Apsinthion De Luxe is a Polish absinthe with an ABV of 55%, produced by Toorank Polska. It is created from a composition of herbs and spices – produced from a composition of herbs and spices, including wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), anise (Anisi fructus), coriander (Coriandri fructus) and fennel (Foeniculum vulgare).
The character of the spirit is determined by a recipe based on carefully selected proportions of ingredients. The right proportions of the individual components, the highest quality Polish spirit, crystal-clear water and the green colour characteristic of absinthe underline the uniqueness of this drink. Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is the herb that defines the absinthe category and the source of its distinct bitterness, while anise and fennel build the characteristic aniseed core of the profile.
In the glass it presents itself as a spirit of intense colour: green, aquamarine, turning into a cloudy, milky green once diluted. This is the result of the louche effect – upon the addition of water the essential oils precipitate out of the solution, giving the drink a milky opalescence. The aroma is led by anise, liquorice and confectionery notes.
On the palate it is a spicy spirit, very liquorice-driven, low in sweetness, with a medium finish. Absinthe is traditionally served diluted with cold water dripped over a sugar cube placed on a perforated spoon – the set included with the bottle contains a dedicated 0.5 l glass. The bottle contains 0.5 l at 55% ABV.