Star Anise Pods Whole Organic Dried Star Anise | Illicium verum | Kitchen & Hearth Stillroom Herb

Star Anise Pods ·  Illicium verum

Stillroom Herb Cabinet

 Drawer IV · Kitchen & Hearth

Warm, spiced, and quietly comforting—these whole star-shaped pods bring depth and sweetness to the stillroom, a familiar presence in winter kitchens and simmering pots.

Stillroom Overview

Whole organic star anise pods, carefully dried and gathered for kitchen, hearth, and stillroom use. Warm, aromatic, and naturally caffeine-free, star anise is treasured for herbal tea, simmer pots, mulling blends, and traditional culinary preparations.

Prepared in small batches at Lizzy Lane Farm and wrapped in the quiet style of an old stillroom.

Practical Uses

–Steep gently for herbal tea
– Simmer in broths, stews, mulled cider, or syrups
– Add whole pods to simmer pots or mulling blends
– Use in potpourri, incense, or botanical craft
– Grind fresh as a culinary spice

Herbal Details

Botanical Name: Illicium verum
Origin: Vietnam
Status: Certified Organic
Caffeine: Naturally caffeine-free

Packaging

Each portion is sealed in a food-safe inner pouch for freshness, then wrapped in kraft paper, secured with a brass fastener, and tied with twine. We recommend transferring to a glass jar for long-term keeping.

Stillroom Note

Star anise is a winter staple in our stillroom—kept close for evening teas, slow-simmered broths, and quiet mornings when warmth matters most.

Suggested Pairings

Cinnamon Sticks
Dried Orange Peel
Clove Buds
Ginger Root