sambuca (Meaning)
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sambuca (n)
an Italian liqueur made with elderberries and flavored with licorice
Synonyms & Antonyms of sambuca
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sambuca Sentence Examples
- The aniseed-flavored liqueur called sambuca is a popular ingredient in cocktails.
- Nonino's Sambuca Extra is considered a premium sambuca and is made using a secret family recipe.
- A traditional Italian way to enjoy sambuca is to set it aflame and drop it into a cup of espresso.
- The distinctive aroma of sambuca is due to the presence of star anise, which imparts a sweet and licorice-like flavor.
- Sambuca can be used as a digestif after a meal to aid in digestion.
- The word "sambuca" is derived from the Latin name for the elderberry plant, which is used to make the liqueur.
- While most sambucas are clear, some contain herbs or spices that give them a distinctive color or flavor, such as Molinari Sambuca Nera (black).
- One popular cocktail that uses sambuca is the "Conterno," which combines sambuca with coffee liqueur and whipped cream.
- Sambuca is also used in baking, such as in Sambuca Tiramisu or Sambuca Biscotti.
- The classic Sambuca Alexander cocktail combines sambuca with crème de cacao and cream, producing a rich and creamy beverage.
FAQs About the word sambuca
an Italian liqueur made with elderberries and flavored with licorice
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The aniseed-flavored liqueur called sambuca is a popular ingredient in cocktails.
Nonino's Sambuca Extra is considered a premium sambuca and is made using a secret family recipe.
A traditional Italian way to enjoy sambuca is to set it aflame and drop it into a cup of espresso.
The distinctive aroma of sambuca is due to the presence of star anise, which imparts a sweet and licorice-like flavor.
