anise seed

ground

4.8

Based on 11 reviews

portion

0.28 oz

50¢

shaker jar

1.5 oz

refill

1.5 oz

large refill

6 oz

$12

PACKAGING GUIDE

VARIANTS

whole

ground

Ground anise seed delivers the sweet, licorice-like flavor of whole anise seed in a finely milled form. Its distinct taste comes from anethole, the flavor compound responsible for its characteristic licorice notes, which are also found in fennel and star anise.

This aromatic powder is a versatile addition to both sweet and savory dishes. It’s a key ingredient in baked goods like biscotti and spice cakes, Mediterranean sauces, and spice rubs. Ground anise is also a classic choice for flavoring liqueurs such as ouzo and sambuca, adding a signature sweetness.

QUICK INFO

anise seed , ground

INGREDIENTS

Anise seed

TASTING NOTES

Sweet, licorice-like flavor with subtle hints of fennel and tarragon

AROMA

Aromatic and sweet, reminiscent of licorice and fennel

CHARACTERISTICS

Fine, light brown powder

PAIRINGS

Complements citrus fruits, pineapple, mint, figs, coconut, melon, carrots, goat cheese, seafood, lamb, and oysters

SUBSTITUTIONS

Fennel seeds or star anise can be used as alternatives, though they may impart slightly different flavors

USAGE

Incorporate into baked goods like biscotti and cakes; flavor liqueurs such as ouzo and sambuca; enhance savory dishes like sausages, stews, and sauces

PLANT PART

seed

PROCESSING / FORM

ground

BOTANICAL NAME

Pimpinella anisum

ORIGIN

Chile

BOTANICAL NAME

Pimpinella anisum

AKA

aniseed
anix
sweet cumin
white anise

This relative of parsley is an annual herb with feathery leaves and white flowers that grow in dense umbels. It is primarily cultivated for its fruits which when harvested and dried are called anise seed (or aniseed) and are used as a spice. They are prized for their licorice-like flavor and aroma which is similar to fennel, caraway, and to the unrelated but similarly named: star anise.

Anise features large as a for flavoring Mediterranean and Middle Eastern alcoholic beverages such as the Greek aperitif ouzo, the liqueur anisette, and raki, which is the national drink of Turkey. Anise is native to Egypt and the eastern Mediterranean; but it is now grown around the world, including Russia, China, the United States and South America.

CONFUSIONS

A lick of licorice
Anise and star anise are not the same spice, nor are they related species despite the similar name and flavor profile. They do both contain the organic compound anethole, which gives them their similar licorice flavor.

Fennel is another spice that contains anethole. It is a seed that is often confused with anise—due to its similar flavor profile and also to its similar appearance. Fennel seed is considerably larger and often brighter in color than anise seed. Anise seed, in addition to being smaller, also tends to have a small bit of stem "tail" attached to one end; whereas this happens only occasionally with fennel, it is much more frequent in anise seed.

Since anise seed is more expensive to produce than star anise, star anise has surpassed anise in production for anethole extraction and for commercial use in flavoring food products. Anethole is reputedly multiple times sweeter than sugar with the distinction of having a pleasant flavor at higher concentrations.

USAGE HINT

Blend ground anise seed into cookie dough for a licorice-kissed twist, or whisk it into warm milk and sugar for a comforting spiced beverage.

QUICK FACT

Anethole, the aromatic compound that gives anise, star anise, fennel and licorice its flavor, is highly soluble in alcohol but not very soluble in water. Drinks that combine anise-liqueurs with water or ice will result in cloudy liquid called the ouzo effect.

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5.0

fennel seed

ground

Whole fennel seed has a mild licorice flavor. Its woodsy pungency and anise-like sweetness can be added to savory or sweet dishes.

0.25 oz - PORTION$0.50

1.5 oz - JAR$5

1.5 oz - REFILL$4

6 oz - REFILL$13

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4.8

french grey salt

dried

fine grain

This artisanal mineral rich sea salt is harvested by hand using centuries-old traditional methods. Its tang is briny and full-flavored. Use it as an all natural, unrefined alternative to common commercial salt.

0.5 oz - PORTION$0.50

3.5 oz - JAR$3

3.5 oz - REFILL$2

16 oz - REFILL$8

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4.7

licorice root

chopped

A popular herb, with a sweet camphor flavor, reminiscent of either anise and fennel.

0.09 oz - PORTION$0.50

1.4 oz - JAR$4

1.4 oz - REFILL$3

4 oz - REFILL$10

0.09 oz - PORTION $0.50

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4.9

lemon peels

chopped

Dried lemon peel has the distinct, bright and tangy aroma that is characteristic of fresh lemons. It is commonly used in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking.

0.09 oz - PORTION$0.50

1.2 oz - JAR$4

1.2 oz - REFILL$3

6 oz - REFILL$9

0.09 oz - PORTION $0.50

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4.9

nutmeg

ground

Nutmeg has a warm, sweet, slightly pungent aroma and taste. Ground nutmeg is a clumpy, light colored, orange-brown powder.

0.32 oz - PORTION$0.50

2 oz - JAR$6