Absinthe: The Drink's Effects in Your Experience

'Meeting the Green Fairy': Absinthe's peculiar effects vary from person to person, but many drinkers cite inspiration, boost in creative abilities and enhanced mental clarity. Or is all in one's mind?

Green Fairy (my experience) - contributed by Thom on Sat, 12 May 2007 at 16:03.

Century Absinthe Review - contributed by Matt Summers on Mon, 7 May 2012 at 10:36.

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Century 100

Stylish tall bottle, exquisite flavour, powerful experience. This is the rare gem that's attracted something of a cult following amongst absinthe experts and enthusiasts alike. Available online at centuryabsinthe.com
at $169 per bottle.

Maktub Verte

Think the jazz age. Maktub is an absinthe with a twist, made according to a 1920s recipe. And yes, it does taste (and feels) good. Also available in red & black. Available from absinthe.in for $145.