Liquorice juice sticks are made from the liquorice root which is boiled in water and the decoction separated from the solid residue of the root is evaporated till a sufficient degree of concentration is attained, after which, on cooling, it is rolled into the form of sticks.

These sticks are very hard and concentrated so they can simply be sucked like a lollypop or broken into pieces and added to hot water for a great tasting liquorice drink.

Liquorice root contains plant oestrogens which can help menopausal and menstrual problems. Liquorice is a powerful anti-inflammatory and helpful in the treatment of arthritis. It is also a soothing herb useful for indigestion and stomach troubles, dry irritating coughs and throat conditions. It is also a gentle laxative.