Star Anise

At a glance

Star Anise is a sweet, licorice-like spice material steam-distilled from Illicium verum pods, adding an aniseed sweetness to gourmand blends.

Origin

Illicium verum seed pods, primarily China and Vietnam

Extraction

Steam distillation

Profile

Sweet, licorice-like anise scent

IFRA status

Not restricted

Cost tier

Low