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Absinthe Liquor FAQ Can you send absinthe to the USA?

Absinthe Liquor Store accepts absinthe orders from almost any country in the world. We have been successfully shipping absinthe to the USA for more than twenty years now and we have had no negative comments regarding customs procedures. Thujone is still banned in the US, but as a food rather than a drug. You aren't allowed to distill or commercially make absinthe, but you can legally own a bottle and even make your own as long as it isn't distilled. All of our Absinthe products are being sent in plain cardboard boxes, description of the product, absinthe cocktail recipes and a brief history of absinthe are enclosed with every order. Our standard delivery time is usually 2-3 working days, tracking available.

Is there a difference between absinthe in the US compared to what can be sold in Europe?

"I was under the belief that it was illegal for American Liquor stores to sell Absinthe. I was in a store yesterday and they had about 7 different brands of this stuff on their shelves. I did notice that almost all of these brands were made in France and NONE one of these bottles listed the amount of wormwood in it..."The so-called ABSINTHE AVAILABLE in the US contains NO THUJONE, the psychoactive element that gives real absinthe its kick. Other absinthe manufacturers, (particularly those selling in the U.S.), are so scared at the stigma of thujone that they decide not to use wormwood in their beverages. Yet, without wormwood, many wouldn't consider liquor a true, real absinthe. Such reasoning is appropriate, especially considering the fact that real absinthe is derived from wormwood's scientific name, Artemisia Absinthium. However, our range of REAL ABSINTHE ORIGINAL is made from 100% wormwood, so you can be assured you'll be getting the real thing if you decide to order securely and safely online.

Can I buy absinthe drink in Japan?

In Japan, absinthe is completely legal, and on sale in some liquor stores. However, real, genuine absinthe with a high volume of thujone is available to buy on our website only. Absinthe drink such as King of Spirits Gold Absinth with 100mg of thujone is not available anywhere else - it can only be purchased here, on Absinthe Original. We have been successfully shipping absinthe to Japan for more than twenty years now and our delivery time is 3 business days. We ship all absinthe products in plain cardboard boxes with a brief absinthe history and absinthe recipes enclosed with every parcel.

What absinthe contains the most thujone mg/l?

It is King of Spirits Gold Absinthe with 100mg of thujone and Absinthe Original Bitter Spirit with 35mg. Both closest to the pre-ban absinthe, produced from herb Artemisia Absinthium, the herb that gives absinthe it’s name. Neither of the two, nor any other genuine absinthe, will make it to the States anytime soon. You have to have it shipped over.

I had been hearing that absinthe made today is not the same as historic 19th century absinthe. Are your absinthes real? Do they contain wormwood?

ALL of our absinthes are made to the highest 19th century protocols and ALL contain wormwood. Levels of wormwood vary between absinthe recipes and brands. Our studies of unopened bottles of the best quality vintage absinthe have confirmed that the techniques we use give us absinthes of historic quality, taste and strength, without having to modify them to conform to modern regulations, and which still fall within legal limits. One must remember that there were also many poor quality absinthes in the past, made with oils, poorly made base alcohol and even poisonous dyes. It is certain that these attributed to absinthe's bad reputation and you can rest assured we do not sell any of them!

Which absinthe is best for the beginner?

This is very difficult to answer, but it would depend on if you just want to try it once, or plan to develop your tastes and experiment with the different ranges and styles. We recommend to start with a 'lighter' style absinthe such as Absinthe Innocent. The smaller, 20cl bottle is convenient for you to try, before deciding to purchase a larger bottle.

Do you ship absinthe to Australia?

Yes, we ship to Australia on regular basis and since 1996, there has been no issues. We have even supplied Melbourne night club with absinthe. It takes about 3 working days and tracking is available.

Is there any problem sending absinthe to Canada?

In Canada, absinthe is completely legal, and thujone-free absinthe is on sale in some liquor stores. We presently have a number of satisfied customers in Canada and our standard delivery time is usually 3-4 business days. However, customers should be aware that deliveries might be subject to customs clearance. There are absolutely no issues and delays when sending absinthe glasses, spoons, accessories or absinthe fountains. All of our absinthe products are being sent in plain cardboard boxes with description of the product, brief absinthe history, and absinthe recipes enclosed with every parcel.

Is thujone / wormwood absinthe legal?

