Liquorice

Liquorice is a super tasty candy that's usually black and has a chewy texture. It tastes a little bit like anise, which is a spice that smells like licorice! But guess what? The flavor actually comes from a plant called liquorice, not from the candy itself. This plant has a long root that tastes sweet and is used to make the candy we all love. It's like finding a hidden treasure in the ground!

People have been enjoying liquorice for a very, very long time, even before the pyramids were built! Ancient Egyptians used the liquorice root to make a sweet drink. Later, people in Europe discovered how yummy the root was and started making it into chewy candies.

Imagine people munching on liquorice sticks thousands of years ago! It traveled all around the world, becoming a favorite treat for many.

Liquorice isn't just a fun candy; it's special because of its unique flavor. The sweet taste comes from a natural chemical in the liquorice root that is much sweeter than sugar! For a long time, people also thought the root had magical healing powers and used it to help with coughs and sore tummies. So, it’s a treat that tastes good and has a cool history of being helpful too!

Making liquorice candy is like a fun science experiment! First, workers dig up the long roots of the liquorice plant. They clean them and then boil them to get out the sweet juice.

This juice is mixed with other ingredients like sugar and a sticky stuff called gum arabic to make it chewy. Then, it's shaped into ropes, twists, or other fun candy shapes. It’s a journey from a plant in the ground to your candy bag!