
Absinthe Tip: You might want to leave some space in your glass for a couple of ice cubes. Once the sugar cube has made its way into the absinthe glass, stir your mix gently to dissolve any un-dissolved sugar. You’ll notice your drink changing colour from striking green to a place between light green and yellow. You should have approximately three to four parts of water per one part absinthe. Let the water slowly drip over the sugar cube for it to dissolve in your glass of absinthe.
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Sit your glass under the absinthe fountain, or under a slow flow of a carafe full of ice-cold water. Place your absinthe spoon over the glass of absinthe with a sugar cube on it. Once you have what you need, the next steps of serving it are pretty simple. However, you can definitely get away with a carafe of water as well.įor serving absinthe, you will need - a fine bottle of absinthe, glass, an absinthe spoon, sugar, and cold-ice water. The traditional way of drinking absinthe is by diluting it, and there’s no other over-the-top way of diluting absinthe other than an absinthe fountain. Serving absinthe is not as complicated as you might think it is. Both those methods strip the actual flavour of the spirit, and well, are also dangerous.

Absinthe isn’t supposed to be lit on fire, neither is it supposed to be had as a straight shot. There are those who do it the traditional way, those who go retro with a bit of fire, and then there are those daredevils who have the strength to down an absinthe shot.Īn interesting fact about the green goddess is that it’s usually served wrong a lot of times. However, there’s always been a little bit of confusion regarding how absinthe is served and drank. Absinthe has a distinct flavour, such that even a splash of it makes its existence in a cocktail quite prominent. The strong flavour of anise, along with herbs like coriander, fennel, hyssop, and melissa create a blend that is both satisfying, and gives a rush to the drinker. Finally, you stir the liquid with the spoon, and then drink.Absinthe is truly one of the most complex, yet beautiful spirits out there. Soak the sugar with absinthe first, and then set it on fire, allowing the heat to melt the sugar before you mix in the drink. And now comes the theatrical variation on traditional French ritual, performed by Johnny Depp’s character in the 2001 film From Hell. On top of the glass you place a flat, slotted spoon on which a single sugar cube rests. To prepare your absinthe, you begin by pouring about an ounce of the greenish liquid into an absinthe glass.

But it is more than just a tasty alcoholic beverage, it’s a ritual. Preparing your absinthe the theatrical wayĪbsinthe is among the most popular drinks not only in France but across Europe and even in the United States. These absinthe glasses are dishwasher safe. Would you like to know why Hemingway smuggled bottles of absinthe? Read our history of absinthe.Įach Glass is approximately 5.5 inches tall and 3 inches in diameter. The Versailles absinthe glasses bring the elegance and richness of European history to any table.Ībsinthe & Sugar? Check our absinthe rituals! These are extremely sturdy, heavy thick glasses that will last you generations. Wonderfully elegant everyday glasses will keep their clarity and durability even after numerous trips through the dishwasher. These glasses are very French provencal and attractive from a women's point of view. You will like the weight and the feel in your hand, appreciate how it sparkles and therefore, it has what we would call a masculine appeal. Produced by a French company with a long history of molded glassware, setting the standard for that type of glass. The seems on these glasses are hardly noticeable. These glasses bring beauty and elegance to any table or gathering, whether casual or formal. This glass is based on an original 18th century design with exquisite shell and flower motif inspired by the historic Palace of Versailles embossed on the glasses.

What better way to enjoy your glass of absinthe than with this pressed absinthe glass from Cristallerie La Rochere of France. Their glassware has been used by kings and monarchies and Versailles absinthe glasses are simply beautiful and look elegant! Reminiscent of days past, they beautifully catch and reflect light like a diamond!

These glasses are made in France in a glass factory that dates back to the 1500's. The Versailles absinthe glass is like no other, it is shiny and very strong.
