Antica Black Sambuca
Antica Black Sambuca is a bold, luxurious Italian anise liqueur infused with star anise, liquorice root, elderberries, and Mediterranean herbs, delivering a rich, dark twist on a classic sambuca. Bottled at 38% ABV, it balances deep liquorice sweetness with refined anise brightness and smooth texture.
Produced by Antiche Distillerie Russo (Rossi D’Asiago) - masters of Italian liqueur since 1868 and now part of the Illva Saronno Group - Antica Black Sambuca represents the perfect harmony of heritage and modern style.
Whether served neat, flambéed, or as a striking cocktail component, Antica Black Sambuca offers sophisticated indulgence and unmistakable Italian flair - a dark, elegant expression for the true connoisseur.
Italy
700ml
38% ABV
NVAntica Black Sambuca is a bold, contemporary interpretation of the traditional Italian sambuca — rich, dark, and irresistibly smooth. Crafted by Antiche Distillerie Russo in the heart of Italy’s Veneto region, it combines classic star anise intensity with natural liquorice and elderberry depth, resulting in a full-bodied, aromatic liqueur of striking character and visual allure.
Known for its sleek presentation and modern flavour balance, Antica Black Sambuca captures both the artistry of Italian distilling and the flair of contemporary mixology. It’s an indulgent, sophisticated expression that bridges old-world tradition with new-world style.
Produced by Antiche Distillerie Russo (also known as Rossi D’Asiago), Antica Sambuca represents over a century of Italian distilling excellence. Founded in Asiago, Veneto, in 1868, the distillery is celebrated for its mastery of herbal infusions and meticulous attention to ingredient quality.
Now part of the Illva Saronno Group, Antica Sambuca continues to blend time-honoured Italian craftsmanship with modern innovation, making it one of the most awarded sambuca brands globally. The Black Sambuca variant showcases the distillery’s ability to innovate while preserving authentic Italian flavour.
Style: Italian Anise Liqueur (Black Sambuca)
Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Producer: Antiche Distillerie Russo (Antica Sambuca / Rossi D’Asiago, Illva Saronno Group)
Distillation / Production: Triple-distilled neutral spirit infused with star anise, liquorice root, elderberries, and selected herbs and spices; sweetened with pure cane sugar for balance and depth
Base Spirit: Neutral grain spirit
Maturation: Rested post-distillation for flavour harmonisation
Cask Influence: None — focus on purity of botanical infusion
Filtration / Proofing: Cold-filtered for smoothness and clarity
Appearance: Deep ebony with violet highlights
ABV: 38 %
Nose:
Rich star anise, soft liquorice, and subtle herbal undertones with hints of molasses.
Palate:
Smooth and full-bodied — bold anise balanced by deep liquorice sweetness, elderberry fruitiness, and a touch of warming spice. Silky mouthfeel with refined sweetness.
Finish:
Lingering and aromatic — intense anise and liquorice notes with a gentle herbal fade.
Overall Character:
Dark, refined, and seductive — the perfect blend of anise clarity and liquorice depth.
Neat:
Serve chilled, straight, or with three coffee beans (“con la mosca”) for tradition and symbolism.
Flambé:
Light briefly to release aromatic oils and enhance the liquorice aroma.
Cocktails:
Versatile in modern bar serves and Italian-inspired cocktails such as:
Black Flame Shot
Antica Espresso Martini
Sambuca Sour
Italian Mule (with ginger beer and lime)
Culinary Use:
Enhances desserts and pastries with anise depth; excellent over gelato or used in chocolate-based recipes.
Food Pairings:
Dark chocolate and coffee desserts
Almond biscotti
Citrus pastries or panna cotta
Occasions:
After-dinner digestif
Late-night cocktail serves
Celebratory Italian dining
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