Category: absinthe

Over the years there have been many books written about absinthe from people who probably have quite an obsession with

What comes to mind when you think of absinthe? There are many stories about this mysterious drink, some true and

Knowing how to drink absinthe – or how not to – can be a game changer when it comes to surviving a night out with the green fairy.

If you’ve ever managed to sample a well known but relatively new arrival to the world of absinthe, the face behind the Mansinthe brand might just surprise you. 

Regarded as the godfather of all “green fairy” elixirs, Pernod Absinthe is a spirit like no other, and is distilled even now on the very edge of France. 

While we usually regard the ‘green fairy’ to be a European liquor, did you know that there are a range of Australian made absinthe products on the market too?

Long regarded as the elixir of choice for artists and hedonists throughout the ages, where is the line between fact vs fiction surrounding absinthe?

While we all know that the green fairy has a certain reputation, what are some notable absinthe substitutes if you can’t get your hands on the real thing?

While many of us know that the green fairy was beloved by 19th century bohemians, exactly how many famous absinthe drinkers could you identify by name?

While the ‘City of Light’ has long been favoured by artists, poets and bohemes, it should come as no surprise that absinthe bars in Paris are a dime a dozen.