Star Anise (Illicium verum) is a distinctive star-shaped spice valued in tea and culinary traditions for its bold aroma and naturally sweet, liquorice-like flavour profile. When brewed, it produces a smooth, warming infusion with layered spice notes and a gentle lingering sweetness. In Chinese and Ayurvedic herbal traditions Star Anise is used to support digestion and ease bloating.

Digestion: In TCM Star Anise is known as a warming and calming herb for the digestive system. It’s traditionally used for abdominal discomfort, bloating, gas, colic and vomiting.

Circulatory: Traditionally being known as a warming herb it is used in TCM to disperse internal cold, regulate body temperature and increase circulation.

Respiratory: Traditionally used in herbal medicine as an expectorant and antispasmodic for respiratory discomfort, and coughs. Historically it is said to have been used for respiratory and digestive spasms.

Antioxidant: In traditional research Star Anise is known to contain many plant compounds which show antioxidant activity potentially countering oxidative processes.

Our organic star anise is carefully selected to deliver a clean, fragrant cup that highlights the natural complexity of this traditional botanical ingredient.