10 Best Absinthes in the UK 2024 (Pernod, La Fee, Distilleries De Provence and More)

From the well respected Distilleries De Provence comes their Grande Absente Absinthe. Everything about this esteemed drink emanates the classic character of absinthe in all its glory, ringing true to being a top-shelf spirit of the grandest notion. 

Distilled traditionally in France with wormwood, green anise, star anise and of course fennel, this absenthe tastes and acts like it should. With additional spices, herbs and botanicals imparting flavour notes of mint and lemon balm, this is possibly the best absinthe in the world!

Pernod absinthe is steeped in era-defining absinthe history. Created in 1805 in France's first recognised absinthe distillery, it's a recipe not to be messed with. A remarkable absinthe that's older than some countries, this bottle holds true to the original recipe.

This gives the absinthe a taste that's very clean on the palate, with both grand and petite wormwood being found in the blend. With hints of the botanicals hyssop and melissa, its flavours taste like liquorice and lemon zest. 

At just 200 ml this bottle of absinthe from La Fee is perfect for a special occasion. And at 68 %, you will have no trouble feeling the effects of this potent spirit from the very first drink. This particular absinthe has sandlewood spice flavour notes, making it certain to give you plenty of pep to your step.

La Fee have kindly included an absinthe cocktail guide to help you along your merry drinking way. This guide also divulges some of the rich La Fee distilling history, making you a convert before you've even twisted the lid off. 

Distilleries De Provence are another French distillery producing high-end absinthe the traditional way. This is their 55% absente even comes with your very own absinthe spoon and drink serving instructions. 

The additional flavour notes are of lemon balm and mint spirits making this a sure-fire drink to freshen the breath and clear out the cavities. Being a full-sized bottle at 700ml, we think it's very well priced, made by a stronghold of French absinthe distilling and designed to inebriate in style. 

This is a full-bodied, full-sized absinthe distilled the traditional way in France by the Trenet brand distillers. It's all about the spicy herbs and botanicals, with peppermint, cloves and cinnamon included in the mix. 

These spicy flavours are complemented with a slightly bitter undertone and rounded off with the holy trinity of grand wormwood, anise and fennel, making for a fiery and hearty 60% absinthe. Be sure to pull your socks up before giving this one a go! 

This absinthe contains a secret blend 13 herbs and spices, redefining the much-reviled emerald brew of centuries past and giving it a distinct flavour unlike any other. Making for an intriguing take on the traditional absinthe recipe's, we highly recommend it if you're looking to try something new.  

Sebor's absinth is produced in the Czech Republic using the modern cold mixed method of production. This is what makes it so well priced and popular. It does, however, also mean that the quality will not be at quite the same level as some of the French offerings. 

La Fee have firmly cemented themselves in the French absinthe industry. Being the first company to commercially distill absinthe the traditional way since the 1915 ban. This is their low alcohol content absinthe that's perfect for pairing with lemonade, ginger ale and even energy drinks.

Popular in many Parisian bars and nightclubs Envy absinthe has taken ahold of the drinks market. Knowing it's distilled the traditional way by a famed distillery makes the price quite astonishing, but then again, the lower than standard alcohol content is what makes this absinthe affordable. 

Zymurgorium are the proud distillers of many spirits that come straight from their small batch factory in Manchester. Their undeniably bold branding and story give them a certain craft charm, while remaining all about high-quality spirits. 

At £44.47 for 500ml it's certainly up there with the most expensive absinthes on this list, and considering it has been cold mixed, we think that's a little high. Obviously, you're buying into the backstory, but it's maybe not the best value for money. 

This striking gift box from Tubeoptics has everything you need to give absinthe a good and honest go. It comes with 4 absinthe tubes with an extremely high alcohol content of 70%, 4 sugar cubes, 1 ornate absinthe spoon and a 1ml pipette, helping you to get it just right. 

This absinthe has been produced in the UK using the cold pressed bohemian method of production. Still as a gift for friends or family, it's destined to catch them by surprise, and once you start unravelling the history behind absinthe, they'll be lining up the glasses in no time. 

Absinth Black is a UK based absinthe producer that uses the cold mixed method of production. These three plastic tubes are perfect for anyone looking to give absinthe a try for the first time. With a very minimal price-tag, they require no commitment to enter the absinthe drinking realm and see if it's for you.

Unfortunately, there is little info as to the flavour notes, making it more than likely to be flavoured simply with wormwood, anise and fennel. Obviously the quality will be on the lower-end too, but that won't stop you from getting loopy for less.