Absinthe laws vary from country to country.Most members of the European Union now allow the sale of strong absinthe, with the limit of 35 milligrams of thujone (or 35ppm). Bars and restaurants in Britain began serving absinthe when they discovered it was never formally banned in the country.Germany - thujone-containing absinthe available at bars and stores in Germany, it is quite popular in some parts of Germany and Austria.Netherlands - 1909 ban on absinthe sales lifted in July 2004. Thujone containing absinthe sold in liquor stores, as long as thujone quantity remains within European-accepted levels.New Zealand - Thujone containing absinthe is being sold in liquor stores.Australia - you might be surprised to read that the ban on absinthe was lifted in Australia in 2014In Switzerland, the prohibition of absinthe was even written into the constitution in 1907, following a popular initiative. In 2000 this article was repealed during a general overhaul of the constitution, but the prohibition was written into ordinary law instead. Later that law was also repealed, so from March 2, 2005, absinthe is again legal in its country of origin, after nearly a century of prohibition.Absinthe recently became legal in the Canadian province of British Columbia.In the US, thujone is still banned, but as a food rather than a drug. You aren't allowed to distill or commercially make absinthe, but you can legally own a bottle and even make your own as long as it isn't distilled. We've covered the absinthe legal status in the United States on our detailed blog's article.Absinthe was never illegal in former Czechoslovakia or Spain.Why was absinthe banned? Read about dark history of absinthe.

How can I track my absinthe order?

You can easily track the progress of your order by logging into your account. You'll be able to quickly find out whether or not your order has been prepared and shipped. Once the order has been shipped, you'll receive an email from us as well as from the carrier with tracking details enabling you to track your parcel online. You will also be able to adjust the delivery time or amend the delivery address.All of our packages are secure and 100% discreet, we respect your privacy at all times.

Will strong absinthe make me high (hallucinate, daydream, phantasmagorical, etc.)?

Absinthe hallucination, such a frequent theme! Quality absinthe liquor, properly distilled, does have a different effect over and above the results of alcohol, though, at up to 70%, the effects of the alcohol alone can be considerable. Absinthe's effects, despite popular conception, are not due to the wormwood alone. Absinthe's constituents consist of a very delicate balance of various herbs, most of which contribute in one way or another to its intoxicating effects. It is a push-me, pull-you effect of the various herbs, as some are of a heightening effect, and others are lowering. The effect on the individual is subjective, and can best be described as a kind of heightened clarity of mind and vision, mildly ponderous and sparkling, and warmed by the effect of the alcohol. Same may even call it absinthe hallucination. This seems to wear off after 20 or 30 minutes, leaving one with an alcohol buzz. Usually, 2-3 glasses of absinthe drink seems to do the trick. More than that, depending on the proof of the absinthe alcohol, absinthe will just make you very drunk.

Does absinthe age, and will aging improve the flavour?

Yes, the best, distilled absinthes age very well... we have tasted several that are almost 100 years old and are outstanding. We are still researching what exactly happens to the plant distillates as they age in the alcohol solution. The aging process, though important for high-proof spirits directly after distillation, is not something normally taken into consideration once they have been bottled. It is commonly believed that almost all spirits stop aging once they are placed into glass bottles, but this is not the case with distilled absinthe and a close cousin, Chartreuse. The changes will be rather subtle over a short period of a few months - this time typically improves absinthe by mellowing the alcohol bite, eliminating the 'still-shock' which can hamper the aromas and flavours and allows the herbal components to integrate even more. The color will usually become a lighter green, in some cases, more yellow-green and very old absinthes can take on an amber tint with green reflections. Clear absinthes will not change colour, however, there may be some white sediment found at the bottom of the bottle.

Should I place absinthe in a decanter to aerate it and will an opened bottle lose its quality and flavor very quickly, or will it keep for a week or two?

Aeration will improve the taste and aromas as it disperses the high alcohol vapors and allows other aromas to surface. An opened bottle can remain good for years, in fact in most cases it will improve. However, if you plan to keep it for more than six months, it is best that it not remain in a decanter or a half empty bottle with a great deal of surface exposure to air.

Should I refrigerate absinthe? Should absinthe be chilled?

Absinthe should never be refrigerated as it contains anethole from anise, and anethole can start to crystallize at less than 68 °F - this crystallization is a major reason why absinthe turns milky when cold water is added. If bottled absinthe becomes very cold, as in lengthy exposure to freezing temperatures, it can cause tiny 'flakes' to appear and hamper its aromas and flavour. The flakes will normally dissolve once the absinthe warms up and they will not cause a permanent adverse effect.

