Yes there is licorice but less so than the delicious 85% which I prefer for the intensity of one-of-a-kind flavors.
This is a truly unique flavor that reminds me of the Chinese herbal jelly guilinggao and licorice. It's not necessarily appetizing for all, but I find it quite good and I also appreciate the originality of Taiwanese chocolate.
The degree of difference is significantly more than that of different countries in South America, or even comparing Africa to South America origins. Not as good as Amano Dos Rios or Manoa Chocolate Mililani (the two most delicious and most uniquely flavored origins I've had).
I really enjoyed this bar. I found it to have a bright fruity and smooth flavor. I will order it again.
I have chocolate from around the world and dark milk is my favorite followed by flavored white chocolates. There is a sense of fudge that I prize but can’t describe. The flavor profile just seems right for me.