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absinth
Eastern and Central European spelling of absinthe. In common usage in Czech Republic, Germany, Holland and parts of Switzerland.
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absinthe
Extrait d'Absinthe 1. A (usually) green distilled spirit of high alcohol content, with a main characteristic flavor derived from anise, wormwood and other botanicals.
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absinthe fountain
A water-dispensing fountain designed specifically for providing a slow, steady drip of iced water into a glass of absinthe or pastis.
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absinthism
The condition of alcoholism and its attendant symptoms when specifically derived from the abuse of absinthe. A fictitious syndrome created by the anti-absinthe and temperance movements in the 19th ce [..]
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absintheur
An artificial term. One who indulges in absinthe; and absinthe enthusiast.
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absinthiste
An artificial term. A victim of absinthism (i.e. alcoholism). An absinthe "addict". Used by the anti-absinthe and temperance movements in the 19th century.
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absynth(e)
1. An archaic misspelling of absinthe. 2. Artificial or synthetic absinthe, made from steeped herbs and forgoing the distillation process.
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alembic / alambic
A usually copper apparatus used for the distillation of liquids. A pot still. From the Arabic al ambiq, meaning “the still.”
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anethole
A compound present in the volatile oils of anise, dill, fennel and star anise, among others. Primarily responsible for the "licorice" flavor and the louche effect of absinthe.
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angelica
A botanical ingredient. Seeds and roots are used in the maceration of absinthe before distillation.
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