Absinthe

usgb/ˈæbsɪnθ/
noun

A strong alcoholic drink that is green in color and has a bitter taste. It is made from wormwood, a plant, and other ingredients.

He poured himself a glass of absinthe and sat back to enjoy its bitter taste.
Visual representation of "absinthe" - A strong alcoholic drink that is green in color and has a bitter taste. It is made from wormwood, a plant, and other ingredients.

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  • glass of absinthe
  • drink absinthe
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Historical Drink

Absinthe gained popularity in 19th-century France, particularly among artists and writers.

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Absinthe was once dubbed the muse of famous painters and poets.
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Banned History

Absinthe was banned in many countries for its alleged harmful effects, which adds a notorious legacy.

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The ban on absinthe in the early 1900s contributed to its mystique.
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Preparation Ritual

There's a distinct ritual to prepare absinthe involving a slotted spoon and sugar cube.

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He carefully dissolved the sugar cube over his absinthe, enjoying the ritual.
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