1 / 4Antica Sambuca Black Liquorice Sambuca, 70cl
Antica Sambuca Black Liquorice Sambuca is a 70cl liqueur described as combining anise with spicy black liquorice notes. It is presented for serving neat, chilled or in cocktails, so it suits buyers looking for a pronounced liquorice-and-anise flavour rather than a neutral mixer.
At a glance
- The listing describes a purplish-black liqueur with assertive anise and spicy liquorice-root notes.
- Suggested uses include serving neat or chilled and mixing into cocktails such as a Liquorice Fashioned.
- The listing identifies Rossi d’Asiago distillery as its producer in Italy.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Distinctive black liquorice and anise profile for drinkers who prefer bold, sweet-leaning spirits.
- Can be served neat or used in cocktails, according to the listing.
- Customer feedback reports a rich taste and describes it as a party-friendly after-dinner drink.
Technical specifications
6 specifications| Brand | Antica Sambuca |
|---|---|
| Bottle size | 70cl |
| Flavour | Black liquorice |
| Colour | purplish-black |
|---|---|
| Tasting notes | assertive and velvety, with predominant notes of anice and spicy hints given by the licorice roots infusion |
| Serving suggestions | Neat, Frozen or Flaming |
What to know before buying
- The listed serving suggestions include flaming. The source provides no further instructions for that method, so do not treat it as a detailed preparation guide.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Sambuca drinkers seeking pronounced liquorice and anise notes.
- Buyers looking for a distinctive after-dinner pour or a liquorice-flavoured cocktail ingredient.
Less suited to
- People who prefer mild, neutral or non-anise spirits.
- Buyers who need a stated alcohol-by-volume figure, which is not provided in the supplied product details.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights a strong liquorice flavour and rich taste, with some describing the drink as a lively party or after-dinner choice and reporting good value. Experiences of how quickly it is consumed are mixed. This flavour-led feedback fits the listing's anise and liquorice profile, but does not establish a particular serving strength or alcohol percentage.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the strong liquorice flavour and rich taste.
- Some feedback describes it as a good-value choice and an after-dinner talking point.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback on how long the bottle lasts is mixed, with some saying it goes down well and others that it does not last long.
Frequently asked questions
What flavour does this Sambuca have?
The listing describes assertive anise with spicy notes from liquorice-root infusion. Customer feedback also highlights a strong liquorice flavour and rich taste.
How can it be served?
The listing suggests serving it neat, frozen or flaming, and also proposes chilled servings and cocktails. It gives no detailed instructions for flaming.
Is an alcohol percentage stated?
No alcohol-by-volume figure appears in the supplied product details.
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