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Black Licorice

Glycyrrhiza glabra Allergens: Wheat
Black Licorice

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Licorice Root Extract, Sugar, Starch, Anise Oil

Was ist Black Licorice?

A confectionery made with licorice root extract, anise, and sugar, characterized by its distinctive strong, bittersweet, and earthy flavor.

"Beyond a simple candy, discover the complex, polarizing appeal of licorice."

Wie schmeckt Black Licorice?

Anise, bittersweet, earthy

Taste
Anise, Bittersweet, Earthy, Salty, Umami
Texture
Chewy, Firm, Dense, Sticky
Aroma
Strong Anise, Herbal, Earthy, Sweet
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Glycyrrhizin Content

Responsible for sweetness and flavor (medicinal properties).

Historical Use

Used in traditional medicine for centuries.

Unique Flavor Profile

Strong and distinct.

Nährwertangaben

Per 25g (approx. 3-4 pieces)
Calories330 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0.2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2 g
Total Carbohydrate80 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars60 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium150 mg

Geheimtipp des Chefs

Incorporate finely ground black licorice into savory rubs for pork or duck to add an unexpected depth and sweetness.

Black Licorice Ersatz & Verhältnisse

Der beste Ersatz für Black Licorice ist Anise Extract, verwendet im Verhältnis Few drops to taste. For pure anise flavor, lacks sweetness and texture.

Ersatz für Black Licorice mit Verhältnissen
Ersatz Verhältnis Am besten geeignet für
Anise Extract Am besten Few drops to taste For pure anise flavor, lacks sweetness and texture.
Fennel Seeds (ground) To taste Offers similar anisy, earthy notes, but different texture.
Star Anise (infused) To taste For infusing liquids with a strong, warm licorice-like flavor.
Sambuca Varies Anise-flavored liqueur for cocktails, lacks candy form.

Wie man Black Licorice auswählt & lagert

Be mindful of Glycyrrhizin content, especially if you have high blood pressure.

Womit passt Black Licorice gut zusammen?

  • Coffee
  • Whiskey
  • Mint
  • Dark Chocolate
  • Citrus.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Wie schmeckt Black Licorice?

Anise, bittersweet, earthy Strong Anise, Herbal, Earthy, Sweet

Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Black Licorice?

Der beste Ersatz ist Anise Extract (Few drops to taste). For pure anise flavor, lacks sweetness and texture.

Wie wählt und lagert man Black Licorice?

Be mindful of Glycyrrhizin content, especially if you have high blood pressure.

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