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Vzboltay made a selection of favorite absinthes. Any of the options below will be worthy of your attention, the main thing is not to buy Russian and Ukrainian absinthe (dangerous to health).
Xenta Superior
Elite representative of absinthe. It is considered one of the authentic options for the mass market, since in addition to thujone (10 ml / l), in the composition of the drink you will also find a sprig of wormwood, from which thujone is actually obtained. Cool but expensive option.
If you decide to buy this absinthe, do not be too lazy to read how to drink this drink correctly. In pure or diluted form, you will not feel the fullness of taste and aroma.
Shake, recommends drinking Xenta Superior in the French way.
Strength: 70%
R. Jelinek, absinthe
The unnatural, downright flashy color of this absinthe should be alarming, but this does not stop those who want to surprise and shock at all.
Vzboltay, believes that it is because of this that it is worth buying this absinthe + it is good in cocktails, but no more.
Strength: 70%
Jacques senaux green
Originally from Spain, it has a mild spicy taste, devoid of alcohol notes, with tones of wormwood and anise, and an original aftertaste – both warm and refreshing due to mint shades.
The aroma is represented by dominant notes of wormwood and anise, surrounded by warm hints of peppermint, cloves, saffron, vanilla and cinnamon.
Strength: 70%
Fruko Schulz absinthe
The color of this absinthe is very similar to natural, herbal.
Aroma meets invigorating notes of peppermint, sweetish taste.
We recommend drinking this absinthe according to the French or Czech method.
Strength: 70%
La Fee Bohemian Absinthe
Formulated with wormwood, aromatic herbs and purified alcohol. The content of thujone in this absinthe is 10 ml/l.
Absinthe has a pleasant herbal color, has an exquisite aroma, which is filled with notes of wormwood and balsamic herbs.
The taste is slightly bitter with hints of wormwood and pleasant hints of herbs.
We recommend drinking this absinthe according to the French or Czech method.
Strength: 70%
Dreams Absinth
Another Czech brand, has a translucent emerald color. The aroma of absinthe is made up of harmonious shades of anise, honey and spices.
Absinthe Dreams has a light hint of licorice and a slightly bitter finish.
Suitable for experimenting with different types of drinking, among friends and acquaintances.
Strength: 70%
Absent 55
A French imitator (primarily due to reduced ABV), but obviously worth a try and form your own opinion, you might like its milder flavor.
An excellent option for different cocktails and drinking in its pure form with ice.
Strength: 55%
Metelka, Moravian Absinthe
The dark horse comes from the Czech Republic. By the way, most high-quality absinthes are produced in this country. But this one, according to the creators, is something else.
Decorative fennel and anise seeds at the bottom of the bottle make this brand stand out from the rest.
It is worth considering this option for purchase because of the undeniable taste and appearance that can surprise an alcoholic gourmet.
Strength: 70%
Luxardo Absinthe
An affordable classic in vibrant green with an emerald sheen.
The aroma of this absinthe reveals spicy hints of wormwood, anise, fennel, coriander, cinnamon, peppermint and cloves. Everything is standard and high quality.
A worthy brand with a long history, it is not a shame to buy such a bottle in a bar.
We recommend drinking this absinthe according to the French or Czech method.
Strength: 70%
Xenta
An old brand that is sold in almost every store in Russia and Ukraine. It has a bright and rich green color. No sediment. Wormwood anise flavor. A good option to start.
This absinthe is not a pity to dilute or mix in cocktails, an ordinary option for all occasions.
Strength: 70%
Relevance: 09.04.2018
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