Absinthe Spoon

This popular and attractive absinthe spoon features the word "ABSINTHE" stamped on its grill. The large cut-out letters easily allow the sugar water to pass through the spoon and into the absinthe. This spoon is not a copy of an antique but rather a modern-day reproduction..

Instructions For Use: A traditional absinthe is prepared by pouring a dose of absinthe (usually an ounce) into an absinthe glass, then placing an absinthe spoon on top of the glass and a sugar cube atop the spoon. Ice water is slowly poured or dripped from an Absinthe Fountain or carafe onto the sugar. The water dissolves the sugar, and the cold, sugary mixture then falls from the spoon into the glass of absinthe, releasing oils and perfuming the air with fennel, grand wormwood, and anise. The combination also turns milky white as the water joins with the anise in the absinthe.

Once the sugar has dissolved from the spoon, the absinthe can be sampled, and the strength and sweetness can be adjusted by adding more water or sugar to taste. The mix ratio depends on one’s liking - usually 1-part absinthe to 3 to 5 parts water.

Specifications: Measures 7" (17.3 cm) in length. Stainless steel - will not tarnish
Care: Dishwasher safe.