The subtle flavor of anise characterizes this traditional Sambuca of Molinare - produced by the secret family recipe. It is drunk straight, on ice or espresso. The Sambuca is distilled from anise and star anise and its characteristic taste is rounded off with aromatic spices. The origins of the clear liquor are in Lazio. It received its name from the same ships of the Saracens, in the Middle Ages brought spices to Latium, which are necessary for the production of Sambuca. It is often con la mosca drunk, which means "to fly" and refers to the serving of several, usually three coffee beans. By chewing the beans while drinking the bitter flavor of the beans mixed with the sweetness of Sambuca in perfect harmony. According to legend, the flaming Sambuca, because when serving three birds sat on the glass that had been attracted by the sweetness of the liqueur.