What is an Absinthe?
Absinthe is an anise-flavored spirit derived from several plants, including the flowers and leaves of Artemisia absinthium, together with green anise, sweet fennel, and other medicinal and culinary herbs. Historically described as a highly alcoholic spirit, it is 45–74% ABV or 90–148 proof in the US.
Where Can I Buy Absinthe In South Africa?
Woodstock Liquors
Address: 175 Victoria Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 7:30 pm
Phone: +27 83 280 5303
Ultra Liquors – Goodwood
Address: No 1, Goodwood Mall, McDonald St, Goodwood, 7460, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6 pm
Phone: +27 21 591 5581
Bar Keeper Liquor Store – Cape Town
Address: 103 Strand St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 8 pm
Phone: +27 21 422 1024
Is absinthe legal in South Africa?
This led to Absinthe being referred to as the Green Fairy and it being banned widely in Europe during the early 1900’s. This beautiful green spirit is made from the flowers and leaves of Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), green anise, sweet fennel, and other culinary herbs. Fortunately, Absinthe is legal in South Africa.
Which is the best absinthe in South Africa?
Our Franschhoek Absinthe is a double award winner, having won the Gold Award from the SA Women’s Wine and Spirits competition as well as the Gold Merit Award.
How long does absinthe last?
Absinthe is very stable for its high alcohol levels and refined production method, so an opened bottle will not only keep for years in the right environment; it will continue to age and develop.