Herb or Spice
Star Anise
About This Entry
Star anise adds licorice sweetness to Chinese braises, pho, and mulled wine — its intense aroma pairs with Syrah, aromatic whites, and spice-tolerant reds.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Syrah Shiraz — Star anise licorice warmth suits Syrah in pho and braise spice accent.
Gewurztraminer also pairs well with Star Anise because star anise in pho spice also pairs with Gewürztraminer aromatic lift.
Anise — Star anise licorice warmth aligns with anise Gewürztraminer and Syrah spice.
Common Culinary Uses
- cinnamon
- pork loin
At a Glance
Group
Whole Spices
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Illicium verum
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Star Anise
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Whole Spices
- Scientific name
- Illicium verum
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent