| Buy absinthe in Canada. Authentic, handcrafted, naturally coloured, traditional absinthe delivered anywhere in Canada or the USA. We deliver to ANY Canadian or US destination. We unconditionally guarantee every absinthe delivery. |
Our mission at Absinthe Classics Canada is very simple: to deliver fine handcrafted
absinthes, full strength and traditionally made, to discerning customers in Canada and in
the US.
You won't find overblown claims about thujone here, nor fanciful stories of elixirs based on
great-granddad's secret recipe, nor misinformation on travesties like the so-called "fire
ritual". We believe absinthe doesn't need this kind of hype: properly made, it's a delicious
and refreshing drink with an extraordinary and romantic history - reason enough to
appreciate its modern renaissance.
We are able to deliver to all Canadian provinces and to the continental USA, and we
guarantee the safe arrival of each and every order, no matter what.
absinthes, full strength and traditionally made, to discerning customers in Canada and in
the US.
You won't find overblown claims about thujone here, nor fanciful stories of elixirs based on
great-granddad's secret recipe, nor misinformation on travesties like the so-called "fire
ritual". We believe absinthe doesn't need this kind of hype: properly made, it's a delicious
and refreshing drink with an extraordinary and romantic history - reason enough to
appreciate its modern renaissance.
We are able to deliver to all Canadian provinces and to the continental USA, and we
guarantee the safe arrival of each and every order, no matter what.
| Who are we? |
Absinthe Classics Canada is part of Oxygenee Ltd, a highly focused UK company that also operates Fee Verte, the oldest, biggest and
busiest Absinthe Forum and Buyers Guide on the internet, The Virtual Absinthe Museum, the centre for research into the history,
literature and lore of absinthe, Absinthe Originals which sells authentic vintage absinthe acoutrements, Absinthe Spoon for high
quality replicas, Absinthe Posters which offers fine-art prints of the most famous absinthe images and Finest & Rarest which deals
in rare and ancient spirits, some dating back as far as the late 18th century. With ten years of experience, Oxygenee is the most
respected and the most trusted name in absinthe today.
busiest Absinthe Forum and Buyers Guide on the internet, The Virtual Absinthe Museum, the centre for research into the history,
literature and lore of absinthe, Absinthe Originals which sells authentic vintage absinthe acoutrements, Absinthe Spoon for high
quality replicas, Absinthe Posters which offers fine-art prints of the most famous absinthe images and Finest & Rarest which deals
in rare and ancient spirits, some dating back as far as the late 18th century. With ten years of experience, Oxygenee is the most
respected and the most trusted name in absinthe today.
| What absinthe do we sell? |
Our premier product is the handcrafted, Absinthe Taboo, made by master stillman Frank Deiter in British
Columbia. Absinthe Taboo is traditionally distilled from whole herbs (including grande absinthe or Artemisia
absinthium) and the finest fruit-based alcohol. It's full strength, naturally coloured, and contains no additives
or artificial ingredients whatsoever. In collaboration with Frank, we hope to broaden our range by introducing
further innovative absinthes for the Canadian market in the coming months.
Columbia. Absinthe Taboo is traditionally distilled from whole herbs (including grande absinthe or Artemisia
absinthium) and the finest fruit-based alcohol. It's full strength, naturally coloured, and contains no additives
or artificial ingredients whatsoever. In collaboration with Frank, we hope to broaden our range by introducing
further innovative absinthes for the Canadian market in the coming months.
| Am I guaranteed safe delivery? |
Yes. We unconditionally guarantee the safe arrival of all parcels to Canada and the United States.
You'll generally receive your absinthe within 4 working days of ordering it - in some cases even quicker.
Delivery is to your doorstep - in normal circumstances we take care of all customs formalities. In the very
unlikely event that a bottle gets stopped, lost or broken in transit, we replace it immediately.
You must be over the age of 18, AND over the legal drinking age in your local jurisdiction to order
from Absinthe Classics.
You'll generally receive your absinthe within 4 working days of ordering it - in some cases even quicker.
