Often referred to as Swedish national drink this traditional liqueur is based on arrack, strong distilled spirit made from fermented fruit, sugar cane, rice and aniseed. It was imported to Scandinavia in the 18th Century from the Indonesian island... more

Although Sweden isn't usually associated with wine-growing area, viticulture is present in most of the country. The wines are made from various berries and other fruit, such as cloudberries, rhubarb, juniper, blueberries, raspberries or...

Glögg is one of the most famous Scandinavian drinks, especially popular in the winter. It's always served hot in large mugs to keep you warm through the evening. To prepare this drink, you mix wine, juice and various spices as well as cut fruit and... more

The name Julmust derives from the Swedish word jul which translates to 'Christmas'. Usually you can taste this drink around Christmas time. For the first time it was mde in 1910 and was meant to be a non-alcoholic drink tasting similarly to... more

Brännvin is a very popular drink in Scandinavia. This alcohol is distilled from potatoes or grain and different flavours are obtained by adding various herbs and spices such as cumin, dill, wormwood, elderberry, wild rose, bog myrtle, St John's... more

Cider is a popular low alcoholic drink. Usually made from fermented apple juice, it's a sparkling beverage that is especially refreshing when served chilled. It's also drunk in the winter however, mixed with fruit and spices and heated. In many... more

Pontikka is the Swedish name for home-distilled spirits. Usually they are made from potatoes and sugar. The name Pontikka derives from cheap French wine made in the city of Pontac. It is also called skogsstjärnan - 'forest star', kotipolttoinen... more

Filmjölk,is the common Swedish name for fermented sour milk products. Similar to yoghurt or kefir, it is an inseparable part of a typical breakfast in the Nordic countries. As it contains living bacteria, it is highly recommended to people with... more