alc./vol: 68%
Proof: 136°
Vintage: Non-vintage
Aged: Unaged
Launched in 2000, La Fée was the first traditional absinthe to be commercially produced in France since the 1914-15 ban. This improved 'Supérieure' version (released July 2013) is made using natural ingredients so comes in a green painted bottle to protect the delicate contents from UV light damage
The natty and award-winning 20cl bottle has a built-in pourer that automatically pop-up as the cap is unscrewed, then sinks back into the bottle when the cap is replaced. The label peels off to reveal an information booklet with cocktail recipes.
Review and Tasting
Sampled on 02/02/2015
Appearance:
Clear pale green, louches when water is added.
Aroma:
Fennel, coriander and slight liquorice with aniseed. With water: subtle anise sits above notes of fennel and coriander. Clean and fresh.
Taste:
With water: Fresh and rounded with anise backed by angelica, coriander, fennel, liquorice and mint.
Aftertaste:
Long, well rounded finish.
Overall:
This 'Supérieure' version launched in 2013 is more delicate and complex with far more subtle aniseed and rooty notes than the original La Fée Parisienne.
They Say...
Description
La Fée Absinthe Parisienne, the brand original, is a clasic spirit based on an authentic 19th century recipe, distilled in conjunction with the French Absinthe Museum (Auvers-sur-Oise) with Grand Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) and other traditional herbs and spices.
Events, Offers & Promotions
Each 70cl & 75cl bottle comes with a complimentary Sheffield stainless steel La Fée Absinthe spoon.
Awards And Accolades
- Gold, Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America - 2019
- 87 points, Ultimate Spirits Challenge USA - 2019
- Gold and Best in Show by Country Category, London Spirits Competition - 2019
- Gold, Verte Distilled Absinthe, Asian Spirits Masters - 2012
- Gold, Verte Distilled Absinthe, Asian Spirits Masters - 2012
- Silver, Design & Packaging, Spirits Business Absinthe Masters - 2011
- Silver, San Francisco World Spirits Comp. - 2010
- Silver, International Spirits Comp. - 2010
- Gold, D&P, Los Angeles W&S Fair - 2009
- Gold, Design, Los Angeles W&S Fair - 2009
- Silver, Los Angeles W&S Fair - 2009
- Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Comp. - 2008
- Gold, Chicago Bevergare Testing Institute - 2007
Serving suggestion
Traditional French Absinthe Serve
Pour slowly 4 to 6 parts iced water to one part absinthe, over sugar on a La Fée Absinthe spoon - stir and enjoy.
Parisienne is ideal for traditional and modern cocktails.
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Official Website
https://lafee.comCustomer Contact
Email: contact@lafee.com
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Bottle size: 70cl
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Produced by: La Fee Absinthe
Owned by: BBH Spirits/Green Utopia/La Fée LLP
UK distribution by: Cellar Trends Ltd
Owned by: BBH Spirits/Green Utopia/La Fée LLP
UK distribution by: Cellar Trends Ltd
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