Delivery is to your doorstep - in normal circumstances we take care of all customs formalities. In the very
unlikely event that a bottle gets stopped, lost or broken in transit, we replace it immediately.
You must be over the age of 18, AND over the legal drinking age in your local jurisdiction to order
from Absinthe Classics.
| How can I pay? |
Our secure online ordering system gives you the convenience of paying by credit or debit card card, with
state-of-the-art security and fraud protection. We accept VISA, MasterCard, Switch and Solo cards. Our
payments are denominated in UK pounds (£).
state-of-the-art security and fraud protection. We accept VISA, MasterCard, Switch and Solo cards. Our
payments are denominated in UK pounds (£).
| Is absinthe legal in my country? |
Probably. In the last decade, regulatory authorities all over the world have come to the realization that the reasons for the banning of
absinthe a century ago were specious, and had little to do with any inherent danger on the product, and everything to do with the
fevered prohibitionist politics of the time. Absinthe that complies with EU standards - as Taboo does - is as safe to drink as any other
fine spirit.
absinthe a century ago were specious, and had little to do with any inherent danger on the product, and everything to do with the
fevered prohibitionist politics of the time. Absinthe that complies with EU standards - as Taboo does - is as safe to drink as any other
fine spirit.
| Does your absinthe contain ultra high levels of thujone? |
Our absinthe contains similar levels of thujone to many of the famous brands of the pre-ban era. This has been verified by
repeated independent testing. The myth that vintage absinthes contained extraordinarily high levels of thujone is just that - a myth,
derived from a single long discredited 1970's journal article. The reality is that well made absinthes, both modern and vintage, contain
only moderate levels of thujone. Modern absinthes that purport to contain extraordinarily high levels of thujone - in some notorious
cases, claims of over 100mg - are historically completely inauthentic, and vile tasting. They're usually produced by adding liquid
thujone or oil derived from cedar wood leaves directly to the final distillate, a travesty of good distilling practice and something that
would have horrified any Belle Epoque absintheur. We don't sell this type of ersatz product on this site, nor will we in the future.
Having said this, it's important also to stress that our absinthe contains only real wormwood, not substitute herbs such as
Southernwood, and we use no artificial thujone limiting techniques during distillation.
repeated independent testing. The myth that vintage absinthes contained extraordinarily high levels of thujone is just that - a myth,
derived from a single long discredited 1970's journal article. The reality is that well made absinthes, both modern and vintage, contain
only moderate levels of thujone. Modern absinthes that purport to contain extraordinarily high levels of thujone - in some notorious
cases, claims of over 100mg - are historically completely inauthentic, and vile tasting. They're usually produced by adding liquid
thujone or oil derived from cedar wood leaves directly to the final distillate, a travesty of good distilling practice and something that
would have horrified any Belle Epoque absintheur. We don't sell this type of ersatz product on this site, nor will we in the future.
Having said this, it's important also to stress that our absinthe contains only real wormwood, not substitute herbs such as
Southernwood, and we use no artificial thujone limiting techniques during distillation.
| I don't like anise. Which absinthe should I buy? |
Probably none. While levels vary considerably, all genuine absinthe contains anise. Absinthe without anise isn't absinthe, it's a herbal
bitter, similar to Jagermeister and suchlike. If you don't enjoy at least a mild taste of anise, you won't enjoy the taste of real absinthe.
bitter, similar to Jagermeister and suchlike. If you don't enjoy at least a mild taste of anise, you won't enjoy the taste of real absinthe.
| Do you sell absinthe spoons and glasses, or original absinthe antiques? |
We hope shortly to add a selection of absinthe accoutrements to our direct range here at Absinthe Classics Canada. In the meantime,
for high-quality replica spoons, absinthe glasses and fountains, visit our sister site The Virtual Absinthe Museum Web Shop.
You'll also find a unique range of posters here, together with absinthe-related books, CDs and movies. For vintage absinthe antiques,
go to another of our sister sites, Absinthe Originals.
for high-quality replica spoons, absinthe glasses and fountains, visit our sister site The Virtual Absinthe Museum Web Shop.
