Perhaps this is the most mysterious and controversial drink. Legends circulated about him; he occupied a place of honor among numerous drinks. Bohemia and representatives of the working class appreciated this drink for its unusual taste and extraordinary energy - we are talking about absinthe, a drink with a rich history.
A bit of history
This drink has a strong reputation for unusual alcohol. It is believed that absinthe can cause a waking dream. It is probably for this reason that the drink got its name - absinthe "Dreams" (translated from English means dreams). It is produced by the Czech company L'or special drinks, preserving the oldest traditions and using modern technology.
For the first time, the production of absinthe was founded in Ancient Rome. Then this drink had an incredible strength (from 70 to 95 degrees). With its help, many diseases were treated, and legends circulated about its extraordinary properties. The main component of absinthe then and now is wormwood - it is this plant that determines the special properties of an alcoholic drink. In addition to the bitter grass, the composition of the drink includes an incredible amount of plant components, each of which creates a unique touch.
Czech company L'or special drinks
Absinthe Dreams is the brainchild of a Czech company that for many years now produces one of the best alcoholic beverages with a high alcohol content. The latter feature is due to one fact - a high percentage of alcohol is directly related to the volatility of essential oils. Parsley, anise, chamomile and lemon balm, which are part of the Absorption Dreams, complement each other and enhance their healing properties.
Many creative people loved absinthe. Among them: Pablo Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, Edgar Degas and even Eduard Monet especially appreciated the products of the Czech company. And this is not surprising - because it is absinthe Dreams that differs in its natural composition and unusual, incomparable taste.
Production technology
A strong alcoholic beverage is made using slightly advanced technology. Basis - the oldest French recipe, carefully guarded by the owners of the company. The main principle of making an exquisite drink is based on maceration technology (special filtering of herbal infusion). The strength of absinthe is 70 degrees. The drink has a characteristic anise-spicy aroma with pronounced honey notes. The bitter taste is harmoniously softened by the sweetness of licorice.
Tourists in the Czech Republic are strongly advised to visit the “Absinteria” - this is a bar-museum located on Zhilskaya street. Only here you can find out the bitter truth of wormwood tincture, as well as taste exquisite drinks, including absinthe "Dreams". The price of the drink ranges from 2000 rubles per bottle of 0.7 liter.
Absinthe absinthe strife
This is only at first glance a strong alcoholic emerald-colored drink seems universal. In fact, absinthe, like cognac, has an incredible flavor and aroma. So, experts say that Absinthe Dreams is suitable for almost every case. This drink will be appropriate in the company of old friends. There will be a place for him at a corporate party or in the circle of true connoisseurs.
Gourmets with great pleasure use absinthe as the main ingredient for making cocktails. But this drink is good in itself - Dreams is drunk with sugar and chilled water. The low content of thujone (about 10 ml per 1 liter) ensures that a person goes on a trip according to his dreams, and not meet with heavy hallucinations.
Follow the dreams
Absinthe 70 Dreams is beautiful in its purest form, with a slice of lime, an ice cube and a slice of sugar. A balanced aroma and a pleasant aftertaste - what else is needed for a strong drink. A special mystery to absinthe is given by its unreal emerald color, which shimmers with all shades of green.
Unlike the Spanish Xenta, the Czech version of the exclusive drink is less pronounced in bitterness and astringency. For this reason, Dreams can be consumed in its pure form, slightly diluted with sugar syrup.
An interesting fact is that at the beginning of the 20th century absinthe was persecuted. No joke, this drink was considered a narcotic substance that provokes hallucinations and is addictive. However, time passed, and they began to relate to the strong emerald-colored drink more loyally. As a result, now everyone can learn the wondrous taste of this drink and spend an evening with it.
The tincture has several names: “green witch”, “Green fairy”, “devilish potion”. This is enough to make sure the mystery and uniqueness of this drink.
How to drink absinthe?
Bitter tincture - absinthe "Dreams" (0.5 L) - can be used in its pure form. The main thing is to cool the drink to a temperature of +16 degrees. For the first acquaintance with absinthe, it is better to use the cocktail method - a special ritual has been created specifically for these purposes, which only emphasizes the value of the devilish drink.
A half-dose of absinthe is poured into a thick-walled glass. Refined sugar is placed on a special spoon and the remaining amount of the drink is passed through it with a thin stream. After sugar is set on fire - syrup will flow directly from it into a glass with absinthe. It remains only to add crushed ice.
Some people prefer to drink in the same way as Sambuca is drunk. It will turn out a "green fairy" with couples. True connoisseurs of absinthe recommend mixing sugar and cinnamon, and roll an orange slice in the resulting mixture, through which the drink will be poured.
Many people prefer to use absinthe as the main ingredient, diluting alcohol with juices and other drinks. In any case, it is worth trying pure absinthe to personally see the value of this drink.