Djungelvrål: The Salmiak Test
Djungelvrål is the Swedish salmiak licorice so salty it is used to test outsiders. Here is what it is and how to survive it.
Djungelvrål is a Swedish salty licorice (salmiak) made by Malaco, famous for being extremely salty, sold with a tongue-in-cheek warning vibe. It is one of the saltiest mainstream candies in the world and a classic dare for first-timers to Scandinavian salmiak.
What is Djungelvrål?
An intensely salty salmiak licorice from Malaco. The name and packaging lean into the extreme reputation.
How to survive it
Do not start here. Build up with milder salty licorice and our how-to-eat-salmiak guide first.
Where it fits
For salmiak veterans, a Djungelvrål in a pick-and-mix bag is a badge of honor. See the Malaco range.
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Gustav Lindqvist · Candy Master
Gustav grew up in Sweden on a strict Saturday-candy schedule, mixing his lördagsgodis bag at the lösgodis wall before he could spell salmiak. He has spent years tasting his way across Scandinavian candy, and now curates the range at TheSweetsTruck, from BUBS sour skulls to the saltiest licorice most people cannot finish.
Last updated 7/16/2026