Description
The Liquorice Sticks most of us grew up on just sugared awful things but did you know you get the liquorice flavour from the roots of the liquorice plant
As with all plants using pure spice and herbs provides health benefits, liquorice sticks are just that, pure root that when used in drinks or simmered will extract all the goodness in your tea or food
Being a root a good 10-20min simmer is needed to extract the full flavour
Liquorice Roots are Grown in Egypt
Packed up in unit that handles MUSTARD - SESAME - CELERY
Liquorice Sticks - Quick Reference
What is it?: Cut pieces of dried liquorice root rather than the sweetened black confectionery commonly sold as liquorice.
Flavour: Naturally sweet, woody and earthy with a lingering anise-like liquorice character.
Common uses: Herbal infusions, teas, syrups, poaching liquids, desserts and slow-simmered sauces.
Pairs well with: Mint, fennel, anise, ginger, citrus, blackcurrant, pear and warming spices.
How to use: Simmer the root for around 10-20 minutes to extract its flavour, then strain before drinking or using the liquid in a recipe.
Compare with: Gentler and woodier than pure liquorice juice sticks, which are concentrated and far more intense.
Substitute: Liquorice root powder works in recipes where the solid pieces would be inconvenient, though it is harder to strain clear.
Storage: Keep dry and airtight. The dense root keeps well but should be protected from moisture.
Good to know: The sweetness comes naturally from the root itself, so these sticks taste very different from sugar-heavy liquorice sweets.
Customer Reviews
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Curiosity present
Curiosity present well received by bemused liquorice lover
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Curiosity present
Curiosity present well received by bemused liquorice lover
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Curiosity present
Curiosity present well received by bemused liquorice lover
