Absinthe Flashcards
1
Q
What is absinthe?
A
A distilled aniseed drink composed of wormwood, anis and a variety of other herbs
2
Q
Neutral spirit distilled with the “Holy Trinity” of herbs:
A
- Grand wormwood( Artemisia Absinthium -i.e., Absinthe)
- Green Anise
- Sweet Fennel
3
Q
Traditional Vintage Absinthe’s contained high-levels of alcohol
A
120 - 144 proof
4
Q
Commonly known as the
A
“Green Fairy” or La Fee Verte) from its naturally green color which is derived from fresh herbs
