: a Eurasian annual herb (Pimpinella anisum) of the carrot family having carminative and aromatic seeds
also
: aniseed
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Bright ruby red/light purple; aromas of plum, myrtle, juniper, fennel, anise and lavender.
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Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
The wine features a robust blend of dark fruit, smoke, and anise.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Then to my nose, the peppermint and anise emerge, creating an aromatic quality that somehow avoids smelling like a candy cane (my initial fear).
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 21 Mar. 2025
Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon Family Estate Grown 2021 (St. Helena, Napa Valley) - Bright, deep purple; gorgeous aromas of black currant, myrtle, anise and violet.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
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Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
The wine features a robust blend of dark fruit, smoke, and anise.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Then to my nose, the peppermint and anise emerge, creating an aromatic quality that somehow avoids smelling like a candy cane (my initial fear).
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 21 Mar. 2025
Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon Family Estate Grown 2021 (St. Helena, Napa Valley) - Bright, deep purple; gorgeous aromas of black currant, myrtle, anise and violet.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
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“Anise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anise. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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