Is There Licorice Root in Licorice? All About This Classic Candy

Red and Black licorice

Licorice has been around for thousands of years. It’s said to have been enjoyed by Napoleon, the Egyptian pharaohs and Alexander the Great.

But don’t picture King Tut helping himself to some strawberry laces. This candy has come a long way over the centuries. In this blog post, we’re looking at the history of licorice.

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Are Swedish Fish Really from Sweden? The Origins of Some Bulk Candy Favorites

Some candies have been part of our society for so long that it’s hard to imagine a time without them. But there was an age before Swedish Fish arrived on our shores, before Sour Patch Kids tickled – and tested – our taste buds.

Read on to learn the history of some bulk candy favorites.

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