Licorice Candy

Do you like it red or black? Licorice fans can be divided up into two camps, the red licorice lovers and the black licorice lovers. Some people love them both. No matter which kind you prefer, you can count on Sugar Stand to deliver!

We have licorice in all kinds of innovative shapes and sizes. From fun shapes such as the adorable Scottie Dogs to the classic Red Vines, Ropes, and Dots, we’ve got your favorites!

Tubs of individually wrapped licorice twists make a terrific choice for setting out in your office lobby. Your customers will appreciate the sanitary wrapping and love the sweet gesture. Buy your candy in bulk from Sugar Stand and save!

You might remember licorice from its heyday at the Saturday matinee. But did you know it’s been around since ancient times? It’s been discovered that many ancient pharaohs and prophets enjoyed this unique treat. In fact, King Tut’s tomb contained a generous supply of licorice. Maybe you can take it with you. Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar were also big fans. In addition, soldiers used it to quench their thirst when on long marches.

While the candy version wasn’t introduced until long after the Middle Ages, the ancients enjoyed it in its more pure form. The Greek term for Licorice is “Glycyrrhiza” which means “sweet root”. Other terms you’ll hear include “Spanish Juice” and “Sweet Wood”.

In addition to its unique flavor, Licorice has medicinal and healing properties and has been used for over 3,000 years to treat a variety of ailments including sore throats, peptic ulcers, and coughs.

There are two processes used to make the candy form: the starch molding process and the licorice rope extrusion process. In the first process, cornstarch lines molds to prevent the candy from sticking. Hot syrup that contains licorice is poured into the molds and allowed to cool before being shaken out and covered with a glaze. Depending on how long the syrup was cooked, the candy will be either chewy, tough, or soft.

The second process involves taking a mixture of ingredients to a boil and cooking them down until a dough-like consistency is reached. The licorice candy is then put into a machine where it is forced through tiny holes that form it into ropes. Sometimes these ropes are twisted for added fun.