Produced since 1915, Absente 55 is an absinthe based product created using the classic wormwood plant, thujone & a blend of aniseed essences including green anise, star anise essence, & grande absinthe. Absente 55 is infused with mint & lemon balm, cane sugar, & water giving a subtle aroma of absinthe blended with anise, mint & spices. All these ingredients are distilled together to give a traditional, fresh & spicy taste packed with flavour. Best enjoyed using the traditional method of drinking with sugar & water. Absente 55 has been produced in Provence, France by Les Distilleries et Domaines de Provence, founded in 1898. Distilleries et Domaines de Provence have been making aperitifs & liqueurs for over a hundred years & are known for their ability of maintaining the thousand year tradition of harvesting herbs for their active ingredients & aromas & preserving them through their products.