Explore the cradle of absinthe: Exquisite selection from France on absinthe.de
France, the land of art, culture and gastronomy, is also the historical home of absinthe. During the Belle Epoque, absinthe not only became a symbol of French savoir-vivre, but also shaped cultural life. During "l'heure verte", Parisian boulevards were transformed into meeting places for society, from artists to the common people, all united by their love for the green fairy.
From historical roots to modern diversity
The history of French absinthe is closely linked to legends such as Henri Louis Pernod, who founded the world's largest spirits company based on absinthe. This tradition of craftsmanship and innovation lives on in our carefully selected varieties. At absinthe.de you will find absinthes that are characterized by a rich anise note without masking the variety of flavors that make French absinthes so special.
High-quality distilleries and unmistakable taste experiences
We are proud to offer absinthes from renowned distilleries such as Combierand Lemercierwhose products capture the essence of Provence and give each absinthe a distinctive character. Whether you prefer the classic "La Verte" with its characteristic green color or the clear "La Blanche", our selection offers you the opportunity to discover the multifaceted world of French absinthe.
Enjoyment and tradition in everyone Drops
An absinthe from France is more than just a drink; it is an experience that captivates the senses and stimulates the imagination. Whether with a sugar cube or pure, experience the magical opalization that envelops the absinthe when diluted with ice-cold water. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of French absinthe and let yourself be inspired by the quality and richness of our selection on absinthe.de.
Content: 0.7 Liter (€62.79* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€61.36* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€88.50* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€99.93* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€99.93* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€64.21* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€99.93* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.2 Liter (€114.75* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.2 Liter (€124.75* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.03 Liter (€231.67* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.5 Liter (€63.90* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.2 Liter (€79.75* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.05 Liter (€139.00* / 1 Liter)
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Content: 0.7 Liter (€57.07* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€92.79* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.7 Liter (€85.64* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.03 Liter (€231.67* / 1 Liter)
Content: 0.5 Liter (€79.90* / 1 Liter)
French Absinthe: A Historical Journey Through the Heart of the Green Fairy
1805: The Birth of a Giant
The history of French absinthe begins in 1805, when Henri-Louis Pernod founded his distillery in Pontarlier and thus laid the foundation for one of the largest spirits companies. Originally in Couvet, Switzerland, Major Dubied, his son Marcelin and Henri-Louis Pernod produced 16 liters of absinthe every day since 1797, much of it for the French market.
1830: Absinthe goes to war
A turning point was in 1830, when France was fighting in Algeria and Pernod sold absinthe to the military to purify drinking water. This step established absinthe as one of the most popular spirits in Europe.
1870 - 1905: The boom in absinthe distilleries
By 1870, the number of absinthe distilleries in Pontarlier grew to between 6 and 10. Around 1905, at the height of the absinthe boom, there were 25 distilleries in this region alone. This upswing was also reflected in production: What once started with 16 liters per day quickly reached daily production figures of up to 20,000 liters.
1878: Expansion and innovation
Demand demand for absinthe led to the company's founder's grandchildren, Louis-Alfred and Fritz Pernod, building a new production facility near the Doubs River in 1878 to accommodate its growing popularity.
The 19th century. Century: Absinthe conquers France
Across France, from Paris to Marseille, Lyon and Dijon, as well as abroad, absinthe became the national drink. Exports to countries such as Belgium, Argentina and Spain attest to the drink's international popularity.
The early 1900s: ban and rebirth
The early 20th century saw the ban on absinthe in France , a direct result of excessive consumption and lobbying by the wine industry. But the fascination for absinthe lives on to this day, and at absinthe.de we celebrate the rich history and diversity of French absinthe.