Disclaimer: We received this product free of charge for the purpose of this review and all thoughts and opinions are our own.
Christmas is the time of year when we put diets on hold and indulge in delicious food and sweet treats. Stores are brimming with boxes of chocolates, which not only make for a lovely treat but also make delightful gifts too. Premium chocolates, in particular, are a wonderful choice because they offer a touch of luxury without being overly expensive. Even in small quantities, they provide the recipient with a taste of decadence. Plus, sweet treats are a stress-free gift option and you can be confident that they’ll be appreciated and won’t feel impersonal.
Lakrids by Bülow, the brainchild of Scandinavian entrepreneur Johan Bülow, was born out of his belief that liquorice deserved more recognition. He opened his first shop in 2007, and it was an instant success, selling out of all its liquorice in just two hours! Building on that success, Johan opened a factory the following year, and by 2009, he had the brilliant idea to coat his liquorice in chocolate. They kindly sent me a tub of their Classic Caramel flavoured liquorice and these chocolate-coated liquorice balls, with their festive golden sheen, are perfect for Christmas as they look incredibly festive and sophisticated.
Whilst I enjoy both chocolate and liquorice, I’ve never thought of combining the two so I was curious to see how this fusion would taste – and I have to say I wasn’t disappointed. One bite into these treats reveals a winning combination of sweet liquorice, smooth chocolate, and a subtle hint of sea salt that truly excites the taste buds. The sweetness of the chocolate is perfectly balanced by the salty touch, making them incredibly addictive. Even the members of my family who aren’t usually fans of liquorice fans were pleasantly surprised and quickly reached for more!
Perfect for lovers of chocolate and liquorice, they are a great choice this Christmas.
RRP £14.95
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