Absintherie, Prague
Outlawed across much of the Western realm for ages, absinthe remained a steadfast favorite and legally produced elixir in the Czech Republic, where its distillation and distribution have persisted for nearly 150 years. Indeed, some connoisseurs trace the modern resurgence of interest in absinthe back to 1989, when the Velvet Revolution unfurled the country's gates to Western voyagers, who eagerly imbibed in the spirit's intoxicating allure.
Traditionally cherished by painters, writers, and the bohemian intelligentsia, absinthe now proliferates throughout Prague, taking over the shelves of liquor stores and supermarkets in a kaleidoscopic array of hues and varieties. As a rule of thumb, the more vibrant the hue, the lower the quality鈥攐ne ought to steer clear of concoctions resembling red or green antifreeze. Reigning supreme as the pinnacle of quality, albeit the most exorbitant, is King of Spirits, hailing from Pr谩dlo, a quaint hamlet nestled in western Bohemia.
For a firsthand foray into the realm of superior absinthe, look no further than the Absintherie, where a cornucopia of premium blends awaits your discerning palate. Here, amidst a vintage trove of bottled elixirs, patrons may embark on a journey of libation exploration, venturing even unto the realm of audacious concoctions like the absinthe martini. Moreover, an onsite museum offers a captivating journey through the annals of absinthe history, showcasing vintage advertisement posters, antique bottles, and ornate absinthe spoons.
Traditionally cherished by painters, writers, and the bohemian intelligentsia, absinthe now proliferates throughout Prague, taking over the shelves of liquor stores and supermarkets in a kaleidoscopic array of hues and varieties. As a rule of thumb, the more vibrant the hue, the lower the quality鈥攐ne ought to steer clear of concoctions resembling red or green antifreeze. Reigning supreme as the pinnacle of quality, albeit the most exorbitant, is King of Spirits, hailing from Pr谩dlo, a quaint hamlet nestled in western Bohemia.
For a firsthand foray into the realm of superior absinthe, look no further than the Absintherie, where a cornucopia of premium blends awaits your discerning palate. Here, amidst a vintage trove of bottled elixirs, patrons may embark on a journey of libation exploration, venturing even unto the realm of audacious concoctions like the absinthe martini. Moreover, an onsite museum offers a captivating journey through the annals of absinthe history, showcasing vintage advertisement posters, antique bottles, and ornate absinthe spoons.
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Sight Name: Absintherie
Sight Location: Prague, Czech Republic (See walking tours in Prague)
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Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
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The area was once separated from the outside world by a semi-circular moat and a wall, hugged by the Vltava river. The moat is now covered up by streets, which form the official boundary of the Old Town. One of them, called Na P艡铆kop臎 (literally 鈥淥n the... view more
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Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
The area breathes history and is a captivating blend of ancient synagogues and other monuments that collectively reflect centuries of Jewish life in the city. Some synagogues are still acting, and others have been converted into art galleries and museums.
One such is the Spanish Synagogue, a... view more
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Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
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Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
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