Star Anise
STAR ANISE
DESCRIPTION: Aromatic, star-shaped spice with an intense fragrance, featuring sweet and slightly spicy notes. Widely used in Asian cuisine, confectionery, and cocktails. Enhances infusions, stews, marinades, and desserts, providing a characteristic warm and exotic aroma.
FORMAT: 60g
INGREDIENTS: Healthy, clean, and dried "Illicium verum" fruits.
ORIGIN: China and Vietnam.
TASTING NOTES: It has a very intense, warm, and sweet aroma strongly reminiscent of licorice. Its flavor is potent, spicy, and leaves a refreshing sensation on the palate.
USES: It is a very decorative and aromatic spice. It is used in infusions for teas and drinks, in the preparation of desserts (such as compotes or rice pudding), and is essential in Asian cuisine for flavoring broths, soups (like Pho), and slow-cooked meats. It is also used in cocktails to add a sophisticated touch to mixed drinks.
STORAGE: Store in a dry, dark, and cool place.
ALLERGENS: May contain traces of Celery, Sesame, Gluten, and Mustard due to presence in facilities.
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