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To those who are not familiar with her, Absinthe (Also known as the Green Fairy) is a distilled, highly alcoholic (usually 68-80%) anise-flavored spirit derived from herbs including the flowers and leaves of the medicinal plant Artemisia absinthium, also called grand wormwood. Although it is often mistaken as a liqueur, absinthe is not bottled with added sugar and is therefore classified as a spirit. Absinthe originated in Switzerland, however is better know at its peak of popularity in the late 19th century France. Artists and writers in the era immortalized the green fairy in literature and works of art. Absinthe was said to be dangerously addictive and acts like a psychoactive drug causing hallucinations to those who enjoy it regularly. The Green Fairy makes it comeback to the United States after being banned for almost a hundred years. Scientifically speaking, it is not proven that Absinthe is any more dangerous than regular alcohol - though stories of mystique keep the green fairy an adventure that people crave to experience. Are you ready to chase the Green Fairy? Here is a guide to the mystical world of Absinthe. How does it taste? How is it prepared? Lucid™ Absinthe The question on everyone’s mind is does ABSINTHE really cause hallucinations? We’re getting varied reports - the good news is it is now legal so you can find out for yourself. for more info visit
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