anise
Description:
sweet, soft, licorice, mild
Olfactive Profile:
The scent of aniseed, rich in anethol, reminiscent of licorice. It belongs to the same family of scents as tarragon and fennel (also rich in anethol). With its sweet taste and unique aroma, anise is instantly recognizable in fragrances. Anise is described as having a sweet, soft, mild, and yet extremely powerful scent.
Facts:
Star anise is the seed pod from the fruit of an evergreen shrub native to Southwest China. It is commonly grown in China, Southeast Asia, and Japan and is harvested by hand. It is widely used in cuisines across the world and is an essential ingredient in Vietnamese pho and Indian masala chai.
