Ever had questions about the beverage referred to as "The Green Fairy"? The truth is absinthe has quite an exciting history, tied up in war, culture, and murder. So join us this week as we take a dive into absinthe.
For many people, the idea of Absinthe is probably only a distant memory still shrouded with myth. Banned in the US until 2007, this green beverage made from the ever popular garden plant wormwood has made a resurgence in more recent times. While wormwood might be quite unpleasant to drink completely on its own, it's long been known for its medical properties and was often mixed with alcohol or other substances in order to enhance the taste. So when France needed another beverage to step up it's alcohol game, Absinthe was there to fill the hole. Join us today as we take a dive into where exactly Absinthe originates, what brought it into high class fame, and where we stand with Absinthe today.
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