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Anise is a pretty unusual flavour or smell for a strain. Only a small handful of seed strains carry this scent, and they stand out because of it.
Think Durban Poison with its punchy black liquorice kick, or New York City Diesel, which some growers reckon smells like nothing but liquorice.
Then there's Black Licorice and Licorice Kush, both blending sweet berry notes with that unmistakable anise twist. These strains are rare finds, but they've built a loyal following among collectors.
Read MoreWhat makes liquorice strains smell and taste the way they do?
It's all down to the mix of scents the plant throws out.
Liquorice-scented strains usually layer anise and fennel seed aromas on top of that core sweet liquorice smell. Durban Poison is famous for its sharp black liquorice and anise punch, and sometimes the buds turn a deep purple too.
New York City Diesel has been tagged by plenty of breeders as pure liquorice through and through. Fennel seed often shows up alongside the liquorice, and the two work together to create something warm and a bit spicy.
Breeders in the Pacific Northwest have reported heavy liquorice and anise profiles in outdoor plants.
On the flavour side, black liquorice is one of the more popular tastes collectors look for these days.
Licorice Kush brings a sweet, sugary berry liquorice flavour that sticks around, while Black Licorice mixes liquorice with blueberry in a way that feels smooth and balanced. Some versions also throw in hints of tea, pine, and a touch of spice that almost fizzes.
The taste can coat the mouth and linger longer than a lot of other herbal or earthy strains. It's not an everyday flavour, but it's common enough that breeders hunting for something new will stumble across it.
Black Licorice in particular delivers a sweet-savoury berry tea vibe with rich spices and fresh herbs woven in, showing just how layered these strains can get.
Which strains should you know about, and where do they come from?
Liquorice strains are a niche corner of the seed world, but they're growing in popularity.
Right now, there are only about 40 strains we stock with liquorice taste, though they're still pretty uncommon.
Durban Poison, Black Licorice, and Licorice Kush are the big names, and each one does liquorice in its own way. Breeders have started chasing liquorice genetics more actively because they want to expand the range of flavours on offer.
It's a specialist interest, but it's picking up steam among collectors who want something that stands out. In places like California, you'll find liquorice-scented strains popping up in legal markets alongside other unusual varieties.
The Pacific Northwest has a bit of a reputation for outdoor plants with heavy liquorice and anise profiles, though the exact lineage of a lot of these strains is patchy.
Heritage cultivars don't always come with clear records, so tracking down where a particular liquorice strain started can be tricky.
Liquorice Frequently Asked Questions
It smells like anise and fennel seed mixed with sweet liquorice, sometimes with a spicy edge that deepens as the buds cure.
Durban Poison, New York City Diesel, Black Licorice, and Licorice Kush are the main ones people talk about for that liquorice kick.
Not really, they're pretty uncommon. Only around 39 strains in the SeedFinder database have liquorice flavour, so they're a niche choice.
You'll often get berry, blueberry, tea, pine, and a touch of spice. Some have a fizzy, carbonated edge that adds extra interest.
Yes, black liquorice and anise notes can develop and intensify over time.
Most lean slightly indica, but you'll find hybrids with sativa traits too. The genetics vary quite a bit from strain to strain.
The Pacific Northwest is known for outdoor plants with heavy liquorice profiles, but exact lineage records are often patchy or missing.
Not always, some strains are infused with liquorice extract from Glycyrrhiza glabra root. Natural versions come from the plant's own chemistry.
It's smoother and coats your mouth longer than herbal or spicy strains, with a sweet-savoury edge that's pretty unique.
Yes, breeders are actively chasing liquorice genetics to expand flavour options, so more varieties are popping up in specialist circles.