Absinthe Fruko Schulz is a classic representative of purely Czech drinks. It's no secret that in the Czech Republic this type of alcohol is considered national; in Prague, several varieties of herbal tinctures are available to tourists, made both in a modern manner and according to an old recipe. The manufacturer of the drink belongs to the category of the largest production bases in the whole country, the company specializes in the supply of vodka, cognac and wines. According to reviews, Fruko Schulz absinthe is on the verge of a complete departure from ancient traditions, as it has an uncharacteristic color and mild taste.
Rich choice
In addition to an impressive line of liquors and varieties of alcohol with a high strength, the Fruko Schulz brand also diversifies the rest of the products. Thus, absinthe from the brand appeared on the market with an admixture of mint, menthol, egg yolks, coconut, honey and even more exotic fruits.
According to traditions, such a deviation from the “trinity”, which is the basis of absinthe, is considered to be a defiant neglect of the status of alcohol and the reputation of the Czechs. At the same time, Fruko Schulz products occupy almost the premium segment in the market, which indicates high quality and, consequently, price.
Classic absinthe - what is it?
Consumer reviews about Fruko Schulz absinthe agree that the drink can hardly be called a classic interpretation of the recipe for this type of alcohol. According to tradition, the basis of herbal tinctures are always anise, wormwood and fennel, sage. Sometimes winemakers make an exception in the recipe in favor of mint or lemon balm. The alcohol content in this case is 70 degrees or more. With such a strength and narcotic effect of thujone contained in wormwood extract, absinthe is considered an extremely dangerous and unhealthy drink. Previously, he was repeatedly banned in a number of countries, earned the nickname "green witch" and the title "poet's inspiration."
Depending on the "old age" of absinthe, as well as impurities, several varieties of it are distinguished: yellow, green, red and brown. When absinthe was just beginning to gain popularity by its color and aroma, it was possible to determine how safe the drink was, as well as who the manufacturer was. Now they have somewhat departed from the canons and even blue absinthe is found, in which food coloring is added. With this in mind, customers are advised to try exclusively a green or transparent drink. If absinthe does not have thujone, then this is just an imitation that is found everywhere, even in the Czech Republic.
Brand history
Production was founded by Moritz Schulz in 1898. The manufactory specialized in the manufacture of fruit wines and herbal tinctures. The mountainous regions of the Czech Republic made it possible to collect and use local herbs, which significantly reduced the cost of supply. The main company remained within the city of Jindrichuv Hradec. The owner collected all the recipes for a classic herbal tincture, after which he selected several of the most popular. Due to the close proximity to Germany, as well as the passage of Napoleon’s troops, the locals were very familiar with the wormwood drink, and production flourished.
Currently, the company is the third largest in the Czech Republic and competes on a global level. Over 98% of absinthe turnover in Taiwan, where this drink is extremely popular, is controlled by Fruko Schulz. The manufacturer offers the widest range of products, which earned the commitment of consumers.
Drink features
The company's products are fully certified and legalized both in the Czech Republic and almost all over the world. Alcohol belongs to the category of tinctures with a high content of thujone and a strength of over 70 degrees. However, according to reviews, Fruko Schulz absinthe is easy to drink, leaving a light bitter aftertaste. The company did not disclose the full recipe, as well as the distillation features. Previously, in addition to the “trinity”, spices and extracts, including fruits, are also added to all varieties of the brand’s products. So, for example, Fruko Schulz Red absinthe leaves a noticeable pomegranate finish, but this is achieved by adding essence and dye or natural components is not known.
Variety of products
According to reviews, Fruko Schulz absinthe is available in several dozen variations, depending on the composition. But directly the company itself produces only 3 main varieties, as well as 6 additional ones. Including: Fruko Schulz Absinth, Fruko Schulz Black and Red. Of the additional types of tinctures, Bitter should be noted. Regardless of the selected subspecies, each of the brands contains thujone, as well as in a certain concentration of anise, fennel and sage. The “black” version is considered to be the oldest, it is based on an extract from the roots of wormwood, rather than leaves, due to which the drug effect in the drink is more pronounced.
Reviews about Fruko Schulz Bitter, the company's new product, are somewhat mixed, because the drink has a rich mint aftertaste that only enhances the bitterness of other herbs. The color of the tincture is deep green. In turn, reviews of Fruko Schulz Absinth are more positive, since this brand is the most traditional and has a muffled bitterness. Color is pale green. The company also supplies several imitations of absinthe in which there is no thujone, but such drinks are classified as low alcohol and often do not differ in the bright taste and bitterness inherent in the original. They also have no narcotic effect.
Absinthe and prohibitions
Reviews on Fruko Schulz indicate the high quality of the products and the reliability of the company in terms of compliance with quality standards. The brand is indeed one of the largest in the Czech Republic, and therefore monitors its reputation. However, compliance with distillation standards and recipe control do not make absinthe less harmful to health. The Czechs themselves, who advocate the abolition of the "demonization" of the drink, nevertheless emphasize that tincture should be used carefully and in moderate doses. Otherwise, the threat to health (in particular the human central nervous system) may be too high.
Moderate consumption
In the Czech Republic, they are proud of their absinthe, and Fruko Schulz is fully consistent with this. This alcohol is unique, it was called the main inspirer of poets, artists and musicians. Perhaps it is the craving to repeat such a flight of thought that explains the high popularity of the drink, but even modern counterparts require caution and moderation when consumed, like any alcohol. In addition, it is important to make sure that the buyer has a genuine tincture in his hands, not a fake. The liquid should not be cloudy, and the color should not be too bright. If the cost of the drink is in the middle segment, then the probability of selling a surrogate is high. The use of low-quality absinthe threatens a strong blow to health, sometimes irreparable.
Absinthe Fruko Schulz, the reviews of which are presented above, are at least worth reading. Wormwood tincture has become a drink of the era, a kind of standard to meet.