The absinthe spoon is a captivating little device; available in a vast array of shapes, sizes and made from different materials - allowing for creativity, commercial branding and even commemoration of historical events. Made from pewter for cheap mass production to solid silver for the bourgeois families, the absinthe spoon can add a touch of individuality to your absinthe experience.

All aesthetics aside, the absinthe spoon of course serves a purpose, so functionality is paramount. Length is a key factor, as it must cross the width of the glass with enough overhang to prevent the risk of slipping off, to aid this most absinthe spoons have a groove in the handle which sits on the rim of the glass to prevent sliding. This is the most common style, but there are many more extravagant designs.