What Is Absinthe Made Of? The Green Fairy's Herbal Origins
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According to ancient sources like the Ebers Papyrus from 1550 BC, wormwood has been used medicinally for millennia, forming the historical precursor to the modern spirit. The complex, anise-flavored absinthe we know today relies on a specific distillation process involving a unique blend of botanicals steeped in a base alcohol to create its distinct profile and character.
