Absinthe hallucination, such a frequent theme! Quality absinthe liquor, properly distilled, does have a different effect over and above the results of alcohol, though, at up to 70%, the effects of the alcohol alone can be considerable. Absinthe's effects, despite popular conception, are not due to the wormwood alone. Absinthe's constituents consist of a very delicate balance of various herbs, most of which contribute in one way or another to its intoxicating effects. It is a push-me, pull-you effect of the various herbs, as some are of a heightening effect, and others are lowering. The effect on the individual is subjective, and can best be described as a kind of heightened clarity of mind and vision, mildly ponderous and sparkling, and warmed by the effect of the alcohol. Same may even call it absinthe hallucination. This seems to wear off after 20 or 30 minutes, leaving one with an alcohol buzz. Usually, 2-3 glasses of absinthe drink seems to do the trick. More than that, depending on the proof of the absinthe alcohol, absinthe will just make you very drunk.