Chinese Licorice Root (Gamcho / 甘草) – 5 oz / 142g

Nature’s Sweet Harmonizer

Known as the "Great Harmonizer" or "The Peacemaker" of herbal ingredients, Licorice Root (Gamcho in Korean) is an essential staple in Eastern wellness traditions. Famous for the saying "Licorice in the drugstore" (meaning it is needed everywhere), this root is prized for its ability to blend and balance harsh flavors while adding a distinct, lingering sweetness to teas and culinary dishes.

Why Use Licorice Root (Gamcho)?

Our premium Chinese Licorice Root slices are carefully selected and dried to preserve their natural flavor profile. It is widely used not just as a standalone tea, but as a key ingredient to make other herbs more palatable and effective.

• Natural Sweetener: Contains glycyrrhizin, a compound much sweeter than sugar, making it a perfect natural additive for bitter herbal tonics or cooking marinades.
• The Harmonizing Effect: In traditional brewing, Gamcho helps to moderate the properties of various herbs, helping them work together in synergy.
• Soothing Comfort: A warm cup of licorice tea provides a coating, soothing sensation, perfect for comforting a dry throat or settling the stomach.

Culinary & Wellness Applications

1. Herbal Tea Blending:
Add 1-2 slices of Gamcho when brewing bitter roots (like Ginseng or Rehmannia). It neutralizes bitterness and adds a pleasant finish.

2. Cooking & Marinades:
Use it in braised meat dishes (like Galbi-jim) or broths to add a deep, complex sweetness that refined sugar cannot mimic.

3. Traditional Sujeonggwa:
Combine with cinnamon and ginger to create Sujeonggwa, a traditional Korean cinnamon punch enjoyed as a dessert drink.

How to Brew (Simple Licorice Tea)

• Rinse: Lightly wash 2–3 slices of Licorice Root.
• Boil: Place the slices in 500ml of water.
• Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the water turns a light golden yellow.
• Serve: Enjoy warm. The taste will be sweet with a refreshing aftertaste.