Definition: Also known as "aniseed," anise seeds are used to flavor some tisanes ("herbal teas") and teas, as well as some coffees. Most people compare the flavor of anise seeds to licorice or fennel seeds, but some say it is also reminiscent of tarragon. Aniseed is unrelated to star anise, which is also used to flavor certain teas. However, anise leaves are from the same plant as anise seeds, and are sometimes also used as a tisane or as an ingredient used to flavor tea.
Health Benefits of Anise
Anise seeds are traditionally used to aid in lactation. (If you are lactating, do not use this herb without consulting an herbalist and a pediatrician first.) They are also said to soothe stomachaches, help relieve symptoms of IBS and treat menstrual cramps.
Anise Seed Drink Recipes
Anise seeds are used in coffee, tea, tisanes and Mexican hot chocolates.
Anise-flavored sweets are common in Moroccan cuisine, and can be paired with coffee or tea. Similarly, anise biscotti is delicious with coffee.
Health Benefits of Anise
Anise seeds are traditionally used to aid in lactation. (If you are lactating, do not use this herb without consulting an herbalist and a pediatrician first.) They are also said to soothe stomachaches, help relieve symptoms of IBS and treat menstrual cramps.
Anise Seed Drink Recipes
Anise seeds are used in coffee, tea, tisanes and Mexican hot chocolates.
- Middle Eastern Anise "Herbal Tea" Recipe
- Middle Eastern Cinnamon-Anise Tisane Recipe
- Cafe Anise / French Coffee Recipe
- Champurrado Anise Hot Chocolate Recipe
Anise-flavored sweets are common in Moroccan cuisine, and can be paired with coffee or tea. Similarly, anise biscotti is delicious with coffee.
Also Known As: Pimpinella anisum, aniseed, spice anise
