Ingredients

• 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
  
• ³/₄ cup sifted whole wheat flour
  
• ³/₄ teaspoon salt
  
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
  
• 1 cup granulated sugar
  
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  
• ¹/₂ cup pure olive oil (not extra virgin)
  
• ¹/₃ cup brandy or bourbon
  
• 1 cup persimmon puree (from about 4 ripe Fuyus or two squishy-ripe Hachiyas)
  
• ³/₄ teaspoon whole anise (aniseeds)