This Absinthe accessories set includes one decorative water carafe, two handmade Pontarlier reservoir Absinthe glasses, two stainless steel Absinthe spoons and one bag of wrapped Absinthe sugar cubes. We love this set for its quality and functionality. The Pontarlier Absinthe glasses for example are mouth-blown, not pressed. Therefore they do not have a manufacturing seam. Furthermore these Absinthe glasses have a reservoir in the stem to measure the correct amount of Absinthe. The cut design perfectly reflects the allure of the Belle Epoque. The set comes as well with two stainless steel "Feuilles" Absinthe spoons. They are like the glasses authentic reproductions of a famous historical Absinthe spoon. In the front the spoons are beautifully decorated with wormwood leaves (feuilles = leaves in French). As mentioned before, the Absinthe spoons are made of durable stainless steel and are polished for a supreme finish. We can highly recommend them to any Absintheur as they combine authenticity with a perfect quality. The ALANDIA water carafe was inspired by similar pieces used in bars and bistros throughout France in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is very functional in use and beautiful to look at. Water carafes were placed on bistro tables to be used by the customers to prepare their own drink. Particularly important were these carafes in the making of an Absinthe, as ice-cold water is needed for the traditional Absinthe ritual. Besides their functional use of holding water, Absinthe water carafes were also popular promotional and marketing tools used mostly by alcohol manufacturers. The ALANDIA carafe steps into these historical footprints. One bag of individually wrapped Absinthe sugar cubes is as well included in the set. Each set comes as well with a info card explaining the traditional French Absinthe ritual. If you are looking for high-quality accessories with the charme of nostalgia, this Absinthe accessory set is the right one for you. How to serve Absinthe: Put some Absinthe into the glass (1-1.3 oz). An Absinthe spoon is placed on the glass with 1-2 sugar cubes. Slowly pour ice cold water from the carafe on the sugar cube(s). The beam of water dissolves the sugar. The perfect Absinthe water ratio is 1:3. The ALANDIA Absinthe Accessories Set Absinthe Glass: Original Design The set includes 2 ALANDIA Absinthe glasses "Pontarlier". They are the epitome of an original Absinthe glass. The glass design is world renowned after being featured in a painting made by Charles Maire for the most popular Absinthe of the 19th century, Pernod Fils. The Pontarlier glass has a reservoir in the stem to measure the correct amount of Absinthe. Like former originals it is nicely cut, to give it a premium and nostalgic look. If you are looking for an original Absinthe glass, the Pontarlier glass is the definite winner. Absinthe Glasses: The History The Pontarlier Absinthe glasses got their fame through a Pernod Fils advertisement from the 19th century. The artwork decorated French bistros at the time of the Belle Époque. Absinthe Carafe: Mouth-blown Glass The Absinthe carafe is made of mouth-blown glass. This improves the look as you do not have any manufacturing seams. It has a wide neck to easily fill it with ice cubes. A spout is as well present which ensures a controlled and slow pour. You and your friends will love the authentic experience of drinking Absinthe! + Original Absinthe Spoons The set includes as well 2 ALANDIA Absinthe spoons "Feuilles". The Absinthe spoons have the same design as a popular vintage original. The nicely decorated front shows wormwood leaves, through the slots the dissolved Absinthe sugar drips into the Absinthe glass. The spoon is made of durable stainless steel and is polished for a supreme finish. + Individually wrapped Absinthe Sugar Cubes The set includes as well a large bag of individually wrapped Absinthe sugar cubes. The ALANDIA Absinthe sugar cubes are less pressed than regular sugar cubes. Therefore they dissolve better during the Absinthe ritual. They are nicely packed in a brown paper bag. The bag comes with a clip for easy resealing. Overall these sugar cubes drive your Absinthe preparation to perfection. Drink Absinthe the traditional way with an Absinthe carafe! The Green Hour (Heure Verte) Santé!