Is licorice a flavor or type of candy?

Licorice is both a flavor and a type of candy. As a flavor, licorice is derived from the root of the Glycyrrhiza glabra plant and has a distinct, sweet, and slightly bitter taste. As a candy, licorice refers to confections that predominantly feature the licorice flavor. Licorice candy can come in various forms, such as chewy licorice ropes, black licorice sticks, licorice-flavored gum, or even licorice-infused beverages.