UP Absinthe Red Dragon Essence 20 ml

UP Absinthe Red Dragon Essence 20 ml

Absinthe is usually green. This one is red – and that is no cosmetic detail. Red Dragon is our own creation, developed and made by us, and we know of no equivalent. The idea was simple: let the colour be heard in the flavour. So a warm, berryish, lightly spiced note sits on top of the classic absinthe body of wormwood, green anise and fennel.

The result is an absinthe that feels familiar and new at the same time. Everything that belongs in a real absinthe is there – the herbs, the oils and the extracts – and the essence is entirely natural. But where the green classic is cool and austere, Red Dragon is glowing and generous – made for anyone who loves the ritual of the artists’ cafés and their green hour but wants something unexpected on the table.

Colour & Appearance

Once mixed, the drink glows ruby red, like raspberry cordial held up to the light. When ice-cold water drips through the sugar cube, the magic happens: the oils come out of solution and the absinthe louches, from transparent red to a milky, pearly pink.

Nose

The nose opens with green anise and star anise, followed by the dry, herbal bitterness of wormwood. Close behind comes the red side – hibiscus, ripe berries and a streak of cinnamon – together with hyssop, lemon balm and a touch of coriander. Think of a herb garden on a warm afternoon.

Palate

On the palate it is dry, herbal and bittersweet. Anise and fennel give the first, cool impression before the wormwood steps forward with its elegant bitterness. Then the red character spreads out: tart hibiscus, a hint of red berries and a spicy cinnamon warmth with a peppery nip at the back of the tongue. Add water and the edges soften, the herbs unfold, and the sugar binds anise, bitterness and spice into one smooth whole.

Finish

The finish is long and warming. The coolness of the anise lingers on the lips while wormwood, cinnamon and a dry, berryish note slowly fade away.

How to Use

The essence is mixed with vodka or neutral spirit – ideally a somewhat stronger spirit if you want classic absinthe character. 20 ml makes 750 ml of finished absinthe with 35 mg thujone per bottle. Instructions are on the label.

Serving Suggestions

• The classic ritual: absinthe spoon, sugar cube and ice-cold water dripping slowly until the drink turns milky.
• With sparkling wine in a tall glass – a blushing, anise-scented aperitif.
• With cranberry juice, lime and plenty of ice for a tart red long drink.
• A few drops to rinse the glass before you pour a stirred, spicy cocktail.
• With ginger ale and a slice of orange – cinnamon and ginger get along famously.

About the Essence

Red Dragon is part of the UP range, Ultra Premium, our highest quality level. The essence contains real absinthe ingredients, which is why the finished drink louches as an absinthe should when water is added.

The red absinthe is also available in 280 ml – with or without 14 absinthe labels and a measure – in 1000 ml with a measure included, and in 25 litres for producers. A guaranteed conversation starter for anyone who enjoys dry, herbal flavours.