Lucid Absinthe Superieure

A fiery, 124-proof spirit with aromas of fresh lemongrass and sweet honeysuckle. Its velvety texture gives way to a crisp, mineral finish, defined by a classic infusion of Grande Wormwood and other traditional botanicals.

Awakening a legend once whispered about in the cafes of 19th-century Paris, Lucid Absinthe Superieure marks the historic return of genuine, Grande Wormwood-infused absinthe. For nearly a century, this enigmatic spirit was forbidden, but its revival was painstakingly realized by reverse-engineering pre-ban recipes and sourcing historic botanicals. The result is not a modern imitation, but an authentic recreation of the muse that inspired artists and writers of the Belle Époque. Distilled with uncompromising attention to historical accuracy, it balances its formidable 124-proof strength with an intricate bouquet of herbs and a surprisingly smooth character. This is a masterful tribute to the craft, offering a genuine taste of a spirit once thought lost to time.

Product Details

• ABV: 62%
• Proof: 124
• Age: Not specified
• Size: .75L

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh lemongrass, sweet honeysuckle, and herbaceous notes of green anise and fennel.
• Palate: A velvety, full-bodied entry with flavors of licorice root, mint, and a complex herbal spice from the Grande Wormwood.
• Finish: Crisp and clean with a distinct, chalky minerality that lingers with surprising smoothness.

Perfect For
Cocktails: The Traditional Absinthe Drip (Lucid Absinthe, sugar cube, iced water), Sazerac (Rye Whiskey, Peychaud's Bitters, simple syrup, Lucid Absinthe rinse), Death in the Afternoon (Lucid Absinthe topped with chilled Champagne)
Food Pairings: Oysters on the half shell, rich dark chocolate, pungent Roquefort cheese

Best Enjoyed
Prepared traditionally to achieve the perfect 'louche.' Place a sugar cube on a slotted absinthe spoon over a Pontarlier glass containing one ounce of the spirit. Slowly drip three to five ounces of iced water over the sugar until it dissolves completely, causing the absinthe to cloud into an opalescent white. The ideal aperitif for stimulating conversation and creativity.

Specs

• Production: Traditional maceration and distillation of Grande Wormwood, green anise, and sweet fennel.
• Aging: Unaged
• Source: Crafted with historic European botanicals

Available throughout North Carolina through Dorado Rock LLC, your premium NC spirit broker.