Trader Joe's Soft Black Licorice Twists, 227g

The perfect licorice is hard to come by—it should be soft yet chewy, and made with real licorice root. Thanks to a small, family-owned business in New Zealand, this is exactly that. TJ's Black Licorice Twists are made with molasses, licorice root extract, and natural flavour from aniseed oil. The combination of both licorice extract and anise create the decidedly strong, ideal black licorice flavour—simultaneously sweet and herbal. To top it off, TJ's licorice supplier developed the perfect method of cooking and cooling licorice, so the pieces are soft and stay soft without the use of preservatives.

Yet another fun fact about Soft Black Licorice Twists: they’re delicious at any time and in any place! Bring a bag to the next movie you see or toss it in your work bag for a mid-day pick-me-up. Our best suggestion, though: snack on a handful any time you please!