Aniseed vs Star Anise: What’s the Difference?
Posted by Renae Colbert on 29th Apr 2025
If you’ve ever reached for a sweet, liquorice-like flavour while blending teas or spices, you may have come across aniseed and star anise—two beautifully aromatic botanicals with similar notes but very different backgrounds. At The Herbal Connection, we often get asked about the difference between these two ingredients. While they may share a similar flavour profile, these herbs come from different plant families, regions, and traditions.
In this blog, we’ll walk you through wh
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