Anise Seed OG

Native to the Mediterranean, Pimpinella anisum has been cultivated throughout Egypt for thousands of years. Now grown worldwide, anise seed has become a commonly used spice for its aromatics. Anise seeds have a sweet taste, reminiscent of fennel and licorice, and are often used in baking, tincturing, and cordials. Sometimes spelled aniseed, the spice can be used whole or ground just before use. Anise is a member of the family of plants that includes carrots, caraway, cumin, dill, fennel, and cilantro. It has a strong licorice-like flavor and scent, and the essential oil is used to flavor licorice candy. Foods with licorice flavoring often contain anise and not any licorice at all. Whole, dried fruits (seeds) can be used whole or ground just before use. Anise is used in French carrot dishes, East Indian curries, Hispanic stews, and Scandinavian breads. It balances the flavors of bay leaf and cinnamon. Anise is also used to flavor liqueurs such as ouzo, anisette, pastis, Pernod, Ricard,