Butterfly Classic Absinthe Tasting Notes |
Appearance |
Clarity |
Light peridot |
Legs |
Slow, small and long |
Color |
Peridot, turning milky white when louched with a slight hint of light pastel green |
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Nose |
Condition |
Delicate citrus and spice |
Development |
Initially sweet and floral, further layers unveil themselves with earthy lemon and spice |
Character |
A sweet mix of the absinthe “trinity” (wormwood, anise, fennel) with the additional balance of spice and citrus |
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Palate |
Sweetness |
Up front and always present |
Body |
Very full-bodied |
Intensity |
Medium to bold |
Mouthfeel (louched) |
Full bodied, velvety |
Character |
A balance of sweetness and spice — Sweetness from anise and fennel is juxtaposed with a peppery and bright blend of crisp wormwood, mint and citrus |
Alcohol |
65% |
Finish |
Lingering spice and citrus |
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Conclusion |
Quality |
Unique and complex absinthe that is naturally sweet |
Origin |
Pre-prohibition style American absinthe crafted in Couvet, Val-de-Travers, Switzerland |
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