Star Anise Herbal Tea - Scrap

Star Anise Scrap

BOTANICAL NAME: Illicium Verum

The Star Anise scrap consists of the crushing into coarse pieces of the star anise, to make the infuzione of the product more intense.

It is a tropical plant native to East Asia so commonly called for the characteristic of its eight-armed star-shaped fruits (each petal contains a seed) from which the homonymous spice is obtained that is used to flavor dishes, prepare herbal teas and an effective essential oil. At the time of flowering the flowers are white in color and then ripen and turn into a woody consistency. 

Anise seeds  are very aromatic and have a strong and rather minted taste, similar to that of licorice.

The increasingly widespread use of this spice is due to its therapeutic properties and its unmistakable scent, rich in nuances with notes of licorice, wood and fennel. 

Among the main properties of star anise:

- Expectorant: prevents the formation of free radicals. 

- Reduces abdominal bloating and headaches from poor digestion.

- Relieves flu and colds.

- Digestive and carminative: used against bloating and abdominal spasms.

- Effectively stimulates diuresis, so it should be consumed in extreme moderation.

Star anise is also a natural stimulant and has very powerful diuretic properties, so limited use is recommended.

Star Anise Scrap: Preparation

Star anise herbal tea is recommended before going to sleep as an aid to relax and fight insomnia. The therapeutic properties of star anise can be accentuated by exploiting it for the preparation of herbal teas in combination with other spices (eg ginger).

For a proper preparation, just one gram of star anise powder to be dissolved in at least 200 milliliters of water brought to a boil. It can be consumed with the addition of a little ginger or honey to increase its purifying and anti-inflammatory effects for the oral cavity.

Star anise in the kitchen can be used both whole and ground to flavor meat and soups, enhancing their flavor; excellent for the preparation of biscuits, but also cakes and cocktails. forward, boiling two pods and after obtaining a fine powder, star anise can be added to broths, soups, soups and seasonal vegetables.