I am not a fan of licorice. I'm also not a fan of ouzo and similar liquors that are common around Greece, Italy, Turkey that all taste similar. On the other ha

I am not a fan of licorice. I'm also not a fan of ouzo and similar liquors that are common around Greece, Italy, Turkey that all taste similar. On the other hand, Star Anise, which also tastes the same, is a common spice in Chinese food though it's just a spice and not the main flavor