National Anisette Day

Anisette is an alcoholic beverage that is flavored with anise seeds. Anise is a plant that is native to the Mediterranean and has a distinctive licorice-like flavor. Anisette is made by distilling neutral spirits with anise seeds and other herbs and spices, which can include fennel, coriander, and sometimes sugar. The result is a clear, sweet liqueur that is often served as a digestif after a meal. Anisette is typically enjoyed neat or on the rocks, but it can also be used as an ingredient in cocktails or mixed with water or soda to make a refreshing drink. Anisette is popular in many Mediterranean countries, particularly in France, Italy, and Spain, where it is often enjoyed as a traditional after-dinner drink.