood, green anise, and sweet fennel—traditional absinthe delivers a complex, anise-forward profile with zero added sugars. From clear, delicate Blanche styles to vibrant, herb-infused Verte expressions, our collection showcases true craft revivals from France, Switzerland, and international craft distilleries.

About Absinthe

Absinthe is a high-proof, unsweetened spirit distilled from neutral alcohol infused with whole botanicals. What sets authentic absinthe apart on your home bar cart is its dramatic reaction with cold water—a transformation known as the louche. When ice water is slowly added, the essential botanical oils come out of solution, turning the clear liquid into a milky drink while releasing intense aromas of anise, alpine herbs, and fresh meadow blossom.

Flavour & Style Guide

Understanding the traditional styles of absinthe makes selecting the right bottle simple:

— Absinthe Verte (Green): The classic "Green Fairy" style. After distillation, the clear spirit is steeped with additional herbs (like hyssop and petite wormwood), infusing it with a natural green hue and a dry, complex, peppery botanical character.

— Absinthe Blanche / La Bleue (Clear): Bottled directly after distillation without secondary herbal steeping. Exceptionally smooth, clean, and floral, with sweet anise, fennel, and delicate alpine notes.

— Bohemian / Modern Style: Often lower in anise and fennel, focusing more on bitter wormwood and herbal notes. Ideal for drinkers who prefer less liquorice-forward flavours in cocktails.

How to Choose the Right Absinthe for You

— The Traditional Ritual: Choose an Absinthe Verte (Green) and pour 30ml into a glass. Balance a slotted absinthe spoon holding a sugar cube over the rim, then slowly drip 3 to 4 parts ice-cold water over the sugar until the spirit clouds into an opaque, milky green (louches) and softens to your taste.

— For Classic Cocktails: Pick a punchy Absinthe Verte to use as an aromatic rinse in a Sazerac or Corpse Reviver No. 2, coating the glass with intense herbal perfume to elevate citrus and dark spirits.

— For a Refreshing Highball: Choose a smooth, floral Absinthe Blanche (Clear) to build an Absinthe Frappé by shaking 30ml of absinthe with simple syrup and crushed ice, topped with a splash of soda water and fresh mint.