: a Eurasian annual herb (Pimpinella anisum) of the carrot family having carminative and aromatic seeds
also
: aniseed
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Soto appreciates the earthy notes, mesquite aromas, and lingering anise.
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Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu, Bon Appétit, 18 Feb. 2025
Perhaps the anise won’t mind the heavy pruning but the cordyline, most likely a Ti plant, is not going to be happy.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2025
The aromatic profile is layered with enticing notes of blackberry preserves, raspberry, violet, cocoa, anise, and cherry wood.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Best for: Bloat, gas Key ingredients: Peppermint leaf, lemon balm, fennel, anise (licorice), and caraway
Pros: Vegan; affordable
Cons: The pills may have a strong smell and taste.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 31 Jan. 2025
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Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu, Bon Appétit, 18 Feb. 2025
Perhaps the anise won’t mind the heavy pruning but the cordyline, most likely a Ti plant, is not going to be happy.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2025
The aromatic profile is layered with enticing notes of blackberry preserves, raspberry, violet, cocoa, anise, and cherry wood.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Best for: Bloat, gas Key ingredients: Peppermint leaf, lemon balm, fennel, anise (licorice), and caraway
Pros: Vegan; affordable
Cons: The pills may have a strong smell and taste.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Glamour, 31 Jan. 2025
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“Anise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anise. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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