The Art of Absinthe And The Legend Of The Green Fairy
Absinthe is an anise-flavoured spirit made from botanicals, including Artemisia absinthium (grand wormwood) and other botanicals such as green anise, sweet fennel and other herbs. Absinthe, although some can be colourless, is usually a natural green colour and commonly referred to in historical literature as ‘la fée verte (the green fairy).
Absinthe ordinated in Switzerland in the late 18th Century and rose to great popularity in the late 19th and early 20th Century in France, particularly among artists and writers. The consumption of Absinthe was opposed by social conservatives and prohibitionists of the time partly due to the association of the drink with Bohemian culture. Absinthe has often been seen was a dangerously addictive and psychoactive hallucinogen. Thujone, the chemical compound, was blamed for its harmful effects, which led to Absinthe being banned in the United States and in much of Europe, including France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland and Austria-Hungary…although it’s never been demonstrated to be any more dangerous than ordinary spirits. A revival of Absinthe began in the 1990’s.
Distilleries et Domaines de Provence are an award-winning spirits distillery based in Provence, France and have been partly responsible for the revival of Absinthe in the modern day. The company has a rich past…it is heir to a tradition that developed in the region of Forcalquier at the foot of the Lure mountain dating back thousands of years, that of the travelling apothecary. And it is this link that it has maintained with the place and practices of its origins which gives the Distillery its strength.
…ALTHOUGH ITS NEVER BEEN DEMONSTRATED TO BE ANY MORE DANGEROUS THAN ORDINARY SPIRITS
Distilleries et Domaines de Provence revives the legend of the Green Fairy with Absinthe!
Absente 55 Absinthe is issued from the distillation of Artemisia absinthium associated with the subtle blending of alcohol, mugwort infusion, star anise essence, balm, peppermint and anise distillates. With its limpid and bright colour, Absente was the first legal absinthe liqueur containing thuyone launched in 1998. Serving suggestions: Perfect on the rocks or with crushed ice.
Matching the original traditional recipes, with more absinthe, less sugar, Distilleries et Domaines de Provence have Grande Absente Absinthe. All eyes will be instantly captivated thanks to its clear and shiny light green colour with yellow undertones. Absinthe infusions and essences, mugwort and star anise, aniseed alcohol, balm and mints lend Grande Absente its special bitter flavour, the unique taste of absinthe. Serving suggestions: Perfect in cocktails or diluted with water, for lovers of absinthe, seeking intense and authentic tastes.
For further information on Distilleries et Domaines de Provence or to stock their products in the UK please contact info@emporiabrands.com or call our office on 01483 458700.
