Absinthe Blog

Mata Hari is an absinthe that hails from Austria. It is also alleged to be blended to the exact specifications of a very popular 1881 recipe. The odd thing about it though, is that at the time of its creation the real Mata Hari was but a young girl. So it must be assumed that it was originally marketed by some other unknown name. This liquor is quite commonly referred to as a bohemian absinthe.

The reason given for this is its less than “heavy flavor” thats accomplished by holding back on the anise seed. So if you’re not a licorice lover, this may in fact be one type of absinthe that you might want to consider.

Also because of its subdued lighter flavor it’s highly touted as a “mixable absinthe” to be used in creating any of the newer cocktails that “mixologists” are continuing to develop.

There are a few other distinguishing characteristics of this particular drink that are also worth noting. For instance, it’s 120 proof or 60% alcohol. This is strong for a liquor in general but rather mild when compared with some other types of absinthes on the market.

Also Mata Hari louches to a rather opalescent “somewhat clear” milky blue green color, which sets it apart from so many others that tend to louch noticeably more milky