It is aromatic, smooth and traditionally taken mixed with water and sugar. After a long period in obscurity, it is now being served in cosmopolitan cities all over the world. It is aromatic, smooth and traditionally taken mixed with water and sugar. After a long period in obscurity, it is now being served in cosmopolitan cities all over the world. Bitter liquor with a very interesting history. Its name derives from the main taste ingredient – sagebrush. It is produced by maceration of the herb extract. Typical aroma and taste of sagebrush is accentuated by aniseed and mint. Absinth can be consumed alone or as part of other drinks.