Here’s a timeline of absinthe’s tumultuous journey from medical invention to banned booze (and back again): The first recorded use of wormwood in medicine dates back to 1552 B.C., and absinthe itself was initially used to treat illness - but its potential didn’t go unnoticed for long. Long before it gained popularity as the star ingredient in absinthe, wormwood was used medicinally. Instead, it should have a slightly bitter, dry, and astringent flavor that’s both complex and subtle. Many would agree with this comparison - but the Wormwood Society argues that quality absinthe should never taste like licorice candy. In his short story “Hills Like White Elephants,” Ernest Hemingway likened absinthe’s flavor to licorice. What Does Absinthe Taste Like?Ībsinthe is a strong alcoholic beverage, and it has a strong taste to match. Finally, the distillate is diluted with water to make the absinthe drinkable. At this point, more wormwood and herbs are added to the clear, colorless distillate to give it that characteristic green color. After mashing the wormwood and herbs together, the mixture is distilled in a water or steam bath until the distillate reaches an alcohol volume of 60% to 80%. Traditionally, absinthe is distilled from dried herbs and wormwood. ![]() Due to its high alcohol content, absinthe is best diluted with water before drinking. By comparison, common liquors like vodka and whiskey generally contain 40% alcohol. Now, inquiring minds must know: Is absinthe really any different from other hard liquors? What Is Absinthe?Ībsinthe is an herb-infused alcohol derived from fennel, anise, and the leaves and flowers of a small shrub called wormwood (otherwise known as Artemisia absinthium).Ībsinthe is typically between 90 proof and 148 proof, but it's possible to find 179 proof absinthe - this proof means that it contains a formidable 89% alcohol. It’s been blamed for everything from psychosis and seizures to dangerous behavior and murders among those who dare to drink it, and over the years, this lore has shrouded absinthe in mystery. Whimsically dubbed the “green fairy” due to its verdant hue, absinthe has long been associated with hallucinogenic effects. The only discount we’ve seen is through a link we provide at, where you can get them for $80.83.Absinthe is no ordinary alcohol - at least, that’s what legend would have you believe. The intimacy of the venue allows you to go with the lowest option, but at $93.30, that’s still pricey. The primary downside to Absinthe is the high price of the tickets. Be forewarned that the tent has no restroom you have to leave and walk to the other side of the outside biergarten to get to one. And Angel Porrino (Holly Madison’s understudy in PeepShow and co-star in “Holly’s World”) has recently been added to the cast, spicing things up that much more.ĭrinks are sold near the entrance: Kronenbourg is $7, mixed drinks are $12, Chimay pitchers are $50, or you can get a bottle of Dom for $400. The commentary from both is extremely racy, but completely appropriate for this type of show. The Gazillionaire is good, as is his sidekick Penny. Given that last fact, you get the distinct feeling that the front rows at this show might comprise the most dangerous seats this side of the Spiderman stage show.Īs good as the variety acts are, the burlesque and comedy interludes make the whole thing even better. ![]() Lots of aerial acrobatics are supported by all manner of pulley and lever and swivel, but no nets. And then come “the skaters,” who elicited one of the most rousing spontaneous standing ovations we’ve ever seen. It starts strong and gets better, with each act topping the one before it. This is the best collection of variety acts in one show that we’ve ever seen, including the best of Cirque du Soleil. But something special is going on here: some absolutely amazing talent in action. The show is conducted in a tent where a raunchy MC called the Gazillionaire introduces a succession of acts. Is it cabaret? Variety? Burlesque? Actually, it’s a bit of all of them and they come together to create one of the best Las Vegas productions we’ve seen in years.Ībsinthe is promoted as something of a hedonistic circus and that turns out to be a pretty good description. Maybe it’s because we had no idea what to expect going in. It’s not often that a new show really surprises us, but this one did. (This show was reviewed in the May 2011 LVA some of the information contained in the review may no longer be accurate.)
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