La Fée Parisienne Absinthe Supérieure 68% Vol. 0.7 L

Discover the distinctive character of La Fée Parisienne Absinthe Supérieure 68% Vol. 0.7L, an authentic French green absinthe crafted with traditional botanicals, including grand wormwood, green anise, star anise and fennel. With its naturally green colour, intense herbal aromas and complex anise-forward flavour, La Fée Parisienne brings the heritage of classic French absinthe to modern cocktail making.

Produced in France using natural ingredients and traditional distillation techniques, La Fée Parisienne was developed in collaboration with Marie-Claude Delahaye, founder and curator of the French Absinthe Museum. Its carefully balanced botanical profile captures the characteristic combination of wormwood, anise, aromatic herbs and warming spices associated with historic French absinthe.

For Drinkero, La Fée Parisienne is an excellent choice for classic cocktails such as the Sazerac and Corpse Reviver No. 2, where even a small amount of absinthe adds distinctive herbal complexity and anise aroma.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Brilliant natural green with vibrant herbal reflections. When diluted with cold water, the spirit develops a characteristic cloudy, opalescent appearance.

Aroma: Expressive green anise, fennel and wormwood, complemented by coriander, mint and aromatic herbs.

Palate: Intense and complex, combining sweet anise and liquorice-like notes with herbal bitterness, warm spices, coriander and subtle mint.

Finish: Long, aromatic and warming, with lingering anise, herbs, gentle spice and delicate vanilla-like notes.

The Revival of Traditional French Absinthe

La Fée Parisienne was introduced in 2000 as part of the revival of traditional French absinthe following its long period of prohibition.

The spirit was developed in collaboration with Marie-Claude Delahaye, a recognised absinthe historian and founder of the French Absinthe Museum in Auvers-sur-Oise.

Inspired by historic French absinthe-making traditions, La Fée Parisienne combines carefully selected botanicals with traditional distillation and blending techniques.

Its character reflects the classic absinthe verte style, celebrated for its natural green colour and pronounced balance of wormwood, anise and aromatic herbs.

La Fée Parisienne is produced in France and has become a recognised expression of the modern absinthe revival, offering a traditional botanical profile suitable for both classic absinthe service and cocktail preparation.

Crafted with Traditional Botanicals

The distinctive flavour of La Fée Parisienne comes from a carefully balanced selection of natural herbs and spices.

Three members of the Artemisia family form the heart of the recipe: grand wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), petite wormwood (Artemisia pontica) and genepi.

These are complemented by traditional absinthe botanicals including green anise, star anise, fennel, hyssop and coriander.

The botanicals are distilled separately before their aromatic extracts are carefully blended, allowing the individual flavours to contribute to the finished spirit.

Its characteristic green colour is derived naturally from herbal maceration rather than artificial green colouring.

The result is a complex and expressive absinthe combining the sweetness of anise with aromatic herbs and the distinctive bitterness of wormwood.

What Makes French Verte Absinthe Different?

Traditional French verte absinthe is a high-strength botanical spirit characterised by wormwood, anise and fennel.

Unlike anise-flavoured spirits such as pastis or sambuca, traditional absinthe incorporates grand wormwood and a broader selection of aromatic botanicals, producing a distinctive herbal complexity.

At 68% alcohol by volume, La Fée Parisienne has the intensity associated with traditional French absinthe and is normally diluted with cold water when enjoyed on its own.

When water is added, the spirit develops a cloudy appearance known as the louche. This occurs as aromatic essential oils become less soluble in the diluted liquid.

In cocktails, La Fée Parisienne is usually measured in small quantities. A rinse or a few dashes can introduce noticeable anise and herbal aromas without overwhelming the other ingredients.

Perfect for Cocktails

La Fée Parisienne is particularly suitable for classic cocktails that require the distinctive aromatic character of traditional absinthe.

Sazerac: Use a small amount of La Fée Parisienne to rinse a chilled rocks glass before adding a mixture of rye whiskey or Cognac, sugar and Peychaud's Bitters. The absinthe contributes the characteristic anise aroma that defines this New Orleans classic.

Corpse Reviver No. 2: Combine gin, orange liqueur, aromatised wine and fresh lemon juice with a small amount of absinthe. La Fée Parisienne adds a delicate herbal and anise note that enhances the cocktail's citrus complexity.

Death in the Afternoon: Combine a measured quantity of absinthe with chilled Champagne for a striking sparkling cocktail traditionally associated with Ernest Hemingway. The absinthe creates a distinctive cloudy appearance as it mixes with the wine.

Absinthe Frappé: Combine absinthe with chilled water, a suitable sweetener and crushed ice for a refreshing classic that showcases the spirit's botanical flavours.

Improved Whiskey Cocktail: Add a small amount of absinthe to whiskey, bitters, sugar and maraschino liqueur for a richer and more aromatic variation of a classic whiskey cocktail.

Remember the Maine: Combine rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, cherry liqueur and a small amount of absinthe for a complex spirit-forward cocktail with a distinctive herbal finish.

Traditional Absinthe Serving

La Fée Parisienne can be served in the traditional French style by slowly diluting the spirit with ice-cold water.

Pour approximately 25 ml absinthe into a suitable glass and gradually add four to six parts chilled water according to preference.

The gradual dilution releases the spirit's botanical aromas and creates the characteristic cloudy appearance known as the louche.

A small amount of sugar may be used according to personal preference, although it is not essential.

Because La Fée Parisienne contains 68% alcohol by volume, it is a high-strength spirit and should be measured carefully. For cocktail recipes, follow the specified quantities rather than substituting it freely for lower-strength liqueurs.

Product Details

• Brand: La Fée
• Product: Parisienne Absinthe Supérieure
• Country of origin: France
• Spirit type: Traditional Verte Absinthe
• Style: French Green Absinthe
• Key botanicals: Grand wormwood, petite wormwood, genepi, green anise, star anise, fennel, hyssop and coriander
• Colour: Naturally green
• Flavour profile: Anise, fennel, wormwood, mint, coriander and aromatic spices
• Alcohol content: 68% Vol.
• Bottle size: 0.7L (700 ml)
• EAN: 5033566034009
• Recommended use: Sazerac, Corpse Reviver No. 2, Death in the Afternoon, Absinthe Frappé and traditional absinthe service

Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry and dark place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Protecting the bottle from prolonged sunlight helps preserve the spirit's natural green colour.

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