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Sambuca Romana Recipe

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Sep 17 2025

3h

Serves 8

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Recipe information

Make Sambuca Romana in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Base Ingredients

Flavoring Ingredients

Preparation

Preparation

1. Infusing Anise Flavor

In a medium saucepan, combine the anise seeds and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes to extract the flavor from the seeds.

2. Straining the Mixture

Remove the saucepan from heat. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl to remove the anise seeds. Allow the liquid to cool to room temperature.

Combining Ingredients

3. Mixing the Base

In the cooled anise infusion, add the sugar and stir until fully dissolved. This will create a sweet base for your Sambuca.

4. Adding the Alcohol and Flavorings

Slowly pour in the neutral spirit while stirring continuously. Next, add the star anise pods, split vanilla bean, and coffee beans. Stir to combine all ingredients well.

Bottling and Aging

5. Bottling

Using a funnel, pour the Sambuca mixture into clean glass bottles. Seal tightly with caps or corks.

6. Aging

Allow the Sambuca to age for at least 2 weeks in a cool, dark place. This aging process will help the flavors meld together.

Serving

7. Serving Suggestions

Once aged, serve your homemade Sambuca chilled in small glasses or as a shot. Optionally, you can garnish with coffee beans or serve with water to dilute the sweetness.

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