- 1 ½ parts of Pernod Absinthe
- 6 parts of iced still water
- 1 sugar cube
The classic French Absinthe ritual. Measure Pernod Absinthe into a glass. Place the sugar cube on a perforated absinthe spoon that lies across the top of the glass. Slowly drip ice cold water onto the sugar so that it gradually dissolves into the Absinthe below.
Purists will use an absinthe fountain which allows the water to be added drop by drop so they can admire the opalescent transformation of the absinthe.
The Green Fairy returns
As more and more people seek to experience Pernod Absinthe as it was originally enjoyed during La Belle Epoque period, the tradition of The Green Hour, or L'Heure Verte
The Green Beast
Build the ingredients listed in order; add ice cubes. Garnish with thin slices of cucumber.
PERNOD ABSINTHE, A CULTURE
Absinthe had established itself as the pre-dinner drink by the mid-19th century, with 'The Green Hour' known by all as the early evening moment to enjoy the drink.
PERNOD ABSINTHE & ART
Based on a painting by artist Charles Maire (1845-1919), for many years this art poster hung in nearly every bar and café in Paris during La Belle Epoque.
