Licorice Root Slices | Thin-Cut Herbal Tea Root | 5 oz
Licorice root slices are a 5 oz (142 g) pack of thin-cut dried licorice root, a Product of Uzbekistan, steeped into a naturally sweet herbal tea or added to blends and broths.
The pale, fibrous slices release a clean, naturally sweet flavor in hot water. The label lists a single ingredient, licorice, so the sweetness in the cup comes from the root itself.
In Korea there is a saying, "yakbang-ui gamcho," licorice in the herbalist's shop, for something that turns up everywhere. The root earned that name by rounding out so many herbal brews. Kosbee brings the same sweet root to your cup, sliced thin and ready to steep.
Real Root, Not Black Licorice Candy
In North America, "licorice" often brings to mind chewy black candy flavored mostly with anise and sugar. These are slices of the actual plant root, made for steeping rather than chewing.
Where Does This Licorice Come From?
The label reads Product of Uzbekistan. Kosbee distributes the root under its own label from Ridgefield, New Jersey, and keeps it in stock at its New Jersey warehouse.
Key Facts
- Origin
- Product of Uzbekistan
- Ingredients
- Licorice (single ingredient)
- Form
- Thin-cut dried root slices
- Net weight
- 5 oz (142 g)
- Serving size (as printed on pack)
- 5 tablespoons (8.5 g)
- Storage
- Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture
Ways to Use Licorice Root Slices
How do you brew licorice root tea?
Steep two to three slices in a cup of hot water for five to ten minutes; the root sweetens the cup on its own.
For blends, add a slice or two to ginger, peppermint, or chamomile to round out stronger, more bitter herbs. In the kitchen, drop a slice into soups, stews, or broths for a gentle natural sweetness.
How to Enjoy It Safely
Licorice root is naturally rich in glycyrrhizin, the compound behind its sweetness, so enjoy it in moderation: a few slices per cup, with regular breaks rather than daily use for weeks at a time.
If you are pregnant or nursing, take any medication, or are under medical care, consult your healthcare provider before use.
Common Questions About Licorice Root
Where is this licorice root from?
The label reads Product of Uzbekistan and lists a single ingredient, licorice. Kosbee distributes the dried root slices under its own label from Ridgefield, New Jersey, in a 5 oz (142 g) pack, and ships them from its New Jersey warehouse within 1 business day.
How do I make licorice root tea?
Add two to three slices to one cup of hot water and steep for five to ten minutes. The root sweetens the cup on its own, so no sugar is needed. You can also steep a slice with ginger, peppermint, or chamomile, or drop one into a simmering broth for gentle natural sweetness.
How much licorice root tea is reasonable?
Licorice root is naturally rich in glycyrrhizin, the compound behind its sweetness, so a few slices per cup is plenty. Take regular breaks rather than drinking it every day for weeks. If you are pregnant or nursing, take any medication, or are under medical care, consult your healthcare provider before use.
Glycyrrhiza glabra vs Glycyrrhiza uralensis: what's the difference?
Both are licorice species with naturally sweet roots. Glycyrrhiza glabra grows across Central Asia and the Mediterranean, while Glycyrrhiza uralensis is the East Asian species most often sold as gan cao (감초). Korea's herbal standards list both, plus G. inflata, as gamcho. This pack's label says licorice without naming a species.
How is licorice root different from licorice candy?
Black licorice candy gets much of its flavor from added sugar and anise. These are slices of the actual dried root, made to steep in hot water rather than to chew, and they release a clean, naturally sweet flavor with nothing added. Their only ingredient is licorice.
Bring the Sweet Root Home
Explore more in Traditional Korean Herbs. A slice of licorice pairs naturally with Korean goji berries or Korean schisandra berry (omija) in a pot of herbal tea. Ships from New Jersey within 1 business day; orders of $60 or more ship free.
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