Hamlet, the tragedy by William Shakespeare, recounts how Prince Hamlet exacts revenge on his uncle Claudius for murdering his father. The gravedigger scene is well known, where Hamlet thinks about the commonness of death and the vanity of life, while looking in the face of an unearthed skull. With its unique skull bottle, Hamlet Absinthe takes reference to this famous play. It is a strong Absinthe with 69% alc. by vol (138 proof) and contains grand wormwood (artemisia absinthium). The coloration of Absinthe Hamlet Classic Green is plant-based, meaning that its green color derives from chlorophyll. Despite its strength, Hamlet Classic Green has a surprisingly smooth taste. This is achieved by adding a bit of cinnamon and vanilla to the recipe.
We recommend to drink Absinthe Hamlet Classic Green with one part Absinthe, two parts ice-cold water and one sugar cube. Ideally in a skull glass, which you can also buy here at our store. Enjoy and don't be scared :)!
Why do some green Absinthes have a very bright color?
Absinthe traditionally is of green color. That is why we also call the drink the "Green Fairy". But if an Absinthe is bright green, you can be sure, that it is artificially colored. You can only achieve a bright green color with coloration. If you use plant-based coloration, you will initially get a dark green as well, but over time this color can lose its intensity changing to a lighter yellow-green, sometimes even amber color. Why? Because sunlight dissolves chlorophyll and therefore as well, the green color can vanish. That is the reason why many green Absinthes are bottled in dark bottles. If you have a clear glass bottle, like we use for Hamlet Classic Green Absinthe, it is important to store the bottle in a dark place. It should not be placed in direct sunlight. But, and this is important, even if the Absinthe loses its initial green color, its quality is not affected. It is a natural process that actually shows you, that you have bought the traditional, classic Green Fairy.
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ALANDIA, the Absinthe store, was established in 2001 and has been dedicated to serving the international Absinthe community ever since. Shipping ss carried out through DHL Airmail or UPS Courier Express with a guaranteed delivery. In the rare event that your order doesn't reach you, we will either resend it or provide a refund. This is our reliable 100% ALANDIA Delivery Guarantee.
The delivery time to the USA for accessories typically ranges from 2-3 business days, depending on whether you reside in a metropolitan or rural area. Once your order is shipped, a tracking number is sent to you, ensuring you are informed about the arrival of your spoons, glasses, fountains etc. This way, you'll always be aware of when your order will arrive at your doorstep.
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