The Gin Box - Star Anise Individual Container

Star Anise or Chinese Star Anise is a native plant of China and Vietnam. It is considered a spice for medical and culinary use. The pod of the Star Anise has the shape of an irregular star, with up to eight tips, and a span of up to 3 centimetres. These pods are hard and the colour of rust. Botanically, the plant belongs to the "Illiciaceae" family. It has an aroma similar to that of anise, since it contains the same oil, although it is stronger here. The flavour is found in the seeds of the flower, which give out an anise-y taste. Its use gives a sweet and intense tang in the harmonization of the drink. “The Gin Box” Star Anise is aimed at harmonizing the drink known as Gin Tonic. To this end it should be put in the glass used to prepare the drink.