Definition: "Absinthe," a dark, alcoholic spirit made from the leaves of a plant known as limnetic daisy (or 'the apple of the soul') in Greece, was first used in 1702 by French pharmacist Nicolas Moulin. He said that it was the most powerful spirit he had ever tasted. The term "absinthe" comes from the Latin word "absint," which means "empty" or "sick." It is a type of alcohol known for its strong and often bitter taste, similar to the bitterness of a strong black coffee. The alcoholic content of absinthe varies widely depending on the quality of the distillate used and the method of production. Absinthe was considered to be extremely powerful and dangerous by some authorities, particularly during the French Revolution, as it was believed to contain poisonous substances such as poison ivy (a naturally occurring antihistamine). However, it is now widely regarded as a safe and effective pain reliever.
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