What is the best temperature to store the absinthe? Should it be kept like a wine in a cellar or at cellar temperatures?

Absinthe is a high-proof alcoholic spirit and as such is not anywhere near as fragile as wine.

It will be best stored at cellar temperature (+/- 55°F) but ambient/room temperature is fine, as long as it is not too hot. Absinthe should be kept out of direct sunlight and upright, as the high degree of alcohol can have an adverse effect on the cork. You can store it anywhere that you comfortably store other spirits.

Oak aged absinthe, good thing or bad thing?

Several absinthes are now available that make a virtue of being ‘oak aged’. It is worth considering why certain spirits are matured in wood and others generally aren’t. The traditionally aged spirits are pot distilled spirits such as rum, whiskey and brandy. The distilled spirit is generally raw and needs a degree of ageing to smooth it out. The spirit will absorb flavours from the wood, whether new or used and increased ageing is universally seen as a good thing, as reflected in the pricers commanded by aged spirits. However absinthe is made from rectified spirits and the alcohol is as smooth as it gets. Then the distiller goes to a good deal of trouble to select the freshest herbs and blends them just so to give a product that can be consumed immediately, just like gin (some distillers are oak-ageing gin now, but that is a new trend). Historically absinthe was not aged in barrel, it was stored in wooden casks for sure, but these were of such a size that the wood imparted no flavour. So why age absinthe?

What is the traditional method of preparing & drinking absinthe?

First, you pour roughly three ounces of absinthe into a heavy parfait-style stemmed glass. A perforated absinthe spoon (sometimes very elaborately so) is set upon the rim of the glass and on the spoon is placed a cube of sugar. Ice-cold water is ever so slowly dripped from a glass carafe designed specifically for that purpose, onto the cube. The sugar dissolves and you continue pouring until the ratio of absinthe to water is about two to five parts, depending upon your taste and fortitude. The emerald green absinthe releases a floral bouquet and clouds into a pale opalescent green or yellow right before your eyes, filling you with a sense of creation and mystery. Give the mix a spin with the spoon and drink like you dripped - slowly.With regards to Absinthe King and Absinthe King Gold, please don't consume herbs. Carefully strain and pour into a glass. Absinthe is best served well chilled with a little water and sugar.

Absinthe Original. Why do thousands of people keep returning for more?

The answer is not "Absinthism" - the medical term used during the beginning of the last century to describe the "supposedly" absinthe provoked addiction. The correct answer is superior quality - a unique mixture of hard mountain spring water and only the best pure grain spirits and our unique blend of traditional absinthe herbs to ensure a flavourful, robust taste and wormwood content. We know how to make REAL THUJONE ABSINTHE that delivers a pleasant effect and smooth flavor. Please feel free to read many absinthe reviews from our happy customers to see for yourself.

What is Thujone?

Thujone, generally used as a benchmark to measure wormwood content in absinthes.

Thujone is a widely occurring natural product found in the essential oils of two Artemisia species, Artemisia absinthium, and Artemisia pontica. The French liquor absinthe was once prepared from wormwood leaves as well as several other herbs.Thujone is a monoterpene, or a class of natural products containing ten carbons, found in many different plants and flowers. Monoterpenes are derived from the coupling of two isoprenoid units, which are made from isopentyl pyrophosphate, a precursor in the biosynthesis of cholesterol. These compounds are usually fragrance oils or low melting solids and are used commercially as aroma or flavoring agents. Thujone is structurally related to menthol, which is an old natural remedy for various ailments.

On thujone limits in the UK and EUWhile absinthe importation and sales are legal in the UK, as it was never made illegal, they do regulate the amount of thujone (wormwood) allowed. The limit in the UK is 35mg, therefore all absinthes being sold there must comply with this limit.

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I am wondering why when I mix my absinthe with cold water and the sugar cube it doesn’t turn a cloudy white (louche)?

I have been reading this is because it is fake?

