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Aniseed Water
Illicium verum is a medium-sized native evergreen tree of northeast Vietnam and southwest China. A spice commonly called star anise, star anise seed, or Chinese star anise that closely resembles anise in flavor is obtained from the star-shaped pericarp of the fruit of Illicium velum which are harvested just before ripening. Star anise oil is a highly fragrant oil used in cooking, perfumery, soaps, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and skin creams. 90% of the world's star anise crop is used for extraction of shikimic acid, a chemical intermediate used in the synthesis of oseltamivir.
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Aniseed water Properties:
| Food Property | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Sweet | Aniseed water has a slightly sweet flavor with hints of licorice. |
| Bitter | Aniseed water can have a slightly bitter undertone. | |
| Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Aniseed water contains volatile compounds that give it its distinct aroma. |
| Nutritional Value | Micronutrients | Aniseed water may contain trace amounts of micronutrients such as iron and magnesium. |
| Color | Natural Pigments | Aniseed water may have a pale yellow or green color from natural pigments present in the seeds. |
| Cooking Behavior | Water Retention | Aniseed water is used more for flavoring beverages and dishes rather than for cooking, so its water retention properties may not be significant. |
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