American Licorice Co

Theo Chocolate, a US chocolate maker, has announced it is planning to merge with confectionery firm American Licorice Co in order to restructure its operations, which will result in the closure of its Seattle factory and a reduction in staff headcount. In its 18 years of operation, Theo Chocolate said it had transformed from a local Seattle-based company into a nationally-distributed brand. It will join American Licorice Co’s portfolio of …