vlsd0041 Report post Posted October 7, 2017 Just bought my first bottle of absinthe a week ago and waiting for it to come in. Does anyone have any opinions on the absinthe antitoxin? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zman (Marc Bernhard) Report post Posted October 19, 2017 What do you mean by "antitoxin"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gwydion Stone Report post Posted October 19, 2017 https://www.absinthes.com/en/absinthe-antitoxin-p899 "Unashamedly a novelty absinthe - the unusual shape of its bottle, and its neon-green colour, make it a true eye-catcher. Not only the unusual shape of its bottle, also its extraordinary, bitter taste, makes this absinthe something special. With its 89.9% alcohol strength, this Absinthe is strong!"Absinthe should not be bitter. Why ask for advice after you bought it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Songcatcher Report post Posted October 20, 2017 Oh shit! The boss is here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted October 22, 2017 It's the name of the absinthe I bought. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted October 22, 2017 I found this forum after I bought the absinthe and wanted to know what people on here thought of the absinthe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted October 22, 2017 My opinion is that it's a rather unfortunate first buy. I'd recommend checking out the absinthe reviews section on the main site to find a proper absinthe that might strike your fancy. Don't shoot the messenger, you've been hoodwinked by gimmicky, kitschy marketing. This could have been prevented in this "age of total information" with a little online research before you just decided to buy it. You live, you learn. Now on the bright side, if you want to learn more about absinthe you've came to the right place. I'd like to say welcome and I'm looking forward to hearing more from you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted October 22, 2017 The bottle came in the mail two weeks ago and I had a couple drinks from the bottle for the last two weeks. When I did the ritual, there was no louche and there was a strong taste and smell of black licorice. The absinthe is really hard to drink and takes me an hour or so to finish one glass. What are some good beginner absinthe I could try and what websites can I order them from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted October 22, 2017 I'd say Mansinthe or Lucid for a "beginner absinthe". Both are solid yet economical examples that will give you a good feel for a traditional absinthe flavor profile. The Trinity (Anise,Fennel, and Grande Wormwood) is balanced and stands out well in both. As for the website, I'd recommend www.maisonabsinthe.com to seek out either or both. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted October 23, 2017 Thank you for the advise on some beginner absinthe. I just ordered the Mansinthe and I'm hopefully I'll get it before this Saturday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted October 24, 2017 No problem. Santé! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted November 12, 2017 what is your opinion on St. George Absinthe Verte? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted November 13, 2017 It's really quirky...almost more like a thinnish salad dressing than an absinthe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PapaScout Report post Posted November 18, 2017 Too much tarragon to my palate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted December 25, 2017 Does anyone have any Recommendations for the next absinthe that I could try? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted December 25, 2017 Pacifique, Vilya Blanche or Verte, or anything by Jade. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted January 2, 2018 Which site should I uses to order them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PapaScout Report post Posted January 2, 2018 (edited) Did you like the Mansinthe? I either order from : https://www.absinthes.com/en/index.php http://http://www.absinthe-dealer.com/index.html Edited January 2, 2018 by PapaScout Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vlsd0041 Report post Posted January 3, 2018 Yes I did enjoy the Mansinthe. Thank you for the wesites. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites