Anise

Note deriving from a plant, also known as aniseed, which smells rather like licorice, it’s referenced in many cuisines, especially Middle Eastern, German, Italian and Indian, and in drinks such as pastis and ouzo.

Anise adds characteristic notes in chypres, aromatics and gourmands. Related notes such as Star Anise and Fennel are also found in this category. The related scent of licorice is ofter richer, and can be found here.