Why are 3 coffee beans used?

Three coffee beans have traditionally been used in a Flaming Sambuca shot to represent health, happiness and prosperity.

Can I drink the shot while it is on fire?

No. Drinking the shot while it is still on fire is incredibly dangerous and can result in injury to yourself, or risk starting a fire if the fiery alcohol spills onto something flammable.

Are you supposed to eat the coffee beans?

Some people recommend eating the coffee beans which complement the anise flavored liqueur. However, you can leave them in the shot glass if you prefer.

Flaming Sambuca - The Littlest Crumb

Description

This Flaming Sambuca is a fiery two ingredient shot recipe that is great for a party. All you need is Sambuca, a few coffee beans and a match.

Ingredients

Scale

3 coffee beans
1 ½ oz Sambuca

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Add the coffee beans and Sambuca to a shot glass.
Using a match or a lighter, light the Sambuca on fire.
Let the shot burn for a few seconds, then extinguish the flame by putting the bottom of another cocktail glass on top of the shot.
Take the shot only once the flame has been entirely extinguished. Enjoy responsibly!

Notes

Safety: Do not drink the shot while it is still on fire. Do not spill any alcohol that is on fire as it can continue to burn and start a fire. Do not keep anything flammable around the flame. Do not use water to extinguish an alcohol fire; use baking soda or a fire extinguisher. Don’t let the shot burn for more than a few seconds, otherwise the glass can break.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Shot Recipes
Method: Mixed
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 shot
Calories: 160
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg