Absinthe Uncorked: The 'Green Fairy' Was Boozy -- But Not Psychedelic
Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - 15:14
in Paleontology & Archaeology
A new study may end the century-old controversy over what ingredient in absinthe caused the exotic green aperitif's supposed mind-altering effects and toxic side-effects when consumed to excess. The report is the most comprehensive analysis of authentic 19th century absinthe to date.