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Darrell Soft Eating Liquorice, Original
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Darrell Soft Eating Liquorice, Original

Darrell Lea
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
1g
Protein
11g
Sugars
20mg
Sodium
28
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Darrell Soft Eating Liquorice, Original is a 7-ounce bag of classic black licorice that you’re most likely to find in the candy aisle near other nostalgic confections — think jelly beans, gummy bears, and retro-toffee bags — or on an endcap with imported or specialty sweets. It reads as a heritage candy: packaging tends toward a traditional, no-frills look and the word “Original” signals a long-standing recipe rather than a modern reinvented snack. Shoppers pick it up for low-effort treats on movie night, a road-trip sweet to share, or as a small post-dinner indulgence for adults who crave anise-forward flavors. The brand projects an old-school confectioner identity that appeals to licorice loyalists and shoppers after a familiar, slightly grown-up candy; it skews toward adults and families who value classic taste over trendy health claims. Labeling is simple — there are no organic or natural certifications and few kid-targeted gimmicks; the product may show on-pack heritage cues but not health halos like “low-fat” or “all-natural.” In plain terms, the chewy pieces are made from syrups, flours, and flavor extracts with added emulsifiers and a glossy wax finish. Sensory notes: soft, slightly sticky chew with a dense, molasses-sweet center, a pronounced anise/licorice top note, and a smooth, shiny black surface from caramel coloring and carnauba wax. Packaging is a pliable resealable or heat-sealed pouch meant for sharing; the ritual is communal snacking straight from the bag or handed out one or two pieces after dinner or during a movie.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5
Servings per Container: 7
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium20mg1%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Total Sugars11g
Added Sugars11g22%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Wheat, Glucose, Syrup,, Wheat, Flour,, Sugar,, Molasses,, Treacle,, Water,, Wheat, Fiber,, Sunflower, Oil,, Colored, with, Caramel, Color,, Licorice, Extract, (0.5%),, Anise, Seed, Oil,, Salt,, Mono-and, Diglycerides,, Carnauba, Wax..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono-and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives (glucose syrup, caramel color, mono- and diglycerides, carnauba wax) and is formulated and processed into a ready-to-eat confection, fitting the ultraprocessed category.

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Common Questions about Darrell Soft Eating Liquorice, Original

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! At 100 calories per serving, it’s a moderate treat, but it packs in 11 grams of added sugars, which might not fit everyone's healthy eating goals. If you’re looking for a sweet snack now and then, it can certainly find a place in your life, but it's not exactly a superfood.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

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