Does Iceland drink beer?

Since that ban was lifted in 1989, Iceland's consumption of beer has increased markedly and new breweries have begun to emerge. Iceland's early settlers came from cultures where drinking beer and mead was commonplace. Poems such as the Hávamál reference the drinking of ale ( öl ).

What is Iceland famous for?

O ne of the things Iceland is most famous for is our beer. That’s no surprise given the bar and nightlife scene in downtown Reykjavik. From a thriving microbrewery culture to the beers on tap at Laugavegur Street bars, you’ll definitely find some tasty drops here. So which is the best Icelandic beer?

Why was beer banned in Iceland 100 years ago?

When full prohibition became law 100 years ago, alcohol in general was frowned upon, and beer was especially out of favour - for political reasons. Iceland was engaged in a struggle for independence from Denmark at the time, and Icelanders strongly associated beer with Danish lifestyles.

What to drink in Reykjavik?

Tasters were treated to a black beer with hints of dark chocolate, smoke, and roasted malt. As you’re doing your own custom bar crawl during a night out in Reykjavik, be sure to order a pint of Gaedingur stout. It’s an absolutely scrumptious combination of coffee, chocolate, and caramel that will have you feeling like a kid in a candy store.