Say hello to Jade Liqueurs, a brand that has revived the art of making real absinthe. Jade was founded by Ted Breaux, a passionate chemist and historian, who dreamed of recreating the legendary absinthe of the 19th century. Inspired by the mystique of the ‘green fairy’, Ted set out to create truly authentic absinthe – but his goal was bigger than just the craft.
Ted was a crucial force behind the legalization of absinthe in the United States and fought to demystify its history and checkered past. Thanks to Ted’s pioneering research and dedication, absinthe became legal in the US again in 2007, allowing for a renaissance of this mythical drink, with Jade Liqueurs, as today, at the forefront.
Jade Liqueur’s journey begins in Saumur, France, at the iconic Combier distillery, a place with a rich past and historic copper boilers from the 19th century. Here, under Ted’s expert guidance, Jade Liqueur’s absinthe is brought to life using the same techniques and equipment once used by distillers of the past. Each bottle is handcrafted using a meticulous process that reflects 19th century methods. Using the finest herbs – including Wormwood, Fennel and Spanish Green Anise – absinthe is created with a purity and richness of flavor that truly stands out. This is not just absinthe, but a direct link to the golden age of the drink and a capture of the soul of history.
Jade Liqueur’s absinthes are like little time capsules, filled with the allure and depth of a bygone era. Each sip reveals the same nuanced flavors that fascinated enthusiasts in the 19th century, created according to authentic recipes and refined with Ted’s scientific precision. From the famous Jade 1901 Absinthe Superieure, reflecting the profile of Prohibition-era absinthe, to Nouvelle-Orléans, inspired by New Orleans absinthe culture, Jade’s creations offer a taste journey back in time. The distillation process and coloring are completely free of artificial additives and each bottle is sealed by hand with wax – a testament to Jade’s dedication to quality and authenticity. If that’s not enough, the absinthes are aged for an average of three years before being bottled and sold.
One of the most unique drinks from Jade Liqueurs is Perique Liqueur de Tabac, a rare drink that truly shows Ted’s passion for craft and tradition. Made from the legendary Perique tobacco grown only in St. James Parish, Louisiana, this liqueur is something else entirely. Carefully distilled to capture the deep, earthy and slightly smoky notes of this unusual tobacco, Perique Liqueur de Tabac offers a taste experience of the American South with unrivaled richness and complexity. It’s further proof of Ted’s ability to transform nature’s most intriguing flavors into beverages of amazing quality and character.
As wholesalers and longtime friends, we are proud to offer you Jade Liqueur’s amazing products. From the carefully crafted absinthes that have led, and continue to lead, the way for the return of true absinthe, to the unique Perique Liqueur de Tabac, each product is imbued with a respect for tradition and a passion for quality that truly defines Jade Liqueurs. With each bottle, Ted Breaux invites us to experience the world of absinthe as it was meant to be – a drink of history, artistry and uncompromising devotion. Join us in celebrating these timeless, handcrafted drinks that bring history to life one small green drop at a time.
