The boutique
The tasting room
The reception area
An iconic product
The distillery
The glass dispensary
Discover and taste absinthe in an idyllic and unique setting
Located in the cradle of absinthe, the distillery offers an idyllic and unique setting for discovering and tasting absinthe. In this historic house, located in the birthplace of absinthe, Nicolas Stauffer distils absinthes in the traditional, artisanal way, with skill and passion.
This sweet nectar is the fruit of an artisanal production carried out with the greatest respect for tradition, according to a Val-de-Travers recipe that has been kept secret for over a century.
Located in the cradle of absinthe, the distillery offers an idyllic and unique setting for discovering and tasting absinthe. In this historic house, located in the birthplace of absinthe, Nicolas Stauffer distils absinthes in the traditional, artisanal way, with skill and passion.
This sweet nectar is the fruit of an artisanal production carried out with the greatest respect for tradition, according to a Val-de-Travers recipe that has been kept secret for over a century.
The boutique
The tasting room
The reception area
An iconic product
The distillery
The glass dispensary
Discover and taste absinthe in an idyllic and unique setting
Located in the cradle of absinthe, the distillery offers an idyllic and unique setting for discovering and tasting absinthe. In this historic house, located in the birthplace of absinthe, Nicolas Stauffer distils absinthes in the traditional, artisanal way, with skill and passion.
This sweet nectar is the fruit of an artisanal production carried out with the greatest respect for tradition, according to a Val-de-Travers recipe that has been kept secret for over a century.
Our products
Our absinthes are distilled in two copper stills made by hand, in the great tradition of absinthe distillers.
Absinthe 55°
Aniseed-flavoured absinthe typical of the Bleues Clandestines du Vallon. Unchanged recipe, ideal for palates wishing to learn about absinthe.
Absinthe à la truffe
A unique fusion of absinthe and truffle varieties. After months of maturing, absinthe reveals a unique flavour and taste from this noble product.
La bleue authentique
Atypical green absinthe with Provencal notes of petite wormwood and lemon balm. Its ‘wool stocking’ maceration gives it an emerald colour.
Absinthe de l’Officine
An authentic product from the birthplace of absinthe, it pays tribute to 19th century recipes and flavours from before the ban.
Eau-de-vie de pomme
Apple brandy from St-Sulpice (Val-de-Travers). Characteristic, intense flavour. As a digestive, chilled.
Eau-de-vie de coing
Quince brandy from St-Sulpice (Val-de-Travers). Refined, fragrant flavour. As a digestive, chilled.
Eau-de-vie d’abricot
Luizet apricot brandy from Nendaz (Valais). Intense, fruity flavour. As a digestive, chilled. For dessert, to flavour.
Eau-de-vie de mirabelle
Mirabelle plum brandy from Travers (Val-de-Travers). Intense, fruity flavour. As a digestive, chilled. For dessert, to flavour.
Our products
Our absinthes are distilled in two copper stills made by hand, in the great tradition of absinthe distillers.
Absinthe 55°
Aniseed-flavoured absinthe typical of the Bleues Clandestines du Vallon. Unchanged recipe, ideal for palates wishing to learn about absinthe.
Absinthe à la truffe
A unique fusion of absinthe and truffle varieties. After months of maturing, absinthe reveals a unique flavour and taste from this noble product.
La bleue authentique
Atypical green absinthe with Provencal notes of petite wormwood and lemon balm. Its ‘wool stocking’ maceration gives it an emerald colour.
Absinthe de l’Officine
An authentic product from the birthplace of absinthe, it pays tribute to 19th century recipes and flavours from before the ban.
Eau-de-vie de pomme
Apple brandy from St-Sulpice (Val-de-Travers). Characteristic, intense flavour. As a digestive, chilled.
Eau-de-vie de coing
Quince brandy from St-Sulpice (Val-de-Travers). Refined, fragrant flavour. As a digestive, chilled.
Eau-de-vie d’abricot
Luizet apricot brandy from Nendaz (Valais). Intense, fruity flavour. As a digestive, chilled. For dessert, to flavour.
Eau-de-vie de mirabelle
Mirabelle plum brandy from Travers (Val-de-Travers). Intense, fruity flavour. As a digestive, chilled. For dessert, to flavour.
Our activities
Our distillery is open all year round and we welcome you to our premises every day of the week by appointment. Contact us to make a reservation!
Located in Couvet, Val-de-Travers, the village where the first distillery was built in the 18th century, the Officine de Verre is an astonishing cellar and museum. Come and discover the world of absinthe, traditional distillation and pharmacy.
Come and taste authentic, original and subtle absinthes as well as our artisanal eaux-de-vie. Accompanied by a host of fascinating anecdotes about the history of this emblematic drink.
Our garden and reception rooms are ideal for events in summer or winter, in a warm, original and unforgettable setting. For a tasting, an aperitif or a corporate evening, we can organise your event
Our history
The old pharmacy
The discovery area
The collection
Aromatic plants
The DistAB Sàrl distillery was founded in 2005 by five absinthe enthusiasts who wanted to share their passion for a product that had been banned for too long.
After many years of passion and clandestinity, Pierre-André Stauffer passed the baton to his son, who remained faithful to the tradition of the distillers of the time.
More than fifty years of experience and anecdotes will take you into the fantastic world of absinthe in fairyland.
Contact us now!
Guided tour of the distillery and tasting by appointment.
Languages: French, German or English
Duration: 1h00 to 1h30
Price: CHF 10 per person or CHF 7 for groups of 25 or more.
Contact us now!
Guided tour of the distillery and tasting by appointment.
Languages: French, German or English
Duration: 1h00 to 1h30
Price: CHF 10 per person or CHF 7 for groups of 25 or more.
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