Anise extract

Anise essence is a concentrated liquid extract obtained from the seeds of the anise plant (Pimpinella anisum), primarily used as a flavoring in cooking and baking. It has a sweet, fresh, and slightly spicy flavor that adds a characteristic touch to various culinary preparations and beverages.

Anise is native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Western Asia, and its cultivation has spread widely to various parts of the world, especially in Europe, North Africa, and Latin America.

In cooking, anise essence is highly valued for its ability to enhance flavors in desserts, breads, liqueurs, and sauces. Furthermore, it is commonly used in the preparation of traditional sweets, such as cakes, cookies, and all kinds of pastries. Its delicate aroma and intense flavor make it an essential ingredient in recipes that require a special and distinctive touch.

From a nutritional standpoint, anise essence has digestive and carminative properties, helping to relieve stomach discomfort and aiding digestion, although its use in cooking is primarily for its aromatic contribution.

Regarding its synonyms in Spanish from Latin America, anise essence may also be known simply as anise extract or sweet anise essence, depending on the region, but "anise essence" is the most universal and commonly used term.