Anise Seed

Anise Seed comes from the dried fruits of the Pimpinella anisum plant, prized for its sweet, licorice‑like aroma and flavor. Our anise seed is offered in both whole and finely ground powder forms to suit diverse culinary, beverage, and botanical applications. Naturally aromatic and flavorful, anise seed has a long history in traditional herbal and cultural uses. Its distinctive taste enhances teas, baked goods, spice blends, and savory dishes, while also inspiring creative herbal preparations and personal care formulations.

UPC: 084783000068.

Origin(s): Egypt, Turkey.

Latin Name(s): Pimpinella anisum.

Also known as:  Anisum vulgare, aniseed, sweet cumin, chinese anise, & anisi fructose.

Plant Part(s) Used: Seed.

Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics.

Appearance: Greenish brown, brownish grey to yellow tan.

Aroma: Aromatic, anethole.

Taste: Slightly sweet & aromatic.

GMO Status: Non-GMO.

Allergen: None.

Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.

Applications / Preparations: Anise Seed, in both whole and powdered forms, may be used for culinary, beverage, herbal, and personal care applications. Preparation methods vary depending on the form selected. Because external uses vary widely, customers should research reliable sources for preparation and usage methods.

Internal Use — Whole Seed
Adults may take 1 teaspoon (approximately 1.5–2 g) once or twice daily (totaling roughly 1.5–4 g/day).

To prepare as a tea, place 1 teaspoon (approx. 1.5–2 g) of whole seed in 8–12 fl. oz. of boiling water. Cover and steep for 5–10 minutes, then strain and serve. Enjoy 1–2 cups daily.

Internal Use — Powder
Adults may take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approximately 1–2 g) once or twice daily (totaling roughly 2–4 g/day).

Capsules: For encapsulation, follow capsule machine manufacturer instructions. One teaspoon of powder is approximately 2 g, though weight may vary by density.

Powder in beverages/foods: Mix 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approx. 1–2 g) of powder into 8 fl. oz (240 ml) of water, juice, or blended into a smoothie. Stir or blend thoroughly and consume immediately.

Anise Seed, in both whole and powdered forms, may be incorporated in infused oils, sachets, baths, compresses, or other topical preparations. Because external uses vary widely, we encourage customers to research the best method and proportions for their needs.

Both whole and powdered Anise Seed may be blended into teas, herbal beverages, smoothies, broths, or other foods; incorporated into baked goods, breads, cookies, sauces, dressings, spice blends, and confections; used as a natural flavoring or aroma enhancer; added to culinary infusions; used in potpourri or aromatic sachets; included in DIY skincare, bath, and hair care products such as scrubs, masks, lotions, bath salts, or soaks.

Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. 

Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer.

A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly.

A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present. 

Warning: No known precautions. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.