ANNEX IISPIRIT DRINKS

Categories of spirit drinks

28.Anis

  1. (a)

    Anis is an aniseed-flavoured spirit drink whose characteristic flavour is derived exclusively from anise (Pimpinella anisum L.) and/or star anise (Illicium verum Hook f.) and/or fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.).

  2. (b)

    The minimum alcoholic strength by volume of anis shall be 35 %.

  3. (c)

    Only natural flavouring substances and F1flavouring preparations as defined in Article F23(2)(c) and (d) of Regulation (EC) No 1334/2008 may be used in the preparation of anis.