Description: Fennel, one of the licorice spices, has a delicate and sweet, yet pungent flavor similar to anise seed and star anise. Although used in many Mediterranean dishes, the Western world is more familiar with fennel seed as a common ingredient in Italian sausages and northern European rye breads. Also a great addition to tea, desserts, pizza, and seafood dishes. Caffeine Statement: Caffeine Free Steeping Instructions: 1 tsp | 8 oz | 212° | 5 min. Tea Base: HERBAL