Star Anise

Spicy Notes

Star anise has a distinctly sweet, warm, and spicy aroma reminiscent of licorice. It offers a sharp, penetrating scent with a strong medicinal and slightly woody undertone. The fragrance is intense, crisp, and has a cooling sensation that is both exotic and comforting.

Star anise is derived from the fruit of the Illicium verum tree, native to southwest China and northeast Vietnam. The star-shaped fruit is harvested, dried, and then typically steam distilled to extract its essential oil. The extraction process preserves its distinctive spicy and sweet aromatic compounds.

Star Anise

Fragrances with Star Anise