An exclusive evening dedicated to authentic Swiss Absinthe

eyond preserving its heritage, we bring together the combined expertise of the Val-de-Travers' absinthe producers and specialists to support hotels, bars and restaurants. Through education, professional training and curated tastings, we help our partners present absinthe correctly, confidently and in a way that creates the greatest value for their guests—while promoting authentic Swiss absinthe from its birthplace.

Discover Absinthe from its birthplace

Maison de l'Absinthe is pleased to invite a select group of hospitality professionals to an exclusive evening exploring authentic Swiss absinthe.

Hosted in the historic birthplace of absinthe, this private event combines an educational presentation, a guided masterclass led by our Absinthe Sommelier, a curated tasting, and an aperitif designed to encourage meaningful conversations between industry professionals.

Date : 21.01.2028
Time : 17h00 - 21 h00
Location : Maison de l'Absinthe, Grand Rue 10, 2112 Môtiers, Switzerland.

By invitation only · Limited attendance · If you did not receive an invitation during BCB 2026 contact us at support@maison-absinthe.ch

Who is this event for?

This evening is designed for professionals working in:

Hotels
Restaurants
Premium hospitality groups
Cocktail bars
Beverage purchasing
Food & beverage management
Spirits programs

Whether you are looking to enrich your cocktail menu, introduce a unique spirit to your guests, or better understand one of Europe's most fascinating categories, this evening is designed for you.

The evening

The story of Swiss Absinthe

Start the evening with a visit of the three floors of our museum. Discover how absinthe was born in Switzerland's Val-de-Travers at the end of the eighteenth century and how the region continues to produce some of the world's most distinctive expressions.

Masterclass with our Absinthe Sommelier

Our certified Absinthe Sommelier will guide you through the specificities, production and sensory profile of authentic Swiss absinthe.

Topics include:

Understanding the different styles of absinthe
The role of wormwood, anise, fennel and other botanicals
Traditional preparation and service
Food pairing opportunities
Serving absinthe in a modern hospitality environment
How absinthe can complement a premium beverage program

Guided Tasting

Taste a curated selection of authentic Swiss absinthes from the Val-de-Travers.

Switzerland is home to the only clandestine absinthes of the world, as well as to several ancestral-level and classical-level recipes. Each expression will be presented alongside its history, production philosophy and tasting notes, allowing you to appreciate the remarkable diversity of the category.