Glycyrrhiza refers to licorice root extracts used primarily as natural sweeteners and flavor enhancers. The extract contains glycyrrhizin, which provides intense sweetness (50–100× sucrose), along with various flavonoids and other bioactive compounds. Glycyrrhiza extract is available in various forms — liquid extract, spray-dried powder, blocks, and granules. It is one of the oldest known natural sweeteners, with a long history of safe use in Asian and European food traditions. The extract provides a characteristic flavor profile that enhances and rounds out other flavors in food formulations.