---
product_id: 213551450
title: "Star Anise - whole star anise (3 oz) great for baking and tea"
brand: "the spice way"
price: "A$13"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "The Spice Way"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/213551450-star-anise-whole-star-anise-3-oz-great-for-baking
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# Premium whole star anise pods 100% pure, no additives or MSG Freshly packed in small US batches Star Anise - whole star anise (3 oz) great for baking and tea

**Brand:** the spice way
**Price:** A$13
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Elevate Every Sip & Bite with The Spice Way’s Star Anise!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Star Anise - whole star anise (3 oz) great for baking and tea by the spice way
- **How much does it cost?** A$13 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/213551450-star-anise-whole-star-anise-3-oz-great-for-baking)

## Best For

- the spice way enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the spice way brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted by Thousands:** Join over 7,000 happy customers who rate it 4.6 stars for freshness and flavor intensity.
- • **Farm-to-Table Freshness:** Hand-picked and sun-dried with 30 years of traditional expertise for unmatched quality.
- • **Clean & Pure Ingredients:** Non-GMO, preservative-free, and zero fillers—because your recipes deserve the best.
- • **Authentic Flavor Powerhouse:** Unlock the rich, licorice-like aroma that elevates your baking and tea rituals.
- • **Versatile Culinary Essential:** Perfect for crafting Pho broth, five-spice blends, or adding a gourmet twist to desserts.

## Overview

The Spice Way Star Anise offers 3 oz of premium, whole star anise pods, hand-picked and sun-dried in the US using traditional methods. Free from preservatives, MSG, and GMOs, this pure spice delivers an authentic licorice-like flavor ideal for baking, tea, and savory dishes like Pho. With over 7,000 positive reviews and a top ranking in Chinese star anise, it’s the trusted choice for millennial foodies seeking fresh, clean, and versatile culinary ingredients.

## Description

desertcart.com : The Spice Way Star Anise - whole star anise (3 oz) great for baking and tea : Grocery & Gourmet Food

Review: Exceptional Freshness & Fragrance - Great Value Too! - We unable to locally track down all of the spices needed to make a batch of Pho broth, so we were quite excited to find all of the spices we needed from "The Spice Way" and at prices that were cheaper than our local vendor (when they have them in stock). This star anise was among the freshest and most intense we've found to date. When combined with all the other traditional Pho spices and lightly roasted to bring out the aromatics, this ultimately yielded an excellent Pho broth. For our broth recipe we needed to round up the following: Cinnamon Sticks: https://amzn.to/49QVHjJ Cardamom: https://amzn.to/4bmnUkv Coriander: https://amzn.to/4pAEZeb Clove: https://amzn.to/3Z4iXpa Fennel: https://amzn.to/4jwQBNC Each of these was from The Spice Way & all were of superior quality. Very pleased!
Review: Affordable star anise - Good quality and affordable. Even though some were broken, that doesn’t impact the flavor. I plan on grinding them anyway to make my own 5 spice powder.

## Features

- STAR ANISE WHOLE - Chinese star anise great for cooking, baking and tea, Star Anise has been used in the Chinese kitchen for ages, adding a unique licorice-like flavor.
- PURE - No preservatives, no additives, no MSG, non GMO, no fillers.
- PREMIUM - Dried star anise made from premium star anise.
- FRESH - Whole star anise packed fresh in small batches in the US.
- FARM TO TABLE - 30 years of experience in growing spices, herbs and peppers, using traditional methods like hand-picking, sun-drying and grounding at our facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08BXF9X52 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,107 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #3 in Chinese Star Anise |
| Brand | The Spice Way |
| Brand Name | The Spice Way |
| Coin Variety 1 | Anise |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 7,031 Reviews |
| Diet Type | Keto, Kosher, Vegan |
| Item Form | Whole |
| Item Package Weight | 0.1 Kilograms |
| Item Weight | 3 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | The Spice Way |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Produce Sold As Format | Pre-packaged |
| Size | 3 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Specialty | No Msg,No Preservatives |
| Unit Count | 3.0 Ounce |
| Variety | Anise |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** The Spice Way
- **Item Form:** Whole
- **Specialty:** No Msg,No Preservatives
- **Unit Count:** 3.0 Ounce
- **Variety:** Anise

## Images

![Star Anise - whole star anise (3 oz) great for baking and tea - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/717bGYSgQLL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Country of origin?**
A: Vietnam

**Q: Seller: are these organically grown? Where are they grown and harvested?**
A: There’s no indication on the packing suggesting that this is organic, but it does say no preservatives, additives or fillers. The company is in California, but it doesn’t say where the anise is grown.

**Q: Can I put this in a grinder?**
A: You can order ground star anise. I have both. I bought whole spice so I coukd strain it out of liquid drink.

**Q: Is this Gluten free?**
A: It is processed in a facility that also processes gluten, but we do everything we can to prevent cross contamination.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Freshness & Fragrance - Great Value Too!
*by T***L on January 9, 2026*

We unable to locally track down all of the spices needed to make a batch of Pho broth, so we were quite excited to find all of the spices we needed from "The Spice Way" and at prices that were cheaper than our local vendor (when they have them in stock). This star anise was among the freshest and most intense we've found to date. When combined with all the other traditional Pho spices and lightly roasted to bring out the aromatics, this ultimately yielded an excellent Pho broth. For our broth recipe we needed to round up the following: Cinnamon Sticks: https://amzn.to/49QVHjJ Cardamom: https://amzn.to/4bmnUkv Coriander: https://amzn.to/4pAEZeb Clove: https://amzn.to/3Z4iXpa Fennel: https://amzn.to/4jwQBNC Each of these was from The Spice Way & all were of superior quality. Very pleased!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Affordable star anise
*by D***R on August 31, 2025*

Good quality and affordable. Even though some were broken, that doesn’t impact the flavor. I plan on grinding them anyway to make my own 5 spice powder.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Flavorful Spice That Delivers Aroma & Authenticity
*by I***L on June 18, 2025*

I’ve been using the Spice Way Whole Star Anise (3 oz) for baking, slow-simmered teas, and soups—and it’s an aromatic essential in my kitchen. The pods are glossy and plump, and the scent that hits you when you open the resealable bag is delightfully fresh. Each star has a rich, licorice-like flavor with warm cinnamon and clove undertones that deepen dishes beautifully. It has high quality, great health benefits, perfect size, and color. What I love most is how versatile it is. I’ve added one pod to my chai blend, used it in homemade pho, and ground it carefully for holiday cookies. Unlike the powdered version, the whole star gives a slow infusion of flavor, and it’s easy to fish out pods before serving. The resealable packaging keeps everything fresh, and I’ve had no issues with fading taste even weeks after opening.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-11*