The main driving factor behind the high price of absinthe (in North America, at least - note that another factor is likely that almost all absinthe in North America is imported, leading to additional transportation costs) is the active ingredient of wormwood, also called thujone. Thujone is considered to be the main psychoactive ingredient in absinthe (although this has been debated) and allegedly, the stronger the thujone content, the more intense the absinthe experience will be. Also, due to the cost of the substance, the higher the thujone level, the higher the cost of the absinthe will be.
Of course, there are other reasons for the high price than the price of the raw materials. Absinthe is imported, it's exotic, it's highly-sought-after, it's rare - basically, that means they can charge whatever they want and still sell bottles.
No. Absinthe has alcohol in it, but not opiates.
Alcohol + grass will make absinthe.
Absinthe ranges in strength from 45-75%
Absinthe Blind ended in 2003.
Absinthe Blind was created in 1996.
Yes, absinthe is legal in Canada.
If you can legally do so, then the choice is entirely up to you. However, beware that absinthe typically has a quite high alcohol content, so drinking a lot quickly will not make you feel good.
there are about 100 calories in each ounce of absinthe.
Absinthe - album - was created in 1992-12.
To properly prepare absinthe for consumption, start by placing a sugar cube on an absinthe spoon over a glass of absinthe. Slowly drip ice-cold water over the sugar cube to dilute the absinthe. The water will turn the absinthe cloudy, a process called louche. Stir the mixture gently and enjoy the drink.
Grass + Alcohol = Absinthe I know it works.
Absinthe verte is a type of absinthe that is typically green in color due to the addition of additional herbs during the distillation process. This gives it a more complex and herbal flavor compared to traditional absinthe, which is clear. The added herbs in absinthe verte can contribute to a more intense and earthy taste, as well as a slightly different mouthfeel. Overall, absinthe verte tends to have a more pronounced and nuanced flavor profile compared to traditional absinthe.