This is just one of the most strangest and amazing drinks I have ever consumed. I have tasted a few which have made my face resemble someone that is suffering a severe case of palsy. But there are a few out there that are just the taste of perfection.

Absinthe originated from France in the late 1800's. But because of incidents resulting in death (either from murder, or excessive drinking) the drink was banned through out France, and still to this day Absinthe remains illegal in many countries.

The Checq Republic are one of the major produces today, but Germany and Spain also make it.

Absinthe is extremely high in alcohol, normally between the 60 to 70%.

The key to Absinthe is the herb Wormwood. Though there are some Absinthes out there that do not use it and replace it with ethanol.