Sambuca

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈsæmËŒbjuː.kÉ™/

Origin

From Italian sambuca, from Latin sambūcus ("elderberry").

Full definition of sambuca

Noun

1. An Italian liqueur made from elderberries and flavoured with licorice. Traditionally served with 3 coffee beans that represent health, wealth and fortune.

Hypernyms

• ammazzacaffè