Small black cats with a firm bite give traditional liquorice a playful twist. Venco Katjes Drop Hard and Sweet Cats are cat-shaped Dutch liquorice pieces with a hard texture and a sweet liquorice taste designed to develop slowly in the mouth. Each 120g bag contains approximately 40 pieces weighing around 3g each, making it a manageable pack for personal snacking or sharing with another liquorice fan.
The glossy black pieces are moulded with little faces, ears and paws, bringing some character to the familiar look of Dutch drop. Their hard consistency offers a longer-lasting chew than soft liquorice, so they can be sucked first and carefully chewed as they soften. The sweetness also makes this variety an approachable option for customers who prefer classic liquorice without the powerful saltiness associated with salmiak varieties.
Venco has been making drop since 1878, and the brand remains closely associated with traditional Dutch liquorice. The word “katjes” refers to little cats, neatly describing the shapes found inside this bag. Their distinctive design and firm texture provide something different from liquorice straps, allsorts, twists and softer bite-sized pieces.
A 120g bag fits comfortably in a desk drawer, pantry or travel snack selection for those who like to keep a liquorice treat nearby. The cat shapes can also bring a quirky touch to Halloween lolly bowls, animal-themed gatherings or a mixed European confectionery platter. With roughly 40 pieces per bag, there is enough for several small servings without moving into a larger bulk format.
Imported sweet shops, confectionery retailers, delis and specialty grocers can place these Dutch liquorice cats alongside other Venco products and European sweets. The bold black-and-red packaging clearly identifies the brand, while the pink “hard zoet” panel communicates that the pieces are hard and sweet. For customers exploring different styles of drop, Katjes Drop provides a recognisable entry point with its straightforward liquorice flavour and memorable novelty shape.
The Professors has supplied confectionery to households and businesses since 2006, with The Professors Online Lolly Shop offering Australia-wide shipping. Customers near Castle Hill, NSW, can also visit The Professors Confectionery Warehouse to browse the range in person. From Dutch drop and traditional liquorice to gummies, chocolates and bulk lollies, the wider selection covers personal treats, themed gatherings and retail shelves.
