Comments on: Absinthe is Legal Again – 11 Things You Need to Know

By: dooflotchie

dooflotchie — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 03:58:06 +0000

Hmmm…I’ve always wanted to try absinthe and I might like it because I do like black licorice. (I’m currently munching my way through a package of Italian pizzelle cookies which were disappointing because they don’t have enough of an anise flavor to them!) So far the only thing I’ve read here that is a bit of a turn-off as far as absinthe goes is the PRICE! It’s a wee bit ouchy for something I’m trying for the first time. I’ll have to look for a smaller bottle, cheaper brand or something like that. Going to a bar is out, since my husband doesn’t drive. :-(

By: margoGo

margoGo — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:09:34 +0000

I’ve had Chartreuse (green) a few times and the only “special effect” is that it is like setting your throat on fire. It’s just a digestif, an herbal liquor that is supposed to settle your stomach after a big meal.

By: Laura

Laura — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 20:11:27 +0000

@ashley.. the article says that German scientists have recently discovered that there wasn’t really anything hallucinogenic in absinthe to begin with. Maybe that’s why it was made legal.

By: Megaroo

Megaroo — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 18:18:51 +0000

I lived in Prague and so, I did taste the drink at a bar in the main part of town. it was ok, nothing too speacial. when I knew the city more, I found a bar that specialized in the green shot and had a totally seperate experiance with the drink! It was smoother and warmer. the buzz was similar to mixing caffinated drinks with liquer. (vodka and red bull) I was super hyper, but drunk. clear headed, but totally buzzed. a good drink to start with if you have a LONG night ahead of you!

By: Natalia

Natalia — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:39:59 +0000

I remember a roommate ordering a bottle right when the internet and online ordering became popular. It tasted awful, but I hate licorice.

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 13:10:15 +0000

If you are looking to mix it it mixes well with pineapple juice.

By: ashley

ashley — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:01:14 +0000

Mmmm Lucid! So good, I actually love black licorice so I think the taste is great, not too much of a burn. Really nice drunk. Pretty strong too so nice and economical granted this stuff is crazy expensice. Definitely worth trying!

Oh and for all of you crazys expecting to see the green fairy, the only reason they legalized absinthe in the states is because they took out the stuff that makes you hallucinate.

By: camille

camille — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:34:19 +0000

Hey why don’t you taste really good absinths, flavored and refined? At our “Atelier” in Montmartre Paris, France we welcome you for tastings on appointments. You can taste different absinths and discover its secrets!

By: Akilah

Akilah — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:19:11 +0000

I tried Lucid on my anniversary this year. It tasted terrible but being just a shot, the taste, went away. I asked ahead of time what would happen and I was asked if I had to drive back to my hotel room. It was only in walking distance so I wasn’t worried. I wasn’t impressed at all. I had no hallucinations nor did it make me feel buzzed. It was a waste of $7.50 for a shot. But at least I tried it and know now. I suppose it affects people in different ways. Not worth the nasty taste and the price as far as I’m concerned.

By: Dawn

Dawn — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 23:33:04 +0000

Haven’t tried it, but absinthe is apparently widely available here in New Zealand too.