Quick Facts
Type
Other
ABV
38.00%
Alcoholic
Yes
Used in
8 cocktails
Calories/100ml
310.00 kcal
Sambuca
An Italian anise-flavored liqueur with intense licorice sweetness and a clean, herbal warmth. Traditionally served with three coffee beans (the Romani tradition of con la mosca, 'with the fly'). Used in shooters, espresso cocktails, and digestif pours. Flaming Sambuca is a classic bar trick.
Flavor Profile
Intense anise and licorice nose with elderflower and warm spice. Palate is sweet with concentrated star anise, fennel, and herbal warmth. Long, lingering finish with numbing anise depth.
Sweet
7/10
Bitter
1/10
Strong
6/10
