Description
Glycyrrhiza glabra Do not confuse the flavor of licorice with that of anise, which is not related & is quite different when tasted side by side. Licorice has been used for everything from cough remedies to ulcer cures. Great for making a complex flavored beer, or an authentic tasting root beer.
Licorice root imparts a very characteristic flavor and is surprisingly sweet. It contains glycyrrhizin, a substance 50 times sweeter than sugar. For brewing licorice root is typically used in darker beers styles like stouts and porters. It's always recommend to use the amount indicated in your recipe. Typical dosage is 1/2 - 1 oz. added during the last 2 - 5 minutes of the boil to flame out.