Banned for human consumption in many countries including the US as brain lesions have been attributed to the consumption of absinthe. Should in particular be avoided by pregnant women and individuals with liver disease. Leaves and flowers. Has a bitter, astringent taste with a mild aroma. Used in place of hops.
Flowers have a stronger aroma and bitterness than the leaves.
Try 2 ounces dried herb boiled for 30 minutes per 5 gallons. Mosher, Randy, The Brewer's Companion , Alephenalia Publications, Seattle, 1995. Norman, Jill, The Complete Book of Spices , Viking Studio Books, New York, 1991.