Absinthe falls into the same category as gin and Unicum Swack in Sailors trustworthy classification, based 100% on my own experiences.
For some reason i can't tell this thread made me want to listen this good ole song:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wr-kn...layer_embedded
edit: Slivovitz of Kosovo goes into same category. I've had my share back then back there. I do not understand why did i have to drink poison to get myself into trouble while i could have drink some decent civilized drinks instead.