Monday, February 9, 2009

Traditional Absinthe Drip

This is also known as a Louche, meaning "blind in one eye".
- 1.5 oz Absinthe
- 1 oz Water
- 1 Sugar Cube
- Lighter or matches
- One Absinte Spoon (a fork will work just as well)

1. Lay the Absinthe spoon (or fork) across the glass and rest the sugar cube atop.
2. Pour Absinthe over the sugar cube and into the glass.
3. Now light the sugar cube on fire and let burn for at least 30 seconds.
4. Drop the sugar cube into the glass and add the water to extinguish flame
5. Stir and enjoy.

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