Staroplzenecky Absinthe

I've ordered two bottles and every drop has been savored. An excellent starter absinthe. I didn't think "mouthwash" per se, but definitely medicinal at first. Still, the flavors come out as you sit back and enjoy it. It's also great for people who've never had absinthe because of its comparably low thujone and alcohol contents and its good for people who're on a budget because it's significantly cheaper than most. I highly recommend it!"<br />

I do have to say above all else the shipping was just as they say. Fantastic. I odered things from inside the US at the same time and recieved my Absinthe first. Bravo.<br /> As for the Absinthe itself I chose Staroplzenecky mostly for the price, thinking it may be a good investment for the first time buyer. But wow was I wrong. The Bottle looks great, and will make a good keepsake, but it's nothing more then an expensive paperweight.<br /> The Green colour got my hopes up once I opened the package from AO. I was excited to try Absinthe for the first time. Opening the bottle I was surprised at the mouthwash aroma that arose, but still wasn't discouraged.<br /> (I love my Scope) I continued with the known ritual and had a fabulous blue flame over my spoon. Yes! I thought, this is going to be what I was waiting for....<br /> From there, well, I'm sorry to say was where it all went wrong. And it wasn't the anisette or black liquorish taste that offended my palette. It was the fact that above all else it tasted like rubbing alcohol. Or wood alcohol. Immediately I felt as though I had to scrape my tongue clean. And down a bottle of Jose just to get rid of it.<br /> Do I recommend this bottle? Absolutely not. But that isn't to say I'm not going to try a different bottle. I have another brand I'm thinking of trying next. I can only hope I'll have better luck."<br />

I agree with the previous review in terms of mouthwash, I'm not quite sure why this is but when you get into it you do appreciate the subtleties, not a bad absinth considering the relatively cheap price, definitely recommend it."<br />

Excellent shipping just as promised. Absolutely no problems shipping to the US. The product is great for beginners and even comes with a pamphlet that explains proper ritual. I am very pleased with this site and I will certainly be doing business with them again.<br /> Keep up the good and speedy service!"<br />

This absinthe tasted a little like mouthwash at first, but once you start drinking it you appreciate the flavors a lot more. About 2-3 onces was enough to give me a great affect."<br />