- Vintage Absinthe
- Pernod Fils c1910 – Markus Lion find
Pernod Fils c1910 – Markus Lion find
Product Details
Available in USA?
Style/Color
Verte
Degrees ABV (% alcohol)
68
Year of Make (if known)
c1910
Country of Origin
France
Distillery
Maison Pernod Fils
Available via online retailers
NO
This bottle was obtained from a cellar in Germany and procured by our Review Editor via a reputable spirits vendor who had originally purchased it.
Editor review
1 review
What I have come to expect from vintage PF
Overall rating
5.0
Appearance
N/A
Aroma
N/A
Louche
N/A
Flavor / Mouthfeel
N/A
Finish
N/A
Overall
5.0
I tastes this along with a sample of Pernod SA Couvet from c1920 as a comparison.
Appearance - Clear and surprisingly bright for such an old absinthe. A very inviting shade of caramel Fuille Morte. Darker than other vintage PF bottles I've seen, but not in a bad way. Could easily be mistaken for a whiskey based on the color. You can see in the attached pic (on the left).
Louche - Very thick with substantial layering, even with a fountain drip. Fully louched by about 2:1. I watered up to a ratio of 3:1. A thick, opalescent caramel color.
Aroma - Room filling. Wonderful balance of sweet, confectionery anise and minty fresh wormwood with hints of leather and old books. Mouth watering.
Flavor/Mouthfeel - Luxuriant, thick mouthfeel. Lots of high quality anise with an assertive wormwood. Not bitter or biting, but minty and alpine fresh. Just a slight astringence. It's easy to tell why Pernod was the gold standard while drinking this. It's so perfectly balanced. No sugar needed.
Finish - Lingering finish with slight dryness and hints of leather. It leaves you wanting more and more.
Overall - This is exactly what I would expect to taste from a vintage Pernod Fils. Tremendous balance and silky mouthfeel that makes you want to pour another.
Appearance - Clear and surprisingly bright for such an old absinthe. A very inviting shade of caramel Fuille Morte. Darker than other vintage PF bottles I've seen, but not in a bad way. Could easily be mistaken for a whiskey based on the color. You can see in the attached pic (on the left).
Louche - Very thick with substantial layering, even with a fountain drip. Fully louched by about 2:1. I watered up to a ratio of 3:1. A thick, opalescent caramel color.
Aroma - Room filling. Wonderful balance of sweet, confectionery anise and minty fresh wormwood with hints of leather and old books. Mouth watering.
Flavor/Mouthfeel - Luxuriant, thick mouthfeel. Lots of high quality anise with an assertive wormwood. Not bitter or biting, but minty and alpine fresh. Just a slight astringence. It's easy to tell why Pernod was the gold standard while drinking this. It's so perfectly balanced. No sugar needed.
Finish - Lingering finish with slight dryness and hints of leather. It leaves you wanting more and more.
Overall - This is exactly what I would expect to taste from a vintage Pernod Fils. Tremendous balance and silky mouthfeel that makes you want to pour another.
BR
User reviews
1 review
Overall rating
4.0
Appearance
4.0(1)
Aroma
3.0(1)
Louche
5.0(1)
Flavor / Mouthfeel
4.0(1)
Finish
4.0(1)
Overall
4.0(1)
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A Rare Journey Back in Time
(Updated: January 08, 2026)
Overall rating
4.0
Appearance
4.0
Aroma
3.0
Louche
5.0
Flavor / Mouthfeel
4.0
Finish
4.0
Overall
4.0
Tasting this was like stepping into history. The depth of flavor, the softness of the wormwood, and the way it louched with just a touch of water—it’s unlike any modern absinthe. You can tell this bottle has been preserved with care. Subtle floral and herbal notes linger on the palate, and there’s a gentle warmth from the alcohol that feels refined, not sharp. Unforgettable. A once-in-a-lifetime experience.
W