Licorice Root Tea: naturally sweet, anise-like, safety-aware 100 gram
Licorice Root Tea: naturally sweet, anise-like, safety-aware (licorice root, Glycyrrhiza glabra) TL;DR Exceptionally sweet with a lingering anise-fennel vibe. Brew light and short, especially if you’re new to it. Tea is not the same as concentrated extracts. Because glycyrrhizin may affect blood pressure and potassium, some people should skip licorice entirely (see Safety). Quick Definition Licorice root tea is a culinary-strength infusion or light decoction of sliced roots of Glycyrrhiza glabra. Many people enjoy its rounded, caramel-anise sweetness and silky mouthfeel. Deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) products are different from standard licorice root and aren’t the focus here. At-a-glance Facts What it is: A caffeine-free tisane from dried licorice root (G. glabra). Flavor: Very sweet, anise-fennel notes, soft woody warmth. Best moments: Small cups after meals or as a sweet base in blends. Brew/Use basics: Just-off-boil; 1–2 g slices (≈ 1/2–1 tsp) per 250 ml (≈ 1 cup); 5