Published Oct 15, 2024
Absinthe: The World's Most Dangerous Drink?
Uncover the mystique of absinthe as hosts Nicola Twilley and Cynthia Graber delve into its artistic and cultural significance, Swiss origins, and the myths and moral panics that led to its notorious reputation and eventual ban.

Topics covered
Popular Clips
Questions from this episode
- Asked by 2 people
Episode Highlights
Related Episodes
Caffeine: The World’s Most Popular Drug
Answers 383 questionsPeak Booze
Answers 383 questionsMove Over Gin, We’ve Got Tonic Fever
Answers 383 questionsThe Cocktail Hour
Answers 383 questionsTiki Time!
Answers 383 questionsYou're Wrong About Prohibition
Answers 383 questionsMezcal: Everything but the Worm
Answers 383 questionsBottled Vs. Tap: The Battle to Quench Our Thirst
Answers 383 questionsIt’s Tea Time: Pirates, Polyphenols, and a Proper Cuppa
Answers 383 questionsThe Secret History of the Slave Behind Jack Daniel’s Whiskey
Answers 383 questionsThe Bitter Truth
Answers 383 questionsSour Grapes: The History and Science of Vinegar
Answers 383 questionsBeans, Beans, the Magical Fruit
Answers 383 questionsEverything Old is Brew Again
Answers 383 questions