If you've purchased absinthe from our store, it is definitely NOT FAKE! There is too much misleading information about absinthe published on the internet, unfortunately. The reason is quite simple in fact. Bohemian absinthe recipes have always meant that less anise is used in local absinthe production, thus the majority of our products don't "louche" when water is added. A whole range of Absinthe Original turns slightly cloudy, however, they do not get strong milky opalescence (louche). It has no influence on quality whatsoever. Generally, French or Spanish absinthes are much sweeter, therefore, they turn more opaque when you add water.All of the absinthe products available on our website are genuine articles produced in the Czech Republic and all of them contain many herbal extracts including the psychoactive thujone. Some of them contain an only small amount of thujone (Staroplzenecky Absinthe - 9mg) and some have the highest level available on the market, such as Absinthe Original Bitter Spirit and Absinthe King of Spirits Gold. Absinthe Bitter Spirit contains 35mg of thujone and as well as King of Spirits Gold Absinthe, it is free of all artificial colorings, chemicals, and preservatives.

I don't have a credit card... is there any other way of paying?

Absinthe Original accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Visa Debit, Maestro, JCB and Diners Club.Apart from all of these major Credit Cards, we also accept PayPal payments for your absinthe orders, you just need to select PayPal as your payment option during checkout.Bitcoin and Litecoin cryptocurrency payments are also accepted and if you would like to see prices in your favorite currency, use the currencies drop down menu on the very top part of our website. When you're ready to make a purchase, just choose Bitcoin or Litecoin as your payment method. It's as simple as that!There is also a Bank Transfer payment option available during checkout. Instructions with our bank details will be sent to you after your absinthe order is confirmed.

Do you stock Sebor Absinth?

I was looking around the site for what I've ordered before... Sebor Absinth. But it looks as if you don't carry that particular absinthe brand anymore...

Sebor Absinth is no longer produced by Mr. Sebor from Krasna Lipa since he has committed a suicide many years ago. We have therefore decided to discontinue Sebor Absinth seeing that its new owner is unable to sustain high quality and regular supply of this once popular absinthe brand.  We have also discontinued Hill's Absinthe many years ago.

How do I convert European cl (centiliters) in American fluid ounces?

75cl bottle equals to 25.36 fluid ounces, 50cl bottle equals to 16.91 fluid ounces and a 20cl bottle is equal to 6.76 fluid ounces.

Why is absinthe so high in alcohol?

Absinthe was originally produced as a herbal tonic - high alcohol is the best method to hold and transmit the intense aromas and flavours and also preserves the chlorophyll which gives the greenish colour. When it is correctly diluted with water, absinthe can be no stronger than a glass of wine.

Will wormwood or thujone show up in a drugs test?

The ingredient in absinthe liquor "Thujone" is structurally related to THC which is found in cannabis, marijuana and hashish, but no, Thujone, absinthe or wormwood will definitely not show up on any drug test.

Wormwood is a very bitter herb, are your absinthes bitter?

Whilst our absinthes are completely unsweetened they are in no way what should be considered unpleasantly 'bitter'. The distillation process separates most of the bitter components from wormwood and leaves them in the still, only the aromatic compounds find their way into the final distillate. Anise seed contributes to the 'body' of absinthe which people can also perceive as sweetness.

Why is sugar added to absinthe?

Some people just have a sweet tooth, in 19th century France it was common to add sugar to absinthe and other high-alcohol spirits and the 'sugar ritual' became a part of the enjoyment of the drink. Excess sugar can contribute 'body', mask high alcohol and also help hide defects in poorly made absinthes, which is why many poorly-made absinthes have sugar added in the bottle. None of our absinthes have added sugar. In fact the addition of sugar changes the character of the drink considerably; we recommend tasting our absinthes with and without sugar to appreciate the difference.

Why the different spelling of Absinth / Absinthe / Absenth / Absenta?

This is quite simply a language difference. Although 'absinthe' is the generic spelling as coined by the Swiss and French, who were the original absinthe producing nations, you will find that around the world there are many different spellings for the word absinthe. In the Czech Republic 'e' is dropped, and thus, absinth. The Spanish say absenta and the Italians say assenzio, but they all mean absinthe. Absenth does not mean anything, it is just an incorrect spelling.

What is the difference between an absinthe 'verte' or 'blanche'?

