It is produced from herbs such as anise, fennel, and (*) wormwood, which give it a distinctive color.
In the traditional French ritual, a sugar cube is placed on top of a slotted spoon resting on top of a glass of this drink. Cold water is slowly dripped over the sugar cube and into the glass, causing the spirit to louche, becoming opaque and milk-like in appearance. In 1915, France banned its sale, but a 1988 amendment allowed the sale of versions containing less thujone, a GABA receptor antagonist. It is produced from herbs such as anise, fennel, and (*) wormwood, which give it a distinctive color. Many artists have painted people drinking it, including Picasso, Manet, Degas, and Van Gogh, who is thought to have cut off part of his own ear while under its psychoactive influence. In French it is often called la Fée Verte, or The Green Fairy. FTP, name this highly alcoholic liquor often consumed by artists seeking inspiration.
In the traditional French ritual, a sugar cube is placed on top of a slotted spoon resting on top of a glass of this drink.
{absinthe} (prompt on {Green Fairy} or {Verte} before it is mentioned)