Normally, aging a liquor involves storing it in a cask inside ... spirit flavored by herbs such as caraway, fennel, dill, and ...

Thus, wormwood is a component of absinthe, along with fennel and anise seed. Given this connection, the spirit is sometimes called wormwood liquor. The spirit has a rich history. It all started ...

Star anise is more than just a fragrant spice in Asian cooking. It contains bioactive compounds that may help with infections, digestion, and overall well-being. Has shikimic acid, anethole, and ...

The theatrics alone make this starter ($9), accented with peaches and sweet peppers, a winner: A waiter pours the anise-flavored liquor over the salty cheese, [...] read more» ...