National Licorice Day

National Licorice Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to licorice. This wonderful ingredient is found in many of the candies we love! The holiday encourages you to learn more about this plant-based ingredient and to try dishes using it. It is observed on April 12.

History

Licorice is extracted from the plant of the same name. It is dried from the root and the root part of the stem. It contains about 20% sugars, which gives the product a sweet taste. In general, the flavor profile is complex: there are sour notes, sweetness, and even herbaceous-bitter undertones. The result is a holistic, intricate flavor, which is why so many people love licorice!

Licorice has been known since ancient Egypt. It was found in the tombs of the pharaohs, so its use in this civilization is well-documented! Many rulers (Napoleon, Caesar, etc.) were big fans of licorice. They believed that this ingredient had medicinal properties. Licorice is an excellent cough remedy (often used as an infusion) and helps cleanse the lymphatic system, normalizing the function of internal organs.

Interesting Facts

• Licorice belongs to the legume family. Its closest relatives are beans and lentils.
• Consumption of licorice helps to normalize the function of the adrenal glands, which are responsible for the production of some sex hormones and are also active under stress. In other words, licorice is an excellent herbal assistant in the fight against stress.

How to Celebrate

Learn more about the health benefits of licorice. Try licorice in its pure form or as an infusion. Prepare various dishes with this ingredient—you can easily find recipes online.

Spread the word about the holiday on social media. Ask users if they have tried licorice. What impression did it leave on them?

When is National Licorice Day in 2025?

National Licorice Day is observed annually on April 12.

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