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?
