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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

¿Qué es 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."

¿A qué sabe 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.

Información Nutricional

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

El Secreto del Chef

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

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Black Licorice

El mejor sustituto para Black Licorice es Anise Extract, usado en una proporción de Few drops to taste. For pure anise flavor, lacks sweetness and texture.

Sustitutos para Black Licorice con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Anise Extract Mejor 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.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Black Licorice

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

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Black Licorice?

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

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Black Licorice?

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

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Black Licorice?

El mejor sustituto es Anise Extract (Few drops to taste). For pure anise flavor, lacks sweetness and texture.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Black Licorice?

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

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