Darrell Lea Australian Licorice

Darrell Lea is an iconic Australian confectionery brand founded in 1927 by Harry Lea in Sydney. Named after his youngest son, the company became famous for its soft-eating licorice and Rocky Road.

While the brand faced financial restructuring in the early 21st century, it remains a powerhouse in the Australian market. Today, the majority of its products are still manufactured in Australia, specifically at its facility in Ingleburn, New South Wales. The brand is currently owned by Quadrant Private Equity, an Australian private equity firm that acquired it from the Quinn family.