A Bottle in the Sea

The Maison de l'Absinthe invites you to discover the incredible odyssey of a cargo of absinthe, which left the mythical lands of Couvet and Pontarlier in 1871. Embark aboard the majestic three-masted ship Marie-Thérèse and follow the journey of these precious bottles, silent witnesses of a bygone era.

Relive the excitement of the treasure hunters who, in 1991, rescued these relics from their watery tomb. Admire the survivor, this bottle of absinthe that has crossed the ages to deliver its secrets to us, proudly displayed at the heart of our exhibition.

This unique exhibition will transport you to the tumult of the 19th century, making you experience the anguish of the shipwreck and the euphoria of discovery. It is a real dive into history, where each bottle tells a fascinating epic.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to travel back in time and experience the very essence of adventure. Come and discover the exhibition that brings the myth of absinthe back to life and celebrates its incredible journey through the centuries!