Absinthe

LauraD · Post by **LauraD** » Mon Jun 27, 2011 6:51 pm

Where can European Absinthe be purchased on either STT or STJ? Thanks, Laura

Connie · Post by **Connie** » Mon Jun 27, 2011 7:44 pm

Hi Laura.

Could I ask you what that is and how you use it?

greyhoundmom · Post by **greyhoundmom** » Mon Jun 27, 2011 8:17 pm

Connie is a funny, funny lady

greyhoundmom · Post by **greyhoundmom** » Mon Jun 27, 2011 8:26 pm

[Q]uality absinthe, 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 (Artemisia Absinthia) 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. [Chemist and absinthe expert] Ted Breaux once explained it that it is a push-me, pull-you effect of the various herbs, as some are of an 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. This seems to wear off after 20 or 30 minutes, leaving one with an alcohol buzz. 2-3 glasses seems to do the trick. More than that, depending on the proof of the alcohol, will just make you very drunk.

California Girl · Post by **California Girl** » Mon Jun 27, 2011 8:43 pm

... and if you drink enough of it, you're supposed to see green fairies!

Connie · Post by **Connie** » Mon Jun 27, 2011 10:22 pm

I've heard about it. I've never looked it it up, but I can't even drink hard liquor.

I don't think I'd be a somebody that could handle it at all.

I'll ask some people I know on STT that may know.

Good luck!

Exit Zero · Post by **Exit Zero** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 12:47 am

Thujone the active ingredient in wormwood is one of the psychotropic ingredients included in Green Chartreuse which is often labeled the poor mans Absinthe.
If anyone in STT does carry Absinthe I would check AH Riise 1st.

LauraD · Post by **LauraD** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 9:01 am

AH Rise here I come.
Well said greyhoundmom. Thanks, Laura

cjroyer · Post by **cjroyer** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 9:28 am

Just happened to see this on CNN's website this morning...

http://eatocracy.cnn.com/2011/06/27/55- ... hpt=hp_bn8

RickG · Post by **RickG** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 9:52 am

No 140 proof absinthe on planes! We buy Pernod and love our Pernod and soda come an evening. You can also find Ricard. I've occasionally seen Lucid in bars, but not in stores. While technically Pastis, these are generally better tasting than the 140 proof versions. I save my absinthe binges for icy nights in Ceske Krumlov.

Cheers, RickG

GraysonDave · Post by **GraysonDave** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 10:49 am

This is from Corsairs on JVD a couple days ago.

California Girl · Post by **California Girl** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 1:24 pm

See? They even put green fairies on the labels! LOL!! It must be true!

brenda · Post by **brenda** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 9:24 pm

That is a kewl picture

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nothintolose · Post by **nothintolose** » Tue Jun 28, 2011 11:12 pm

Rick - you know you get it in New Orleans too

Coden · Post by **Coden** » Wed Jun 29, 2011 8:12 am

I had it down in the French Quarter 2 years ago. It is some of the most vile stuff I've ever drank. I called my husband and said, Honey, you'll never have to worry about me being an Absinthe addict, this stuff is nasty.

I don't think I could ever get more than the 1 glass down, and with all of the retching and all to get the glass down that I had...I don't even think I got a buzz on it. Ick!!

I am a sissy drinker though, so it may/will be different for each person who experiences Absinthe.

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