Absinthe is legal to buy in many countries, and if you’re curious, and your body can handle a variety of flora and a high alcohol content, there’s only one brand to sample: Switzerland’s Butterfly, which is 130 proof and has an international reach.

Please note: Absinthe isn’t the best tasting drink – unless you enjoy the flavors of metal and licorice.

Still, one glass of Butterfly mixed with water and sugar equals a fantastic time with good conversation, lots of smiles, and a little mystery.

Like us, you may wonder if you’re feeling great because of the alcohol and the company you keep – or if there’s something more to this drink.

Also, please be aware that if you stop at one glass, a fuzzy-brained hangover is instantly noticeable. As a fellow drinking buddy said of his one glass: it was “fun,” but led to a “wtf moment for like 8 hours.”

So, is a fast hangover – with a moody and sentimental aftertaste — worth the experience? 

Yes, if you're between the age of 21 and 35... or you're on holiday.

Will we be going back for another glass of Butterfly soon?

No, we're over the age of 35 and not on holiday.

Will we have two glasses in a row?

Fine, pass a glass over here.

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Butterfly Absinthe invites you to visit their distillery in Couvet, Switzerland. Please contact them at butterflyabsinthe.com for more details.

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