The heavenly "Green Fairies", the drink of choice for such notables as Vincent Van Gogh, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Oscar Wilde and Alfred Jarry as well as the beverage opposed by conservatives and prohibitionists until 2007 because of its association with the bohemian culture and its reputed psychoactive properties.The lovers of "The Green Fairies" can date a version of Absinthe and its primary active ingredient back to 1550 BC. Although not popular until late 19th century this beverage of royalty and the arts community quickly became the rave of popular culture at the turn of the century.
This wonderful beverage has regained popularity and as of 2008 there are over 200 brands available. Provence Catering, in its drive to produce incredible beverages to match with foods begun match Absinthe with cocktail hour and dessert stations at its premium events. Absinthe is presented in a decorative glass over which an ornate silver spoon is placed that holds a sugar cube. Ice cold water is then dispensed from elegant glass and crystal fountains that dissolves the sugar cube & mixes with the Absinthe creating a lovely green hue. This green color coined the reputation of the "Green Fairies" or visions that occurred while drinking it.
One of the growing and most flavorful brands is produced here in Philadelphia from the Philadelphia Distilling Company. Philadelphia Distilling LLC is a premium spirits producer that creates Bluecoat American Dry Gin, Penn 1681 Rye Vodka & Vieux Carre' Absinthe.
So, take a walk on the wild side and see why Absinthe is growing in popularity. Let Provence Catering build Absinthe into your next event or pick up a bottle for yourself. I encourage you to try Vieux Carre' for its outstanding flavor and its local connection. I urge you to drink responsible and not find the same fate as a character in Emily Zola's novel when he wrote"Boche had known a joiner who had stripped stark naked in the rue Saint-Martin and did the polka-he was an Absinthe Drinker"
