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RJ's original licorice
RJ's original licorice by RJ's Licorice NZ Ltd provides 340 kcal per 100 g, with 46 g of sugars and 3 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Liquorice candies category and comes in a 300 g pack. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal | 328 |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 1.6 −10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 1 −69% |
| Carbohydrates | 77 g | 75.4 |
| Total sugars | 46 g | 46.4 |
| Added sugars | 40.5 g | 49.5 −18% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.7 g | 3.9 −5% |
| Protein | 3 g | 3 |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.7 −54% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 445 Liquorice candies products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
Wheat flour, cane sugar, molasses, glucose syrup, water, liquorice extract, humectant (glycerine), treacle, rice bran oil, salt, aniseed oil, glazing agent (shellac)
- Allergens
- Gluten
- May contain traces
- GlutenMilkSoybeansCereales
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 300 g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 9418315126598
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in RJ's original licorice?
RJ's original licorice contains 340 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in RJ's original licorice?
RJ's original licorice has 46 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is RJ's original licorice healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 RJ's original licorice vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does RJ's original licorice contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. It may also contain traces of milk, soybeans, cereales. 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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