Today is National Absinthe Day. Absinthe is a strong herbal liqueur distilled with a large number of herbs like anise, licorice, hyssop, veronica, fennel, lemon balm, angelica and wormwood (the flavor of anise and/or licorice, at least in contemporary forms of the liquor, tends to predominate). Wormwood, the one that's gained the most notoriety, is Artemisia absinthum, an herb that grows wild in Europe and has been cultivated in the United States as well. Much of the liquor's legendary effect is due to its extremely high alcohol content, ranging from 50% to 75% (usually around 60%), plus the contribution of the various herbs. It has been assumed by that the so-called "active ingredient"in absinthe is wormwood, although that is apparently not really the case. The drink was referred to in France as "La Fée Verte" or The Green Fairy which is a reference to its green color (depending on the brand). The color usually came from the chlorophyll content of the herbs used in the distillation process; however, some disreputable manufacturers added toxic chemicals to produce both the green color and the louche (or clouding) effect that in reputable brands was caused by the precipitation of the essential oils of the herbs. It is quite probable that the bad reputation absinthe developed was due to these low-grade and perhaps quite poisonous version of the real thing. Absinthe was very popular in fin-de-siècle Paris, with Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Verlaine, Alfred Jarry and Oscar Wilde among its most famous imbibers. Two good websites about Absinthe: La Fee Verte & The Wormwood Society ABSINTHE GREEN FAIRY TRUFFLES Recipe adapted from The Marine Room, San Diego Ingredients 3/4 heavy cream 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 12 ounces chopped dark chocolate 1/4 cup absinthe liquor Directions Add cream and butter to saucepan over medium heat. Bring to simmer. Turn off heat. Add chocolate. Whisk until smooth. Stir in absinthe. Transfer to 9 x9-inch baking dish. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set. Using melon baller, scoop mixture onto parchment or waxed paper lined baking sheet. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Form balls in palm of hand. Return to parchment or waxed paper. Cover. Refrigerate 2 hours. At this point you can just roll in cocoa--- or you can make this easy coating! Coating 1-1/2 pounds finely chopped dark chocolate 1-1/2 cups cocoa powder 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Add chocolate to mixing bowl set over pot of simmering water. Melt, stirring often. Sift cocoa powder and cayenne pepper into deep baking dish. Set aside. Quickly dip chocolate balls in melted chocolate one at a time for 3 seconds. Retrieve with fork, tapping stem of fork on side of bowl to remove excess chocolate. Transfer to cocoa powder. Roll to coat. Let sit 2 minutes. No time to make your own? Several chocolatiers make absinthe truffles, so check with your local. Here are a few. Artemisia Collection makes a Chocolate Absinthe which is cocoa mixed with the aroma of Sicilian oranges and red hot peppers from Calabria blended with Wormwood. This Hot Spicy Chocolate Artemisia Absinthe gives the drinker a sweet and unique sensation. Nunu Chocolates' Absinthe Delight is one of the most popular flavors from Nunu Chocolates. The anise flavor holds its own with the dark chocolate! A very 'addictive' treat! Vosges also makes an Absinthe Truffle as part of its Exotic Truffle Collection. It contains Chinese star anise, fennel, absinthe, dark chocolate and cocoa powder. Absinthe Chocolate Cocktails! 1. Spicy Absinthe Chocolate Martini 1 part habanera-infused reposado tequila 1 part Chocolate Absinthe Liqueur Combine in shake with ice. Shake. Strain into martini glass rimmed with Mexican chocolate (mixed with a dash of chipotle powder). 2. Absinthe Chocolate Cocktail 1/4 ounce Absinthe 1/4 ounce Creme de Cacao 1/4 ounce Frangelico 1/2 ounce Godiva Liqueur Mix all ingredients in shake with ice. Strain into Martini glass rimmed with grated dark chocolate.
The Absinthe Drip is a classic method of preparing and enjoying absinthe, the anise-flavored spirit that was once banned in many countries. This preparation method dilutes the strong spirit and reduces its bitterness, while allowing the unique herbal flavors to shine through.
The Absinthe Drip is a classic method of preparing and enjoying absinthe, the anise-flavored spirit that was once banned in many countries. This preparation method dilutes the strong spirit and reduces its bitterness, while allowing the unique herbal flavors to shine through.
Whether you think of Absinthe as a creativity spawning elixir, or just a delicious drink, there’s no denying the green fairy is cloaked in a bit of mystery. Let’s zero in: 10 facts and myths about absinthe, and how a once celebrated spirit went from banned substance to reborn. Exquisite flavor - and makes a great gift!
The history of absinthe the drink that is known as the Green Fairy. It was banned for almost a century since it was believed to induce madness
Absinthe has had a certain reputation for its strength and hallucinogenic characteristic (more on that later). It’s fun to make absinthe at home, whether you want to do it just to make one customized to
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This article discusses what absinthe is, its chemical composition and potential hallucinogenic effects, recipes for making it, and how to drink it.
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Absinthe is such a ‘rare’ and ‘mysterious’ drink these days that it is hard to believe that during the Belle Époque period, lasting from about 1890 to the start of World War…
For this recipe we are using infused distillation. There are other methods for producing absinthe, but we find this method to be the most straightforward.
The Absinthe Sour is a tantalizing twist on the classic sour cocktail, featuring the herbaceous and anise-flavored absinthe as its star ingredient. This cocktail balances the strong flavors of absinthe with the tartness of lemon and the sweetness of simple syrup, creating a complex and refreshing drink.
Absinthe is a widely misunderstood alcohol in the United States, but that doesn't mean there aren't any good ones available. Here are the nine best.
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What is Absinthe? Absinthe is a distillation of alcohol with botanicals including wormwood. Wormwood contains an active ingredient called thujone. The thujone is what gives absinthe a dangerous reputation. Here's the truth about Absinthe and how to serve it.
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A super easy recipe for an absinthe Bundt cake from French-speaking Switzerland, inspired by my travels in the Val-de-Travers.
An alluring and velvety cocktail with a delicate licorice flavor, offering a contemporary take on a classic New Orleans libation.
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Absinthe is a high-proof, anise-flavored spirit. We researched the best options for you, including barrel-finished bottles to absinthes for Sazeracs.
#445 Hey everyone, welcome back to another inspiring article! Huge thanks for all of the support, I really appreciate everyone! Today we are going to take a look at something that seemed to mesmerize the master painters of the 1800’s. It’s a magical, black licorice tasting beverage called “Absinthe,” also known as “The Green Fairy.” […]
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