samhussey 0 #26 September 14, 2004 That reminded me of this goth cartoon for some reason... http://www.strindbergandhelium.com/absinthe.html Odd, as Absinthe usually screws my memory up so bad I don't even know who I am... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #27 September 14, 2004 QuoteGet the real thing, drink it the way it is supposed to be served... Definately. The real stuff is excellent and my favourite tipple. If anyone's ever in Bristol (UK) I'll treat you to a night out in Ether - a bar that specialises in absinthe... many many wonderful nights out vaguly remembered there... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #28 September 14, 2004 QuoteI wanna say like checlazavokia*** It is misspelled. And more importantly, the country does not exist anymore! But the Czech Republic has some good Absinthe. Although I tend to like one of the Bulgarian brands better... Nick hey frenchy, ever tried the swiss stuff ??? no, not the one which now is legal, some of the homemade ones... scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajundude 0 #29 September 14, 2004 QuoteCheers, people So, was it the real deal? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #30 September 14, 2004 Hmm, you just reminded me that we have a bottle of Absinthe in the freezer (brought to us from France)... but I have been afraid to try it... Not sure if I'm afraid it will make me sick, or if I'm afraid that I'll like it too much. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricaH 0 #31 September 14, 2004 That is exactuly my fear!! Plus I'm afraid the package will be traced & I'll be arrested for purchasing an illegal substance. Anyone know bout that? I think it'd be a great addition to the bonfire. There is no can't. Only lack of knowledge or fear. Only you can fix your fear. PMS #227 (just like the TV show) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos340 1 #32 September 14, 2004 I bought Several Bottles Last year and had no problems. I bought from www.spritscorner.com and it took about a week to get it. No Problems getting it shipped to the US. The Deva was my favorite. I also bought some from Sebor that was pretty good. All were distilled with Worm Wood and had good Thujone Levels. I still have a couple bottles left I may bring to a Boogie sometime for those who want to try it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #33 September 14, 2004 hey frenchy, ever tried the swiss stuff ??? no, not the one which now is legal, some of the homemade ones...*** NOW YOU'RE TALKING! No, I have never tried it, but since it comes from there, I'd give a limb to try it... Got any leads? I'll be Europe next month. "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #34 September 14, 2004 just say in advance when you'll be visiting our DZ... We can get some prepared... scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #35 September 14, 2004 I wonder....if I drink some Abs, and then look at some boobies....will they "talk" to me? __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #36 September 14, 2004 I wonder....if I drink some Abs, and then look at some boobies....will they "talk" to me?*** Yep. All 4 of them. "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unformed 0 #37 September 14, 2004 QuotePlus I'm afraid the package will be traced & I'll be arrested for purchasing an illegal substance. Anyone know bout that? Funny thing about the legality. The reason it's illegal is because of the thujone content (wormwood) in it. Thujone is considered a poison and is not allowed over a certain amount in food. Absinthe falls under FDA jurisdiction (not DEA) and it is simply illegal to sell in the US. Importing it or possessing it, is ok. The one I bought was delivered by Air Express from France (to Florida). No problems whatsoever. Actually, not that you guys reminded me of it, I think I'll order another bottle.This ad space for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricaH 0 #38 September 14, 2004 QuoteAbsinthe falls under FDA jurisdiction (not DEA) and it is simply illegal to sell in the US. Importing it or possessing it, is ok. Awsome!!! That's what I was waiting to hear. Oh, anyone know if it shows up on a drug test & could be construed as not acceptable? I'm looking for a job & don't want that issue. There is no can't. Only lack of knowledge or fear. Only you can fix your fear. PMS #227 (just like the TV show) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cvfd1399 0 #39 September 14, 2004 I just ordered a bottle a spoon and some sugar cubes. Should be here in 5 days according to the delivery chart 49 euro to deliver. Almost as much as the abst. Never had any of the stuff. Although there is supposed to be a bar in New Orleans that specializes in it. Should be a experience for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unformed 0 #40 September 14, 2004 Nah, doesn't show up for a drug test. It's not even illegal (to buy). Well, I just spent the last two hours or so at work looking up different absinthes, reading reviews, and what not.... and the final result is: the best commercial absinthes you can buy right now are from Liquers de France (True Swiss le Blueues are better BUT unavailable for all I know) The ones that were recommended were: Either of the two Jade liquors Un Emile 68 Sapin This ad space for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #41 September 14, 2004 So is it really that much different than drinking other types of liquor? And does it make your tummy hurt? (That's what I'm afraid of... 'cause it smells pretty gross.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #42 September 14, 2004 And does it make your tummy hurt? (That's what I'm afraid of... 'cause it smells pretty gross.) *** Never had any problems. Hell, never had any hangover from it either! But it does smell like shit, and tastes like shit too if you don't add water and sugar... "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JankyBob 0 #43 September 14, 2004 I've brought Absinthe back from Europe the past couple of years so we can have it on the "Wheel of Carnage" at the NorCal Freefly Festival. It makes for a quite a fun party when you got a bunch of people running around all high on Absinthe. We took a straight shot last year after Natonals and it took us about 15 minutes to figure out if we were going to puke! Good stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #44 September 14, 2004 We took a straight shot last year after Natonals and it took us about 15 minutes to figure out if we were going to puke! *** Dude, absinthe can be up to 180 proof! If you drink it straight, you might as well sip gasoline... Pretty lethal. "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricaH 0 #45 September 14, 2004 QuoteNah, doesn't show up for a drug test. It's not even illegal (to buy). Rock on - thank you so much for the reassurance!! QuoteWell, I just spent the last two hours or so at work looking up different absinthes, reading reviews, and what not.... wow!! Sounds bout as bad as polish Spirituse - which is 180proof - but it's just regular strong alcohol. This stuff sounds fun! There is no can't. Only lack of knowledge or fear. Only you can fix your fear. PMS #227 (just like the TV show) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mt_skydiver 0 #46 September 14, 2004 QuoteWe took a straight shot last year after Natonals and it took us about 15 minutes to figure out if we were going to puke! Oh do I know what you mean. We tried the sugar and stuff and finally got tired of doin that so a friend and I finished off a bottle drinking it straight. It tasted exactly like black licorice and smelled rank, so needless to say I had to chase that nasty stuff down with water half the time. Still got me pretty f'ed up! You'll never find me Jew gold! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davedlg 0 #47 September 14, 2004 It can taste pretty bad straight. *My friend after taking a shot of absinthe runs off toward the river.* ME: "Hey, where are you going??" HIM: "To drown myself!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #48 September 14, 2004 Hmm, well as much as I'd like to experience the effects of it, you guys aren't making it sound too appealing taste-wise... I doubt I could even stomach enough of it to feel anything. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #49 September 14, 2004 I doubt I could even stomach enough of it to feel anything. *** It tastes very much like pastis. Incidentally, Pernod and Ricard, the 2 biggest Pastis brands, started as Absinthe distillers (and reconverted into pastis when absinthe was banned in France). "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #50 September 14, 2004 Maybe I will try a glass later tonight, with a sugar cube or two. That bottle has been in the freezer for two or three months now. I had forgotten about it, but now you've got me interested... And tomorrow I'll be posting stupid poetry on here... about green fairies and stuff. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
