Description: From the vendor: An extremely limited production of one of the first known written absinthe recipes discovered, written down for posterity in 1797 and attributed to Abram-Louis Perrenoud, Henri-Louis Pernod's father. Translated from old French and put into production by two absinthe historians using anicient measurements and colouring techniques, along with only local Pontarlier absinthe plants, it shows another side to absinthe that had been modified so many times during the 19th century. It is more herbaceous and slightly medicinal, as it was most likely originally intended, yet quite tasty, and it has a louche that is more of a light, opaque olive green instead of milky white. This may have been what absinthe was like before the Pernod son went main-stream and is certainly an interesting historical experiment.

Reviews for 1797 »

Posted by hartsmar at November 25, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.alandia.de: "Absente is a French absinthe with a sweet wood flavor. The thujon level is low and the flavor resembles a Pastis. Something for gourmets."

Reviews for Absente (European Version) »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: Pastis available over the counter. There is an E.U. version that is reputably absinthe.

Reviews for Absente Pastis »

Posted by Kallisti at August 23, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to Liqueurs de France: The Roquette 1797 is a complex, unusual and spicy absinthe, based directly on a late 18th century manuscript recipe. It represents the first serious attempt in the modern era to recreate an absinthe from the very birth of La Fee Verte, when the drink straddled the line between liquor and potion, when it was as much magical and mysterious elixir as fashionable aperitif. The 1797 contains the classic trinity of anise, fennel and grande wormwood, together with several other herbs, some of which will be found in no other commercially available absinthe. The absinthe is batch distilled in Pontarlier in an antique alambic, and is available in only very limited quantities. The oldest distillations in the final Roquette bottling are nearly 18 months old, the youngest around 6 months, and this degree of maturation will be preserved in on going production.

Reviews for Absinthe Roquette 1797 »

Posted by hartsmar at December 10, 2007 | Review Link

Description: From the manufacturer: ALANDIAs Gold68 uses maximum wormwood for the strongest thujon concentration, but skips anise to avoid a dominating licorice taste. Moreover stimulating citrus notes are present, which give this Absinthe besides its natural bitterness a pleasant body, though very effective for a real experience. If you are looking for the perfect, non licorice Absinthe effect, this is your choice. No artificial additives are used and the alcohol level is set at classic 68%.

Reviews for Alandia Gold 68 »

Posted by hartsmar at January 24, 2007 | Review Link

Description: According to Liqueurs de France: Absinthe Belle Amie was created for the world-renowned Parisian absinthe-specialist shop Vert d'Absinthe. Liqueurs de France was presented with an absinthe recipe from 1908 that the owner had always wanted to experiment with and commercialize under his own label. The project was presented to the Emile Pernot Distillery which agreed to host, and distillation began in February 2007. Every effort was made to remain faithful to its historic origins and even some of the plant ingredients were grown on a private farm in Pontarlier. Belle Amie is an absinthe that remains outside the norm of modern interpretations. Herbaceous and refreshing at the same time, it really shines when a sugar cube is slowly dissolved in the deep, olive-coloured liquid.

Reviews for Belle Amie »

Posted by hartsmar at December 10, 2007 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absintheonline.com/ : "LDF decided to present distiller Hugues de Miscault with the challenge of working with an absinthe recipe directly from the pages of late 19th century French liquoriste manuals, such as those by Duplais and Brévans. Blanche de Fougerolles is made with a grape-alcohol base, and combines grande and petite wormwood, green anise, hyssop, veronica, chamomile, génepi, fennel, coriander and angelica; all individually distilled into full 80° alcoholates, blended, and then reduced to 74% abv. The alcoholic strength of 74% dictated by the original recipe gives this absinthe real backbone, but the grape-based alcohol by no means overpowers the finesse and lingering aromas of the complex combination of aromatic plants in this highly regarded and well documented recipe. This absinthe is often compared to and surpasses in quality, the majority of clandestine Swiss la Bleues made today."

Reviews for Blanche de Fougerolles 74 »

Posted by Kallisti at October 09, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to Absintheonline.com: "Blanchette", the original absinthe produced by Distillerie Combier (Saumur, France) circa 1900. Blanchette is a Swiss-style, clear absinthe that yields a distinct aroma and flavor of anise and grande wormwood, with a background of alpine herbs. Like our other Jade absinthes, Blanchette is crafted entirely by hand in the antique copper absinthe stills in the Combier distillery.

Reviews for Blanchette »

Posted by hartsmar at November 05, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to Oxygenee.com: The Dornier-Tuller bottle is a major rarity, the only sealed bottle of this prestigious high quality Pontarlier marque I've ever seen.

Reviews for Dornier-Tuller Absinthe, circa 1910 »

Posted by hartsmar at August 24, 2007 | Review Link

Description: According to Absintheclassics.com: Doubs Mystique "Carte d'or" is a superb ultra-premium absinthe distilled in century old alambics in Pontarlier, in the heart of the Doubs region of eastern France, the historical home of absinthe. Our aim in formulating and distilling Doubs Mystique Carte d'or was simple: we wanted to make, absolutely without regard to cost or technical difficulties, the finest, most complex, most delicious absinthe possible.

Reviews for Doubs Mystique Carte d'Or »

Posted by hartsmar at December 10, 2007 | Review Link

Description: According to Manufacturer's website: A lot of painstaking research into old formulas has been done at the Elie Arnaud DENOIX Distillery in order to revive the ancient elixir. the work was carried out with the highest respect for the old traditions using only authentic methods worthy of this fine liqueur. With the help of a research laboratory, it has been possible to develop a totally natural method for eliminating the offending thujone and (ed.note: yawn...), with this out of the way, it has been possible to awaken this "Sleeping Beauty"

Reviews for Elie Arnaud Denoix »

Posted by hartsmar at October 22, 2006 | Review Link

Description: Manufactured by Paul Devoille, France for the Vom Fass chain to be sold bulk.

Reviews for Emanuelle 55 - Vom Fass »

Posted by hartsmar at November 05, 2006 | Review Link

Description: The Emile Coulin is a low price distilled absinthe from a small distillery in Fougerolles, France.

Reviews for Emile Coulin »

Posted by hartsmar at November 15, 2006 | Review Link

Description: From the old Guy distillery in Pontarlier, France.

Reviews for Francois Guy »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absintheonline.com/ : "Not since the French ban of 1915 has the world seen a French absinthe that boasts the quality of the famed Edouard Pernod label. Almost a century later, Jade Liqueurs presents: Absinthe Edouard. Absinthe Edouard is absolutely correct to the original, from its delicate tint, to its refined texture and delightfully aromatic finish."

Reviews for Jade Edouard 72 »

Posted by Kallisti at October 09, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absintheonline.com/ : "Not since the French ban of 1915 has the world seen a French absinthe that boasts the quality of the famed Edouard Pernod label. Almost a century later, Jade Liqueurs presents: Absinthe Edouard. Absinthe Edouard is absolutely correct to the original, from its delicate tint, to its refined texture and delightfully aromatic finish. A distiller’s proof refers to a one-time test distillation made in anticipation of a new Jade release. This is an important step that allows minor adjustments to be made pursuant to perfecting a finished product. A proof sample will usually differ slightly from the final version in the areas of fine flavor balance and tint."

Reviews for Jade Edouard 72 "Distiller's Proof" »

Posted by Kallisti at October 09, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absintheonline.com/ "Absinthe Nouvelle-Orléans represents the inspired work of native New Orleanian T. A. Breaux, and its heritage is rooted in the original New Orleans absinthes that made the Sazerac cocktail and absinthe frappe famous. Its unique distillation of stimulating herbes toniques is just what the Belle Époque apothecaries prescribed for various subtropical ailments. With its light, refreshing mouthfeel to its delectable floral finish, who would want to believe it was just a ‘medicine’?"

Reviews for Jade Nouvelle Orleans »

Posted by Kallisti at June 15, 2006 | Review Link

Description: From the vendor: PF 1901 is a classic absinthe, balanced and crisp, with an appetizing herbal aroma and a smooth, lingering aftertaste. It should be noted that a large ‘cache’ of pre-ban Pernod fils absinthe has recently been discovered and amongst the well-preserved bottles, there were a few in a remarkable state of preservation, retaining their original color and freshness. Those who have been fortunate enough to have been able to taste these and have also tasted the pre-release Jade PF 1901, are unanimous in their remarks as to the striking similarities between the vintage bottles and the Jade clone.

