Last Updated on December 14, 2025 by Lindsey
Salty licorice for the win!
Exploring unique foods is a must-do for our family when traveling, and when we we visited Iceland with kids candy was the perfect place to start. Ok, hear me out; Icelandic licorice is amazing! Let me start by saying, I hate licorice in America. You’ll never find me noshing on a Twizzler and everyone knows that black jelly beans are the worst. But Scandinavians love their licorice, and it’s a totally different ball game in countries like Iceland. First off, it’s salty, and in this case was coated in chocolate.
I bought this stuff in a gas station, and it was the bomb. I’ve since tried fancier Scandi chocolate licorice in Copenhagen, but for my money, this weird little bag of Icelandic licorice was the best. I wish I could get my hands on some of it, so if you go to Iceland, don’t miss your chance!
Salty Icelandic licorice, also known as “salty liquorice” or “sal líkirís” in Icelandic, has a unique flavor profile that combines the sweetness of licorice with a savory, salty taste. This distinctive blend has captivated the hearts of many, making it a beloved treat in Iceland, and across Scandinavia, you can find similar candies.
Salty Icelandic licorice is often made with high-quality licorice root, which gives it a more robust and nuanced flavor than the disgusting American varieties
Another Icelandic treat? Tomato soup. Find out where to get it. Learn more about how to visit Iceland by camper van with kids.
Want to try Icelandic salty licorice for yourself?
I can’t find the brand I most loved in the US, but here are a few similar ones.
ScanChoco (Iceland Lakkris Chocolate Caramel)
Finnish Chocolate Licorice
Lakrids by Bulow is a fancy chain you can find in Scandinavia and Germany. I can vouch for the fact that their licorice is quite good and comes in a variety of flavors.
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