The American Licorice Company Is A Family Owned Candy Manufacturer Based In La Porteindianafounded In 1914 By Martin Kretchmerthe Company Has A Rich History That Began In Chicago With The Production Of Black Licorice Twistsit Expanded Its Offerings In 1920 With The Introduction Of Raspberry Vinesnow Known As Red Vinesa The Company Gained Recognition In 1925 For Creating Licorice Shoes For Charlie Chaplinae S Filmthe Gold Rushamerican Licorice Specializes In Licorice And Fruit Flavored Chewy Candiesincluding Black Licorice Twistsred Vinesa Sour Punchastrawsand Sour Extinguishersa With Manufacturing Facilities In Indiana And Californiathe Company Produces Over 20 Million Pounds Of Candy Annuallyin June 2023American Licorice Announced A Merger With Theo Chocolateindicating Plans For Growth In The Confectionery Marketthe Company Is Committed To Community Initiatives And Sustainabilityappealing To A Wide Range Of Consumers Through Its Nostalgic And Youth Oriented Products
