The bath is scented using fresh ginger, turmeric, pepper, star anise, temu kunci, coriander, celery leaves, kencur, and many other spices and herbs.
The filling is flavoured with candied fruit, coriander, cinnamon, star anise, anise, clove and some sort of alcohol.
Star anise releases a heady fragrance when added to hot oil.
Star anise is known as a digestive aid and to cure colic in babies.
The liqueur's predominant flavor is star anise, though there are also hints of cardamom and coriander.
Crops and fruit such as butter tea, citrus fruit, apple, chestnut, pear, persimmon, passion fruit, star anise, sugar cane and ginger are grown for sale.
Properly stored, star anise will last for several months.
Salt, red chilis, star anise, white pepper, and green onions are used to add flavoring to the soup.
