Explanations:

Absinthe, a distilled spirit traditionally made with wormwood, was banned in many countries due to its purported hallucinogenic effects. However, thujone, the compound thought responsible for these effects, is present in very low concentrations in absinthe and is unlikely to cause hallucinations. The myth likely arose due to absinthe's high alcohol content and its association with bohemian artists and writers who may have exaggerated its effects.