KNOW YOUR LIQUORICE
A guide to liquorice and licorice
Liquorice is the spelling used in Britain and by Liquorice & Co. Licorice is the usual American spelling. Both words describe the same flavour family.
Sweet liquorice
Sweet styles balance liquorice extract with sugar, syrup or molasses. Texture varies by recipe, from firm pieces to soft or chewy confectionery.
Salty liquorice
Salty liquorice adds a savoury edge. Strength varies, so product labels and descriptions are the safest guide when choosing.
What is salmiak?
Salmiak is ammonium chloride used as a flavouring in some liquorice confectionery. It produces the distinctive salty, sharp intensity associated with many Nordic styles.
Choosing a first liquorice
Begin with a familiar flavour or format. Our current products include mint, star anise, colourful dragées and a liquorice roll with chewing gum; each product page publishes verified ingredients and allergens.
Read the product label
Recipes, allergens and product warnings vary between makers and can change. Use the verified information on each product page to compare options, then check the packaging received before eating the confectionery. If a label and the website differ, the package should guide your decision.