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Thujone (/ ˈ θ uː dʒ oʊ n / ⓘ [2]) is a ketone and a monoterpene that occurs predominantly in two diastereomeric forms: (−)-α-thujone and (+)-β-thujone. [3] [4]Though it is best known as a chemical compound in the spirit absinthe, it is only present in trace amounts and is unlikely to be responsible for the spirit's purported stimulant and psychoactive effects.
Malört is extremely low in thujone, a chemical once prevalent in absinthe and similar drinks. [ 4 ] Known for its extremely bitter taste, Malört has been described as "infamous" and "the worst booze ever".
Many of these producers aim to increase the appeal of their wares by making claims as to the thujone content of their absinth, [2] levels which are uncharacteristic of "pre-ban" absinthe. [3] A few Czech products even claim to have levels of thujone that would render them unfit to be sold in many parts of the world. [2] [4]
Absinthe is a strong spirit created when a neutral alcohol is distilled with botanicals like anise, wormwood, fennel and other herbs and spices for a licorice-like flavor.
The high percentage of alcohol in absinthe would result in mortality long before thujone could become a factor. [112] In documented cases of acute thujone poisoning as a result of oral ingestion, [ 113 ] the source of thujone was not commercial absinthe, but rather non-absinthe-related sources, such as common essential oils (which may contain ...
The liquor absinthe, long illegal in the U.S., once provided inspiration to legendary artists and writers including Van Gogh, Oscar Wilde and Ernest Hemingway. Its overconsumption was also thought ...
Lucid Absinthe Supérieure is the first absinthe made with Grande Wormwood to be legally available in the United States after the repeal of the 95-year ban. [ citation needed ] Lucid is distilled in accordance with traditional French methods in the historic Combier Distillery in Loire Valley , France , which was founded in 1834 and designed by ...
NV Absinthe Verte by La Fée is a modern, lower abv (38%) French absinthe, aimed at the bar, club and all round party scene. Its lower alcohol content allows for greater flexibility with serving options, or allows it to be drunk neat or over ice. NV Absinthe Verte is distilled with Grand Wormwood, and uses a grain alcohol base. [citation needed]