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Liquorice
Liquorice by Tesco provides 375 kcal per 100 g, with 70.7 g of sugars and 2.3 g of protein. That is 30% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Candies category. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | 364 |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 3.3 −44% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1.9 −88% |
| Carbohydrates | 86.5 g | 81.5 +6% |
| Total sugars | 70.7 g | 54.5 +30% |
| Added sugars | 70.5 g | 49.3 +43% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.6 g | 2.7 −40% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 2.1 +9% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.3 −93% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 11652 Candies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other candies
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Ingredients
treacle, wheat flour [wheat flour. calcium carbonate, iron, niacin. thiamin], sugar, glucose syrup. desiccated coconut, palm oil. sunflower oil, liquorice extract, bee gelatine, flavourings, humectant (glycerol), colours (plain caramel. curcumin, beetroot red, capsanthi glazing agents (carnauba wax, white and yellow beeswax), fat reduced cocoa powder. coconut oil. allergy advice for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5010204335063
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Liquorice?
Liquorice contains 375 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Liquorice?
Liquorice has 70.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Liquorice healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Liquorice vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Liquorice contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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