Licorice Root (Radix Liquiritiae) – Herb
Licorice lends its signature flavor and aroma to many popular confections. The long roots of this perennial are at home in the Mediterranean, and it's these that herbalists collect every autumn to dry for stock. But be careful, just like with any other herb, you should consume responsibly in moderate quantities!
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Ingredients
100 % LiquoriceOrigins
Alexander the Great, Julius Cesar and Napoleon Bonaparte. They all fell under the spell of licorice. But you don't have to be a famous warlord to succumb to it. In fact, the sweet root that's also known as liquorice tastes very good to almost anyone.
Scientifically called Glycyrrhiza glabra is a plant up to 150cm tall with densely branched roots. The fruit of licorice is a pod, but folk healing and modern medicine have always been more interested in the roots.
Originally, you would find this perennial plant around the Mediterranean. Hieroglyphics show that its powers were also used extensively in the ancient Egyptian empire, where the roots were used to make a drink that was very popular at the time. Records across civilizations and centuries further prove that licorice was used to make some of the oldest sweets, especially in times when sugar was rare.
The roots of the plant are harvested after the plant reaches 2-3 year, usually in autumn when they contain the most beneficial nutrients. They are then slowly dried at very low temperatures and then cut into small pieces. Licorice is particularly known for its glycyrrhizin, which is up to 50 times sweeter than sucrose. This is the main reason why you have to drink licorice responsibly. 2 cups of licorice tea a day for a maximum of six weeks is sufficient. In higher doses, it can be harmful, especially for people with cardiovascular problems. Pregnant and nursing women should avoid licorice licorice.
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Herb packaging preview
We pack our herbs in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. Thanks to the hermetic seal, the herbs are protected against humidity, light and foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew and the herb itself.
Preparation
100 °C
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15 minutes
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1 - 2 teaspoons for 250 ml
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Instructions for preparation
Pour 250ml of boiled water (100°C) per 1-2 teaspoons of tea.
When brewing in a teapot add 1 extra teaspoon.
Covered, let steep for 15 minutes, then remove the strainer.
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