The company Pernod, is part of the French group Pernod Ricard, and is responsible for the creation of the French Pernod anise whose brand is one of the oldest in the country.

For many this anise is considered a pastis (anise other French), but he can not be considered as containing very little licorice. Such liquor is obtained thanks to the distillation plant star anise, of which an essential oil called anethole this oil is extracted, once obtained, it is mixed with aromatic essences such as coriander or mint previously have been distilled .

Pernod traditionally consumed individually diluted in cold water and ice, however there are many cocktails that include it, such as the combination of Pernod and cranberry juice, very popular in the United States.