'Verte', or green absinthe gets it's colour by infusing plants in the scented alcohol distillate after the distillation. The plants used in this step vary and each will add flavour as well as colour. Colouration is a very skilled process (this is mostly why the majority of absinthes today are artificially coloured), if the distillate stays in contact with the botanicals for too long the flavour balance along with the colouration of the absinthe can be spoilt. The natural colour can also change and develop as the absinthe ages, most taking on a yellow-green or 'dead-leaf' colour. The colouring step may also create a slight deposit which can be found in the bottom of the bottle - this is not a defect, moreso a sign of quality, natural manufacture. Absinthe 'blanche', white or colourless absinthe, known as 'la Bleue' in Switzerland, is distilled and then left without a colouring step. It will not necessarily be the same as an uncoloured absinthe verte though - to add complexity without colour, there are usually more plants used when distilling a blanche.

How much two bottles of Absinthe Original shipped to the USA would cost in US dollars?

Shipping rates are based on weight and location. The cost of the item (for insurance) is also taken into consideration. Two bottles of Absinthe Original will normally be anywhere from $39.90 to $49.90 using DHL Express delivery.Here at OriginalAbsinthe.com, our goal is to get you the best deal and service possible. Getting an accurate estimate of shipping cost is easy. Simply place any required products in the Shopping Cart. Once you have all the items, "View Cart" and there is Shipping Charge displaying shipping cost for your order.

What does absinthe taste like? Is it very bitter?

The power and attraction of absinthe lie in its inherent contradictions. Though fortified with a formidable measure of alcohol, a depressant, it is also infused with powerful herbal stimulants, creating a psychic tug of war in the mind of the imbiber. Alcohol relaxes inhibitions and invites in new ideas, and the stimulants allow you to logically process the new data.Foremost of the stimulants is thujone, the psychoactive chemical at the heart of the herb wormwood, which, along with anisette, gives absinthe its bitter, black liquorish taste. While once thought to instigate similar reactions as marijuana's THC, recent research suggests it modulates the neurotransmitter GABAA, which plays a vital role in cognitive thought. Subsequently, absinthe provides a level of clarity not usually associated with alcoholic drinks, and what artist worth his beret could pass that up?The recipes for absinthe, and thus the flavor, vary greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer, as was true at the turn of the century when there were over 200 absinthe producers. Today, there are not nearly so many, but more and more crop up every day! That said, a few of the modern Spanish brands seem to have the best hold on flavor. At its best, and in varying degrees with brands such as Deva, Lasala & Mari Mayans, you will find a strong anise (close to licorice) flavor with undertones of its many herbal constituents.Despite popular opinions, due mostly to people's erroneous assumptions upon sampling home brews, absinthe, when properly distilled, is not extremely bitter. Wormwood, whose extract used to be a popular ingredient in many perfumes, actually has strong floral & herbal flavor (and scent) that is heightened when extracted by proper distillation, which leaves behind many of the bitter absinthins. So yes, there is bitterness (probably more evident in absinthes with higher thujone content allowed), but it is an undertone, and not overpowering in the slightest. Absinthe King of Spirits Gold is somewhat more bitter than regular absinthe, yet paradoxically more smooth - the usual sharp 140 proof edge appears to be in hiding in the herbs.

How can I make absinthe?

There are a lot of recipes for homemade absinthe on the internet, but we don't recommend any of them. In most places it's illegal, and very dangerous, to brew absinthe or any other kind of distilled liquor. Furthermore, true absinthe recipes involve ingredients not available to the average person. Most online absinthe recipe sites will admit that the finished product tastes terrible, and does not have the same effect as the genuine products we sell. If you still plan to make your own absinthe, you should buy a few bottles of the real product from us, just so you know how good actual absinthe tastes.

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Absinthe Original is a trading name of La Boheme UK Ltd., a British company that was formed in 1996. We've served thousands of customers all over the world since then and we have hundreds of product reviews available on our website. Our payment service provider is Stripe - the largest independent payment service provider (PSP) in the UK and Ireland. Stripe provides a secure payment gateway, processing payments for thousands of online businesses, including ours. It is Stripe's utmost priority to ensure that transaction data is handled in a safe and secure way.They use a range of secure and most sofisticated methods such as fraud screening, IP address blocking, and 3D secure. Once on our payment page, all sensitive data is secured using the same internationally recognized 256-bit encryption standards.Our company, La Boheme UK Ltd. is fully PCI compliant. In addition, you know that your session is in a secure encrypted environment when you see https:// in the web address, and/or when you see the locked padlock symbol alongside the URL.So when buying absinthe through our site, you can be sure that you are completely protected and delivery of your order is guaranteed.

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