Absinthe & Anise
Absinthe is a tasty anise-profile aperitif which in essence is based on the holy trinity of Wormwood, Anise and Fennel. It is to be enjoyed and sipped as any other aperitif, only – absinthe should be diluted with water as any other anise spirits usually should. Absinthe is known for its green color which is obtained from the use of herbs to color the distillate in production. Other colors exist but are less common. Traditionally absinthe was green or completely transparent.
Side note: It will not make you go mad. Never did. Never will. Unless you’re raving mad to begin with.