- Faux Absinthe
- Rubra
Rubra
Product Details
Available in USA?
Style/Color
Rouge
Degrees ABV (% alcohol)
52
Year of Make (if known)
2016
Country of Origin
United States
Distillery
Fishhawk Spirits
Website
https://fishhawkspirits.com/absinthia-rubra.html
Available via online retailers
Yes
Editor review
1 review
Not absinthe, but pleasant to drink
(Updated: January 08, 2026)
Overall rating
2.2
Appearance
3.5
Aroma
3.0
Louche
1.5
Flavor / Mouthfeel
2.0
Finish
1.5
Overall
1.5
Appearance: A VERY deep red. Much darker than most rouge styles.
Louche: practically non-existent.
Aroma: Citrussy! The tangerine base really does come through. Slight hints of anise.
Flavor: not really an absinthe flavor. More of a citrus liqueur. Slightly sweet with brandy notes. It tastes very good, just not like absinthe. I give it a 2 because it doesn't fit within the review criteria for absinthe, but it's enjoyable as a sipper.
Finish: tangerine and hibiscus on the back end.
Overall: while this really has nothing to do with absinthe, it's still tasty. Just don't buy it as an absinthe. Buy it to use in cocktails or spritzers.
Louche: practically non-existent.
Aroma: Citrussy! The tangerine base really does come through. Slight hints of anise.
Flavor: not really an absinthe flavor. More of a citrus liqueur. Slightly sweet with brandy notes. It tastes very good, just not like absinthe. I give it a 2 because it doesn't fit within the review criteria for absinthe, but it's enjoyable as a sipper.
Finish: tangerine and hibiscus on the back end.
Overall: while this really has nothing to do with absinthe, it's still tasty. Just don't buy it as an absinthe. Buy it to use in cocktails or spritzers.
BR
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