Reviews for Jade PF 1901 »

Posted by hartsmar at December 02, 2006 | Review Link

Description: From the manufacturer website: "The distillery of C. F. Berger was founded in Couvet, in the canton of Neufchâtel, Switzerland in 1823. The Berger distillery crafted several Swiss style absinthes, the most famous of these being the C. F. Berger 65 degree absinthe verte, which earned its status as one of the premier absinthes of the 19th century. Unfortunately, absinthe crafting at the C. F. Berger distillery came to a halt with the Swiss ban of 1910, and the distillery ceased all activities in Switzerland shortly thereafter. This fine Swiss absinthe was almost lost forever if it had not been for the resurfacing of original, unopened bottles, which Jade Liqueurs was able to secure for preservation. Using proprietary analytical techniques, Jade Liqueurs has painstakingly resurrected this beautiful liquor from extinction."

Reviews for Jade Verte Suisse 65 »

Posted by hartsmar at November 06, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absintheonline.com: "Jade Verte Suisse 65 is an absolutely accurate recreation of the original C. F. Berger 65 absinthe verte, and is identical to the fine original down to incredibly minute details. ... it quickly asserts its fortitude with intensely fragrant and complex aromas, highlighted by green anise, hyssop and wormwood. This Verte Suisse absinthe batch is the first edition 'Distiller's Proof', made in very small quantities."

Reviews for Jade Verte Suisse 65 "Distiller's Proof" »

Posted by Kallisti at June 16, 2006 | Review Link

Description: The L'Amesinthe was a medal winner at the Absinthiades in 2004 and 2005. Considering it took part in the "Macerated" category and consindering the competition, this isn't necessarily a merit though. It is very similar to Versinthe and pre-sweetened. According to Alko's (liquor stores) laboratory in Finland, the L'Amesinthe contains 130g/l sugar.

Reviews for L'Amesinthe »

Posted by hartsmar at February 04, 2007 | Review Link

Description: Distilled in limited quantities at the Emile Pernot distillery in Pontarlier, France this absinthe brings back the fairy to its home town again.

Reviews for L'Artisanale »

Posted by hartsmar at November 05, 2006 | Review Link

Description: PIC: la Fee Spoon

According to http://www.lafeeabsinthe.com

"La Fée was created from an authentic 19th century recipe and was developed in a French distillery under the supervision of Madame Delahaye. It contains a dozen or more plants, including 'Grande' and 'Petite' Absinthe (artemisia absinthium and artemisia pontica). La Fée is a distilled absinthe — the botanicals are macerated in alcohol and then distilled in accordance with the most traditional methods."

Reviews for La Fee Parisian »

Posted by Kallisti at October 24, 2006 | Review Link

Reviews for La Muse Verte 68 »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: The first absinthe to be released by the Lemercier distillery. Awarded with the silver medal (spoon) at the 2003 Absinthiades.

Reviews for Lemercier Abisinthe 45 »

Posted by hartsmar at November 05, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.abisinthe.com/ "La dénomination de vente de cette boisson devra obéir aux règles imposées. L’emploi du terme "absinthe" étant susceptible de créer une confusion sur la nature du produit commercialisé avec la boisson interdite issue de la grande absinthe, il conviendra donc de ne pas faire référence au mot « absinthe » mais uniquement aux extraits ou bases de plantes d’absinthe. Les produits ainsi fabriqués sont des spiritueux à base de plantes d’absinthe. De plus, le mot absinthe ne doit pas être dans un caractère différent que "spiritueux à base de plantes" pour éviter toute tromperie auprès du consommateur. C’est pour cette raison que nous avons décidé d’appeler notre spiritueux par la marque "ABISINTHE®"."