You'll also find a unique range of posters here, together with absinthe-related books, CDs and movies. For vintage absinthe antiques,
go to another of our sister sites, Absinthe Originals.
| Is it possible to taste pre-ban vintage absinthe? |
With patience and deep pockets, yes it is. Go to Vintage Absinthe For Sale on our Virtual Absinthe Museum site, and add your
name to our mailing list. Expect to pay $150 to $300 for a small sample, and well into four figures for a full size bottle. Although we
are constantly searching throughout France and Switzerland for vintage pre-ban bottles, we always have a waiting list of potential
clients, so you may have to wait a few months - or longer - before we're able to offer you something.
name to our mailing list. Expect to pay $150 to $300 for a small sample, and well into four figures for a full size bottle. Although we
are constantly searching throughout France and Switzerland for vintage pre-ban bottles, we always have a waiting list of potential
clients, so you may have to wait a few months - or longer - before we're able to offer you something.
| Where can I learn more about absinthe? |
Firstly, read the detailed Absinthe FAQ here (also to be found at The Virtual Absinthe Museum). This is one the most complete
and comprehensive guides to absinthe and its history available anywhere. Then visit Fee Verte, with its large and very active forum.
You'll find the most knowledgeable absinthe community on the web here, with many experts ready to give advice and guidance.
Read the Fee Verte Absinthe FAQ carefully first though, to avoid asking the same questions that have been asked and answered a
thousand times before. If you don't, you might find the response to your initial post a little....testy. While you're at Fee Verte, you
might also want to consult our Absinthe Buyers Guide - a constantly updated compendium of independent reviews by
knowledgeable absintheurs. Unlike some of our competitiors, we don't accept advertising or solicit free samples, so the reviews you
read and the advice you're given at Fee Verte will be untainted by commercial considerations.
and comprehensive guides to absinthe and its history available anywhere. Then visit Fee Verte, with its large and very active forum.
You'll find the most knowledgeable absinthe community on the web here, with many experts ready to give advice and guidance.
Read the Fee Verte Absinthe FAQ carefully first though, to avoid asking the same questions that have been asked and answered a
thousand times before. If you don't, you might find the response to your initial post a little....testy. While you're at Fee Verte, you
might also want to consult our Absinthe Buyers Guide - a constantly updated compendium of independent reviews by
knowledgeable absintheurs. Unlike some of our competitiors, we don't accept advertising or solicit free samples, so the reviews you
read and the advice you're given at Fee Verte will be untainted by commercial considerations.
| Who's the dapper gent wearing the monocle in your logo? |
Our logo is derived from an original advertising carton for Absinthe Barth, a now long forgotten 19th century brand. You can see the
original in the Virtual Absinthe Museum here. We hope you'll take the same delight in the absinthe you've purchased from us, as
this monocled absintheur is obviously taking in his. You might also want to visit our CafePress store, for a wide range of
merchandise with the Absinthe Classics logo.
original in the Virtual Absinthe Museum here. We hope you'll take the same delight in the absinthe you've purchased from us, as
this monocled absintheur is obviously taking in his. You might also want to visit our CafePress store, for a wide range of
merchandise with the Absinthe Classics logo.
| Click here for our sister site La Fee Verte, the biggest, busiest, most informative absinthe site on the net. |
| Click here for our sister site, Absinthe Originals offering the widest range of absinthe antiques on the net |
| Click here for The Virtual Absinthe Museum, the centre for research into the history, literature and lore of absinthe. |
| Click here for our sister site, Finest & Rarest, dealing in rare vintage cognac, Chartreuse, whisky and other spirits. |
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for fine replica spoons, glasses and fountains.
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of the greatest absinthe images.
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| We unconditionally guarantee every delivery. In the very unlikely event that a bottle gets stopped, lost or broken in transit, we will replace it immediately. If for any reason we are not able to replace the shipment, we will refund your money. |
| THE ABSINTHE CLASSICS CANADA UNCONDITIONAL SAFE DELIVERY GUARANTEE |
| You must be over the age of 18, AND over the legal drinking age in your local jurisdiction to order from Absinthe Classics. |
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