What is Anise Star: sometimes referred to as star anise, is a star-shaped dark brown pod with eight segments. It is used in Chinese, Indian, and Indonesian cuisine and is a common ingredient in garam masala and Chinese five spice blends. We carry Illicium Verum, which is often referred to as Chinese star anise, although ours mostly comes from Vietnam.

What is Anise Star: sometimes referred to as star anise, is a star-shaped dark brown pod with eight segments. It is used in Chinese, Indian, and Indonesian cuisine and is a common ingredient in garam masala and Chinese five spice blends. We carry Illicium Verum, which is often referred to as Chinese star anise, although ours mostly comes from Vietnam.Ingredients: Organic Anise Star.