Abbie’s French Kiss
How to make the Abbie’s French Kiss – Mix all ingredients together in a cocktail shaker with Ice. Serve in a Cordial glass or Shot Glass.
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Absinthe is a highly aromatic and potent spirit that is famous for its distinctive green color and rich cultural history. It is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage that is flavored with botanicals, primarily including the herb Artemisia absinthium, also known as wormwood.
Absinthe originated in the late 18th century in Switzerland and gained immense popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France. It was often associated with bohemian culture and became a favorite drink among artists, writers, and intellectuals of the time, including figures like Vincent van Gogh and Oscar Wilde.
One of the most intriguing aspects of absinthe is the presence of thujone, a compound found in wormwood. Thujone was believed to have psychoactive properties, leading to absinthe being associated with hallucinogenic effects. However, modern scientific research has shown that the levels of thujone in absinthe are not significant enough to cause hallucinations.
Traditionally, absinthe is prepared by pouring a measure of the spirit into a glass, placing a slotted absinthe spoon on top of the glass, and then placing a sugar cube on the spoon. Ice-cold water is slowly dripped over the sugar cube, causing it to dissolve and sweeten the absinthe. As the water mixes with the spirit, a mesmerizing louche effect occurs, where the green absinthe turns cloudy and opalescent.
The flavor profile of absinthe is characterized by the bitterness of wormwood, combined with a complex blend of herbs and botanicals, such as anise, fennel, and various other aromatic plants. The resulting taste is often described as herbal, with hints of licorice and a slightly bitter undertone.
Absinthe has had a tumultuous history, facing controversy and legal restrictions in various countries. In the early 20th century, concerns about absinthe’s alleged harmful effects, combined with political and social factors, led to its prohibition in several places, including France, Switzerland, and the United States. It remained banned for many decades until the late 20th century when regulations were relaxed or lifted in several countries, allowing for its production and consumption once again.
Today, absinthe has experienced a revival, and it is produced and enjoyed by enthusiasts around the world. Modern production methods adhere to strict regulations regarding thujone levels and use of quality ingredients. Absinthe is often consumed by diluting it with water, either traditionally or as a component in a variety of cocktails.
In conclusion, absinthe is a captivating spirit with a rich history and distinct cultural significance. While its reputation for hallucinogenic effects was exaggerated, absinthe continues to enthrall drinkers with its vibrant green color, louche effect, and unique herbal flavor profile.
How to make the Abbie’s French Kiss – Mix all ingredients together in a cocktail shaker with Ice. Serve in a Cordial glass or Shot Glass.
How to make the Absinthe Shot – Use two separate glasses at first. Add 7up to one, Absinthe to the other. Light Absinthe on fire, wait for 5 seconds, then pour it into 7up glass. Be extremely careful while pouring! Set Absinthe Collins Glass upside down with a straw underneath the edge and inhale through the straw. Then take the shot.
How to make the Absinthe Olde-style – This is as close to the Original Absinthe as you can get. Absinthe is very similar, but substitutes . Southern Wormwood. ” — which is thujone free — so it can be sold legally anywhere. Wormwood Extract is safe in moderation and is also legal. Mixing with Ice and Sugar produces a proper . “louche. ” as per the Original preparation method which entailed pouring Iced Water over Sugar cubes set on a slotted spoon balanced over one’s glass of Absinthe — the shaker method works better and is less complex. Pour the Absinthe Liqueur (legal to imPort) Sugar and 20 drops (approximately 1/2 tsp) liquid Wormwood Extract (available from many health food stores — Herb Pharm is a good choIce) into a shaker with Ice. Shake well strain into an Old Fashioned Glass. and serve.”
How to make the Absinthe Drip – Add Absinthe and one large cube of Ice to an Old Fashioned Glass. Place an Absinthe spoon across the top of the glass with the Sugar on it, and pour drops of Water onto the spoon. The Water will drop through the holes in the Absinthe spoon.
How to make the Absinthtini – Stir ingredients in a cocktail shaker with Ice. Strain into glass.
How to make the Absinthe Margarita – This is one of the drinks I created to help my friends get into the unusual taste of Absinth® – Absinthe Herbal Liqueur. Since Tequila is already one of the more Sour spirits, I thought that a margarita might be able to handle a substitution with the notoriously bitter flavor of Absinth® – Absinthe Herbal Liqueur, and what I came up with is a nIce Sweet & Sour drink with an herbal bite. Combine all liquids in cocktail shaker with Ice and strain into a margarita glass. Garnish with Lemon slIces.
How to make the Absinthe Cocktail – Shake well with cracked Ice. Strain into Cocktail Glass.
How to make the B52-Slovak – The combination with Absinth 70% or 80% insTead of Stroh Rum 80% is typical Czech and Slovak. As I love Baileys and it is quite unknown here in Eastern Europe this is my way of introducing it. Fill in Kahlúa® , then slowly put Baileys on top. Take a Teaspoon reverse in the glass and slowly put the Absinth on top (in Slovakia typically 70% is green, 80% is red). Take a straw and cut it in the middle so that it is 50% inside and 50% outside of the glass. DO NOT PUT THE STRAW IN THE GLASS. TRANSPORT THE GLASS WITH CARE. Set the Absinth on fire. Take your hair out of your face, remove your glasses! Take the straw in your mouth, and then head down and straw INTO THE STILL BURNING DRINK. Drink fast enough in one go – otherwise the straw is set on fire and you will just burn your lips or even your eyebrows!!
How to make the Absinthe Czech Ritual – Pour 3/4 of a full shot of Absinthe in a sundae glass. put a Brown Sugar cube on a spoon with holes in it and rest it on the rim of the sundae glass. Pour the remaining 1/4 of the shot of Absinthe onto the Brown Sugar cube, light the Brown Sugar on fire (put the flame under the spoon). Let the flame burn for a minute while the Brown Sugar drips into the glass and Caramelizes. stir the Caramelized Sugar into the glass. Add the Water to the glass, stir again. and serve.
How to make the Absinthe Without Leave – Layer ingredients carefully into a Shot Glass. Put Absinthe first, followed by Sambuca and then Baileys. If done properly each will remain separate, forming an attractive green-based beverage.
How to make the Absinth Sour – Shake all ingredients together and strain over Ice into a old fashioned/rock glass. Garnish with Lemon and anise star.
How to make the Absinthe Curacao Frappe – Stir ingredients and pour over Crushed Ice in a deep-saucer champagne glass. Add Orange slIce.
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