Licorice Tea Add-InLicorice is a flowering shrub like plant. It's also referred to as "sweet root" because it contains compounds that provide more sweetness than sugar. A known stress reducer, may aid in healing ulcers and the relieving of allergy symptoms. Ingredients: licorice root We call this an "Add in". If you're looking to achieve specific benefits from it we suggest adding some to every cup of tea you drink.