Ingredient

Natural Licorice Flavor

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use natural licorice flavor to impart a distinct licorice taste to a variety …

What is Natural Licorice Flavor?

Natural licorice flavor is derived from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra). The root is dried, ground, and then extracted using solvents to capture its characteristic sweet and slightly bitter taste. This extract is then purified and concentrated to create the flavoring.

Is Natural Licorice Flavor vegan?

Natural Licorice Flavor is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Natural Licorice Flavor gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Natural Licorice Flavor a major allergen?

Natural licorice flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Natural Licorice Flavor used for?

Manufacturers use natural licorice flavor to impart a distinct licorice taste to a variety of food products.

Is Natural Licorice Flavor safe?

In the U.S., natural licorice flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural licorice flavor to impart a distinct licorice taste to a variety of food products. It is commonly found in confectionery, baked goods, beverages, and snack bars, where it adds a unique sweet and aromatic profile.

Health notes

In the U.S., natural licorice flavor is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated licorice and its components. While licorice root contains glycyrrhizin, which can have physiological effects at high intakes, typical levels used in flavoring are not expected to cause adverse health effects. Evidence regarding long-term effects at very high consumption levels is mixed.

Allergen info

Natural licorice flavor is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Natural Licorice Flavor

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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