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Raise your glass and get ready to celebrate National Absinthe Day on Mar. 5! This day is dedicated to the popular spirit which has been around since the late 18th century, with its origin in Switzerland and France. It has a strong flavor of aniseed, as well as other herbs such as wormwood, fennel and hyssop blended into it making it quite unique from other spirits. The effects of this drink are said to be both calming yet invigorating at the same time - just like any good celebration should be!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1792</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Absinthe</div><div class='timeline-text'>Absinthe was first created by Dr. Pierre Ordinaire in Switzerland as a medicinal elixir.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1805</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Absinthe Distillery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Henri-Louis Pernod opened the first commercial absinthe distillery in Pontarlier, France.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1860s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Absinthe in the Arts</div><div class='timeline-text'>Many famous artists and writers, such as Vincent Van Gogh and Oscar Wilde, were known absinthe drinkers, influencing its popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1915</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Absinthe Prohibition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to controversies surrounding its psychoactive effects, absinthe was banned in several countries including France, the United States, and Belgium.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lifting the Ban</div><div class='timeline-text'>US federal laws were relaxed on absinthe following debates around its supposed harmful effects, paving the way for its comeback.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Absinthe Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>March 5 was designated as National Absinthe Day, a day to celebrate the iconic spirit and its rich history.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Taste different absinthe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to try different brands of absinthe. Different regions have different tastes and you can learn a lot by tasting them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Prepare an absinthe cocktail</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix up a delicious absinthe cocktail with your favorite ingredients. Try out a classic Sazerac or Death in the Afternoon.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an absinthe inspired dish</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Cooking with absinthe is gaining in popularity, so why not create an absinthe inspired dish? Try making your own absinthe ice cream or a lamb shank with absinthe sauce.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make an absinthe cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a unique and delicious absinthe cake for your friends and family. It's sure to be a hit!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an absinthe tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some friends and host an absinthe tasting party. Sample different types of absinthes and play fun games like 'guess the flavor' or 'name that brand'.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Absinthe has a unique and complex flavor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The flavor of absinthe is unique and complex, with notes of anise, fennel, wormwood, and other herbs. It's usually served in small doses so that you can appreciate its complexity and subtle characteristics.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Absinthe is steeped in history & mythology</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Absinthe has been a part of European culture for centuries, and has become known as 'the green fairy' thanks its many myths and legends. Celebrating National Absinthe Day honors this rich tradition and gives you the chance to explore all the different varieties and styles of this captivating spirit.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Absinthe makes a great base for cocktails</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>If you're looking to mix up something special, why not try using absinthe as the base for your next cocktail? Its distinct notes of anise, wormwood, fennel, and other herbs make it the perfect ingredient in drinks like a Sazerac or Corpse Reviver #2 - which are sure to be crowd pleasers at your next party!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Preparation of Absinthe Invokes a Ritual</h3><p class='facts-content'>The traditional method of serving absinthe involves a ritual of pouring cold water over a sugar cube into the spirit, called "louching". This turns the liquid from a green-amber color to a milky, opalescent white or pale green.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Absinthe Looking Spoons are Unique Artifacts</h3><p class='facts-content'>Absinthe spoons, used in the preparation of the drink, are highly collectible. These slotted spoons often feature intricate designs and motifs related to absinthe’s cultural history.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>All Absinthes are Not Created Equal</h3><p class='facts-content'>The taste and quality of absinthe can greatly vary depending on its ingredients and the distillation process. Some are sweeter, some more bitter, and the alcohol content can range from around 45% to as high as 74% by volume.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Absinthe is Dispel its Infamy</h3><p class='facts-content'>While notoriously controversial due to misconceptions about its hallucinogenic effects, modern research has confirmed that absinthe has no more potential to cause hallucinations than any other high-alcohol spirit.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Absinthe has Inspiring Color Options</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to the iconic green "la fée verte" or "green fairy", absinthe can also be found in a range of colors including red, blue, and clear, each yielding from different ingredients and preparation styles.</p></div></div>
National Absinthe Day is celebrated on March 5 every year. In 2024 National Absinthe Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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