Disclaimer: Do not try this. If you choose to try this, you are on your own and you’re probably not too bright. I do not condone this behavior. Any time you mix fire and alcohol, you’re asking for trouble.
That said, it was pretty cool.
On a night out in Amsterdam, I met a couple guys who worked for the US military. Unlike 95% of the crowd at the clubs, these guys were close to my age. They’re stationed in the Netherlands working for Nato, with their families still back in the States.
While we talked, I learned about a very cool drinking trick called the Statue of Liberty. It was completely new to me, although I may have to show it off at parties eventually.
- Order a shot of Sambuca, in a glass large enough to dip your fingers into the liquid.
- Dip your first two fingers into the Sambuca, coating them. Sambuca is a bit syrupy, so it’ll stick to them fairly well. Keep your fingers pointed down so that the liquid doesn’t run down your hand and arm.
- Using a candle or other available flame, ignite the Sambuca on your fingers. The flame will burn the alcohol, but not your fingers (as long as you don’t take too long).
- Hold your fingers in the air like the Statue of Liberty while you down the shot with your other hand.
- Put your fingers out by shaking them before permanent damage occurs.
- Collect accolades and admiration.
Do I have to tell you once again NOT to do this?
You did this didnt you?
maaayyyybeee…
You definately did this! (I would too… you have to try everything at least once!!!)
Kirsty – No Place To Be´s last [type] ..Random Traveller 15
Well, I don’t know about everything but this one definitely qualifies as a cool party trick – in the Jackass vein of things, anyway.
Light my hand on fire?? Mmm maybe not but I will tell other people it can be done.
ayngelina´s last [type] ..Too Lazy for Ometepe
It is fascinating to watch, that’s for sure. I always like learning new stuff
I had NOT heard of this before, yet can’t guarantee I won’t try it the next time I’m drinking Sambuca – which is never a good idea, so why not light myself on fire as well?!
Matt´s last [type] ..Reaching 25 Countries By the Age of 25- Experiences Along The Way Part 1
Well, I’m not a shot drinker but I made an exception for this one.
My best friend used to light her acrylic fingernails on fire as a party trick. Of course, she was usually quite drunk at the time.
Wow, that’s another one that just seems like all kinds of bad idea!