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The Old Absinthe House has a legacy following its every heartbeat, this historic building was built in 1807. Originally the building was used as an importing firm, then converted to a corner grocery of food, tobacco and fine Spanish liquor.
In 1874, mixologist, Cayetano Ferrer, created a drink consisting of Absinthe—the “Old Absinthe House Frappe”. The popularity of this venomous green concoction consequently resulted in the coffee house being renamed “Absinthe Room,” and thus a legend was born!
For almost 200 years the Old Absinthe House bar has been a staple of life in the Vieux Carré. Located on the corner of Rue Bourbon and Rue Bienville, the cooper-topped wooden bar captivates patrons as they sip their favorite beverages and the sights and sounds of the French Quarter trickle into this comfy tavern.
Over the years, the Old Absinthe House has flourished into one of New Orleans most prominent social scenes. Half the fun of this place is its delicious history, and the rumors and facts that intertwine the ideals of the Old Absinthe House. Sample the generous selections of fine malt scotches or sample some house specialties such as the “The Absinthe House Frappe” (now made with Herbsaint), an Old Fashion, an Absinthe Suissesse or the famous Ramos Gin Fizz.
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Beer
Liquor
Wine
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Happy Hour
Smoking
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