My first use of any of these products was last night. Wasn't expecting much but wanted to try it because it's more economical than the absinthe at the liquor store and the thujone content is advertised as higher. Pleasantly surprised at the good louching, a good sign. The taste wasn't bad either, just a little too sweet. (I definitely won't be mixing any sugar in it!) I also believe the buzz was noticeably "warmer and fuzzier" than the 10 ppm (max) thujone absinthe here in the US. I will be a regular buyer of this and the kits. Only things I would change is to leave out the Invertose (sweetener) and the food coloring (prefer the look of non food colored absinthe plus just don't like the idea of drinking food coloring). Nevertheless I like it! (And looking forward to trying out the other essences.)