noun a highly alcoholic anise-flavored spirit derived from botanicals including the flowers and leaves of Artemisia absinthium, commonly known as wormwood
Absinthe has a long and storied history, with connections to artists and writers in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Absinthe has been depicted in various works of art, such as paintings by famous artists like Pablo Picasso and Vincent van Gogh.
Absinthe is often used in cocktails, such as the classic Absinthe Frappe or the Corpse Reviver #2.
Absinthe is a key ingredient in traditional cocktails like the Sazerac and the Death in the Afternoon.
Absinthe has been romanticized in literature, with many famous writers such as Ernest Hemingway and Oscar Wilde being known to have consumed it while writing.
Absinthe has been studied for its potential psychoactive effects and its historical association with artists and writers. Psychologists may research the psychological impact of absinthe consumption.
Bartenders may serve absinthe in cocktails or traditional preparation methods, and they may need to be knowledgeable about the history and proper serving techniques of absinthe.
Historians may study the cultural significance of absinthe, including its prohibition and subsequent revival, as well as its impact on society and art movements.