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If you want to buy liquorice, you will find a wide selection online: classic liquorice sweets, salty liquorice, salmiak liquorice, liquorice fruit gums, liquorice wheels and liquorice liqueur differ considerably in flavour, texture, ingredients and pack size. The product name alone is therefore not enough to make the right choice.
Descriptions such as “extra strong”, “intense” or “adult liquorice” usually describe the expected flavour experience, but they are not standardised technical categories. Specific details such as the proportion of liquorice extract, liquorice juice or ammonium chloride, also known as salmiak salt, are what really matter.
A product with a strong liquorice juice flavour can taste very different from a sweet with a high salmiak content. If you focus solely on the marketing claim, you risk making the wrong purchase.
Sugar-free liquorice products often contain sweeteners such as sorbitol or maltitol. These reduce the sugar content, but they also affect the flavour and mouthfeel. Consuming too many sugar-free sweets can also have a laxative effect. The nutritional information and ingredients are therefore more important than the front of the pack.
A 500-g pack of liquorice fruit gums can be a practical choice for parties or family gatherings. For an occasional snack, a 20-g or 90-g pack is easier to portion and store. With liquorice mix products, you should also bear in mind that the distribution of the different shapes and varieties may vary.
Several details are relevant to the flavour:
With products such as Villosa Sallos, the difference between Original, X-Treme and X-Plosiv can be identified from the ingredients. According to the product information, Sallos Original contains 8.7% liquorice juice and herbal extracts. Sallos X-Treme lists 8% liquorice juice and 5% ammonium salt, while Sallos X-Plosiv also contains 0.2% chilli extract.
The ingredients list can help you choose products that suit your household:
The statement “no artificial colours” says nothing about the sugar, salt or liquorice content. Natural colourings and glazing agents should also be taken into account if you have specific dietary requirements.
Liquorice is a confectionery product and should be consumed in suitable portions. Depending on the recipe, the calorie content of the products featured ranges from 198 to 404 kcal per 100 g, for example. With liquorice products, you should also observe the warning on the packaging: people with high blood pressure should avoid excessive consumption.
Liquorice liqueur also contains alcohol. Kettenfett is available at 25% ABV, both as a 0.5-litre bottle and as a miniature set containing 16 bottles of 0.02 litres each. Alcoholic products are not suitable for children. Alcohol should be avoided completely during pregnancy.
Why this product suits this profile: The 175-g pack offers a classic introduction to liquorice sweets, with a familiar, pliable texture. The wheels can be eaten straight away or slowly unrolled.
The product details list the ingredients, nutritional values, pack size and possible milk-trace information. This means your choice is not based solely on the product image.
175 g contents, vegetarian labelling and 3% liquorice extract in relation to the liquorice content, according to the product description.
Why this product suits this profile: These salmiak pastilles are aimed at adults who prefer a clearly defined salty flavour and like to compare ingredient details before buying.
The stated content of 10% liquorice extract and 7.6% ammonium chloride makes the flavour profile easier to understand than a description such as “strong” alone.
90-g pack, sugar coating, star anise and aniseed oil, plus a clearly stated recipe containing gluten.
Why this product suits this profile: The 500-g pack is ideal for film nights, parties and households where fruity and liquorice flavours are to be enjoyed together.
The combination of fruit gums and liquorice reduces the risk of choosing a large pack containing just one flavour. The ingredients and nutritional information are listed separately.
500 g contents, various fruit and liquorice combinations, natural colourings according to the product description, and no main allergens listed.
Why this product suits this profile: The miniature set containing 16 bottles of 20 ml each is designed for adult guests, tastings or a small bar selection.
The alcohol content of 25% ABV and total volume of 0.32 litres are clearly stated. This makes it easier to match the set to the planned occasion and number of guests.
16 individually portioned miniatures, liquorice and salmiak notes, plus German origin according to the product information. For adults only.
We have put together a complete, regularly updated list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the safety regulations applicable in the EU.
For beginners, classic liquorice wheels, fruity mixes or milder liquorice sweets are generally easier to assess than strongly salty pastilles. If you want to try different styles, you can choose a liquorice mix with fruit gums. Extra-strong varieties with a high salmiak or chilli content are better suited to people who are already familiar with this flavour profile.
Liquorice should be stored unopened and, once opened, in a cool, dry place protected from direct sunlight. Heat and moisture can make hard-boiled sweets sticky, alter coatings or affect the texture of fruit gums. A well-sealed container is recommended for multipacks. Check the best-before date on the packaging.
First, check which sweeteners are included and whether there is a warning about possible excessive consumption. Sugar-free liquorice is not automatically calorie-free or suitable for every dietary requirement. You should also compare the liquorice extract, salmiak content, allergens and the pack size you need.