Barrel-Aged Absinthe: The Timeless Spirit with a Modern Twist
Barrel Aged Absinthe has arrived! After 20 years of playing with the green fairy, I genuinely believe that Absinthe makes the heart grow fonder. This is why I am over the moon to introduce you to the newest evolution in my line of Absinthe – the barrel aged Absinthe! Absinthe has always had a […]
What Makes Absinthe Green?
What Makes Absinthe Green? Is there another spirit that has as much folklore surrounding it as absinthe? Or another spirit that has a fairy mascot? Absinthe history is often misunderstood thanks to propaganda and rumors. That’s why I’m focusing on distilling some of the stories surrounding this beautiful green fairy spirit and delivering facts about […]
How to Use Absinthe in Cocktails
Ah, the alluring power of la fée verte! That’s French for the Green Fairy – which is synonymous with absinthe. The Green Fairy really adds extra sparkle when mixed as a cocktail with other liquors like Gin, Champagne, Whiskey, and Tequila. Absinthe is a complex spirit that brings a different sense of magic to cocktails. […]
The Sloe Down Santa Absinthe Cocktail Recipe
All of the presents for Hanukkah or Christmas have been found. Now its time to slow down, unwind, and enjoy a festive cocktail with your evening. The Sloe-Down-Santa absinthe cocktail is also the perfect substitute for mimosas at brunch. Or serve this refreshing cocktail at a holiday get-together. Bar tools needed: The Sloe-Down-Santa […]
The Sloe Down Santa Cocktail Recipe
All of the presents for Hanukkah or Christmas have been found. Now its time to slow down, unwind, and enjoy a festive cocktail with your evening. The Sloe-Down-Santa absinthe cocktail is also the perfect substitute for mimosas at brunch. Or serve this refreshing cocktail at a holiday get-together. Bar tools needed The Sloe-Down-Santa cocktail requires […]
What Makes Absinthe Louche?
Last week I explained why absinthe is green. This week I want to inform you about what makes absinthe louche. What makes absinthe louche effect? The louche effect is a large part of absinthes history and the rituals behind drinking absinthe, including the absinthe fountain. The louche effect occurs when water is added to the […]
My Day at the Emmys
A Day full of Celebrities & Gifting at the Emmy Awards You have probably heard about the free swag celebrities get around award time, right? Last week, my products were one of those gifted items when I attended an Emmy Awards Gifting Suite! I was invited to share my absinthe and small batch […]
The Ideal Ingredients for a Toulouse-Lautrec Cocktail
The Ideal Ingredients for a Toulouse-Lautrec Cocktail Painting of me by Thomasina DeMaio A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of participating in the Palette Gallery Absinthe event. You can read about that starry night in this blog post. Today Im sharing the delicious drink I served at the event named after […]
Absinthia Vermut has a Head for Business and a Taste for Absinthe
“Absinthia Vermut has a head for business and a taste for absinthe.” This is me happily talking about my absinthe at an event. Photo by Chuck Revell I had a wonderful time interviewing with journalist Ben Ari for Thrive Globals series about Why We Need More Women Founders Ben asked great questions and made the […]
Corpse Reviver no. 2 | The Ultimate Halloween Cocktail
The Spirit of a Corpse Reviver no. 2 for the Ultimate Halloween Cocktail In the spirit of Halloween and waking things from the dead, our recipe this week is the invigorating Corpse Reviver no. 2. A drink that is cold, tart, and stimulating. The ultimate cocktail to revive your senses. Harry Craddock, […]
