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It sounds very alluring, I must say. If it wasn't alcohol based, I wouldn't mind a tipple-although if it wasn't alcohol based it wouldn't be absinthe.

At the risk of spoiling the bonhomie, I would suggest exercising caution about mixing alcohol with other drugs. I nearly had a fit about 10 years ago doing that, and as a youngster I could easily have died. I am sure we are all educated and seasoned hedonists on here, and already know about risks etc...but, in case anyone doesn't... there's some free advice for you.

Looks good but the shipping (from Europe) is more than the Absinthe.

So I did some research using my Alchemy for Dummies book and saved myself some money in the process.

Some baking soda and diet coke + a little knowhow and you can freebase some wormwood leaves followed by a double Kamchatka vodka chaser. MacGyver would be proud.

I'm still curious.. Thanks Led. There's a wealth of knowledge on these boards and 92.3% of the time we are creative enough to trace it back to the Grateful Goddamn Dead.

Now.. what to play. It's been a while, so Thelma.

....while I take notes.
I ordered one. Hoping for the best LedDed. Cheers.

Ok, here you go

https://www.alandia.de/

Look for something labeled, "strong." As in max thujone. This is not paint thinner and it will not kill you or make you go blind. Trust me. Ha! No but seriously, most of these are extremely high in alcohol content as well, but it's the thujone that makes this a thing. You want a bottle with 30ppm thujone which is the legal max, even internationally.

In the US, you can buy Lucid or whatever brand at your corner store but those are limited to 10ppm thujone and it doesn't work. Yes, absinthe comes from wormwood, still - there's no substitute - but this isn't coming from some moonshine hillbilly or prohibitionist mixing up bathtub gin. I spent time in Italy and Germany and bought this stuff regularly from any old mom and pop liquor store and it all treated me well.

I have an actual fountain... I've been an enthusiast for years... but all you need is a good bottle and some sugar cubes. The sites sell slotted spoons as well but a fork will do in a pinch if one doesn't mind being a bit uncouth.

There is also special glassware... but for the novice, start with a good bottle. Pour a single, measured shot into a glass over a sugar cube slowly. The sugar will begin to dissolve. Follow by dripping, or slowly pouring water (I use San Pellegrino, the carbonation helps mute the bitterness) over until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid begins to louche (turn cloudy). Then stir the sugar up into the solution and swill. Repeat.

It tastes like shit, unless you like black licorice. But a gentle psychedelic glow comes on by the end of the second glass. Drink the first one quickly and savor the second and you should be on your way.

Absinthe is great with other drugs - pick one - but don't start drinking it after already being drunk and watch what you drink after and during. Generally speaking, absinthe does not play well with other liquors, although red wine sipped in moderation doesn't clash too hard. Hemingway used to enjoy a little glass of "Death In The Afternoon," - absinthe and champagne - which every time I've tried has been disgusting beyond belief. But then most of us weren't Papa by any standard.

There is no shortage of information about this on the web and there are some beautiful coffee table books on the subject. The ritual here if done properly with a fountain, spoon, etc. really draws people in. Ladies like it, as well. It feels druggy and sensual all around. If you soak the sugar cube in absinthe briefly, you can set it aflame and smell and watch it carmelize and drip down into the glass... pretty cool.

I also use a couple of ice cubes along with my sparkling water to make it more palatable.

Bon voyage!

\m/

Interesting idea. With 1972 shows, I would probably bring Bob's guitar more up front. For years, I have found myself zeroing in on what he is doing on the guitar during 1972 shows. This is the only year I really do this, and I never set out intending to-its just where my ears end up. In 1972, both his sound and playing really attract me.

Dap 34 will be from 68' or 69'. Hopefully.

for Dave's of future past

6 14 69

:)))

Been relistening to Daves and such

11 6 77 discs 1 n 3 are great
Disc two is meh

11 17 71 n bonus Really great

6 17 76 pleasant

9 2 83 hot (in the voice of Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite)

Long time no see. Welcome back. Ha.