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The sticky history of Dutch licorice

Anyone who thought licorice was just for eating is mistaken! Dutch licorice has a double life as both a candy and a toy. The long, soft licorice strings that you can pull and tie were a hit in the 19th century. With licorice giants like Klene and Red Band entering the market, licorice quickly became a must-have for children.

From a centuries-old medicinal herb, licorice has become a favorite treat. Traditional black licorice is still popular, but now there are trendy flavors and colors. The way we enjoy it may have changed, but the fun factor of licorice is as sticky as ever!

Venco is a well-known and loved licorice brand in the Netherlands, but did you know that it has been around for more than 140 years? In this blog we tell you more about the history of Venco, how it started, what makes it special and what their most popular products are.