Anise Myrtle

Anise myrtle originates from the subtropical rainforests of New South Wales.  The leaf was used by aboriginal peoples as a vitalizing health tonic.  Interestingly it has been shown to be an antioxidant and antimicrobial.  It may also have a settling effect on the stomach.  At Wild Pepper Isle we use it in two of our range of preserves.  These include Rose Anise Jelly and a syrup of rosehip, pepperberry and Anise.  Now this is gonna sound like I am bragging (I am) but these two products won both first and second prize at the Royal Hobart Fine Food Awards.  That’s the power of Anise myrtle!