Reviews for Lemercier Abisinthe 72 »

Posted by Kallisti at August 23, 2006 | Review Link

Description: From manufacturer website (http://www.abisinthe.com/) "La dénomination de vente de cette boisson devra obéir aux règles imposées. L’emploi du terme "absinthe" étant susceptible de créer une confusion sur la nature du produit commercialisé avec la boisson interdite issue de la grande absinthe, il conviendra donc de ne pas faire référence au mot « absinthe » mais uniquement aux extraits ou bases de plantes d’absinthe. Les produits ainsi fabriqués sont des spiritueux à base de plantes d’absinthe. De plus, le mot absinthe ne doit pas être dans un caractère différent que "spiritueux à base de plantes" pour éviter toute tromperie auprès du consommateur. C’est pour cette raison que nous avons décidé d’appeler notre spiritueux par la marque "ABISINTHE®"."

Reviews for Lemercier Abisinthe Amer 72 »

Posted by hartsmar at November 05, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.alandia.de : "Libertine is made in Fougerolles in France. With a stronger wormwood content the legal maximum of 30-35mg thujon is reached. The composition of herbs is balanced, with a slight bitter touch, which indicates its strength."

Reviews for Libertine Amer »

Posted by Kallisti at October 24, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to the manufacturer's website:
Introducing lucid, Absinthe Supérieure. lucid represents a breakthrough product for the U.S. market, as it is the first true, Grande Wormwood-based Absinthe of its type since before prohibition. Unlike imitators in the U.S. and many of the so-called "Absinthe" products that litter the international markets, lucid is crafted directly from select whole herbs, including Grande Wormwood, and never from cheaper assemblages, macerations, extracts or oils.

Reviews for Lucid Absinthe Superieure »

Posted by hartsmar at July 03, 2007 | Review Link

Reviews for Manguin »

Posted by Kallisti at October 24, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to eAbsinthe.com: Believed to be the only absinthe from the Alps region, Montania is a gold medal winner from the 2004 Absinthiades (macerates category). You can taste the mountain herbs!

Reviews for Montania des Alpes »

Posted by hartsmar at November 05, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absinthefrenchmanspoon.com: "Recipe #1 corresponds to a type of absinthe which was called "Ordinaire": rich in wormwood, low in anise, louches due to badiane content... certainly the most widely distributed among the working class in the 19th century, that which was most abused."

Reviews for Muse de France #1 »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absinthefrenchmanspoon.com: Recipe #2 corresponds to a recipe known as "Suisse de Fougerolles"": it is somewhat the extreme reverse of the recipe known as "Ordinaire"; Rich in anise and lower in wormwood. Certainly one of the absinthes of quality from the 19th century, made for the more wealthy consumers..."

Reviews for Muse de France #2 »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.absinthefrenchmanspoon.com/mdfeu.htm : Muse the France is an experimental product rather than a product of mass consumption. Consequently, though Muse the France is always bottled at 69%, 35 cl, and elaborated exclusively with top quality wine alcohol and absinthe plants... the liquid may vary considerably from one bottle to another...

Reviews for Muse de France #3 »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: Manufacturer: la Vinotèque

Reviews for Oxygénée »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: According to http://www.alandia.de : "Partisane is made from the 2004 wormwood harvest from Pontarlier. The 2004 patch was distilled by a local, well known distillery in cooperation with ALANDIA and is limited to 1000 bottles. Therefore each bottle is unique and due to the natural limit of the 2004 harvest this Absinthe will not be available at any point later. The recipe is based on only a few herbs to set the focus on the Absinthe bouquet. You will experience a strong Absinthe with a note of caramel and anise. We recommend to serve Partisane with two sugar cubes and two parts cold water. Partisane won the silver medal on the Absinthe fair Absinthiades 2005 in Pontarlier, France."

Reviews for Partisane »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: The Distiller has clarified that this brand does indeed contain a. absinthium. - kallisti

Reviews for Pere Kermann »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link

Description: The modern Pernod absinthe. Produced by the multinational giant, Pernod-Ricard.

Reviews for Pernod 68 (aux extrait d'absinthe) »

Posted by hartsmar at October 22, 2006 | Review Link

Description: The Distiller has clarified that this brand does indeed contain a. absinthium. - kallisti

Reviews for Trenet »

Posted by Kallisti at November 01, 2006 | Review Link