The Spice Way Star Anise - whole star anise (3 oz) great for baking and tea

I’ve been using the Spice Way Whole Star Anise (3 oz) for baking, slow-simmered teas, and soups—and it’s an aromatic essential in my kitchen. The pods are glossy and plump, and the scent that hits you when you open the resealable bag is delightfully fresh. Each star has a rich, licorice-like flavor with warm cinnamon and clove undertones that deepen dishes beautifully. It has high quality, great health benefits, perfect size, and color.What I love most is how versatile it is. I’ve added one pod to my chai blend, used it in homemade pho, and ground it carefully for holiday cookies. Unlike the powdered version, the whole star gives a slow infusion of flavor, and it’s easy to fish out pods before serving. The resealable packaging keeps everything fresh, and I’ve had no issues with fading taste even weeks after opening.

The star anise is fresh, whole, and very fragrant. Perfect for cooking and tea. Excellent quality and I’ll definitely order again.

Good quality and affordable. Even though some were broken, that doesn’t impact the flavor. I plan on grinding them anyway to make my own 5 spice powder.

This is a beautiful delicious spice, especially from the company I buy them to make desserts. Highly recommend this one.

Im actually not using these so much for cooking or flavoring although occaisionally do. The problem is my rice keeps getting rice weevils and cloves and star anise in the bag with the rice prevents it. Smell super potent

The spice pieces were intact and had a nice fresh smell. I do a lot of canning and preserving and the appearance of the spices is important to me because it makes the jars look really beautiful.

Super fresh and fragrant! Thank you!

Delicious quality item!!!