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Best Icelandic Food Producers
Mjólkursamsalan (MS) is the largest dairy company in Iceland, renowned for producing high-quality dairy products using milk from Icelandic farms. With a long-standing tradition and a commitment to sustainable production, MS offers a wide range of products, including butter, cheese, yogurt, milk, and specialties such as skyr and traditional Icelandic dairy products.
The company collaborates with local farmers, ensuring that the milk comes from controlled sources and is processed under the highest standards of quality and hygiene. MS takes pride in its innovations in the dairy industry, combining modern technology with authentic recipes to preserve the rich taste and nutritional value of its products.
BEST Mjolkursamsalan Butters
Omnom Chocolate is an artisan chocolate maker based in Reykjavík, Iceland, founded in 2013 by childhood friends Kjartan Gíslason and Óskar Þórðarson. The company sources its cacao beans from various regions around the world, including Nicaragua, Tanzania, and Madagascar, focusing on direct and sustainable trade practices to ensure quality and ethical sourcing.
Omnom Chocolate is distinguished by its experimental flavors that often incorporate Icelandic ingredients, such as sea salt, licorice, and locally sourced milk, reflecting the natural and culinary heritage of Iceland. As a leader in Iceland's craft chocolate scene, Omnom operates a transparent factory and offers tours that allow visitors to learn about the chocolate-making process and taste their eclectic variety of chocolate bars.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2018, 2017
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2015
BEST Omnom Chocolate Chocolates
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2019
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2021
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2019, 2017, 2016, 2015
BEST Nordic Chocolatiers Chocolates
Reyka Vodka is owned by William Grant & Sons, a renowned family-owned distillery known for its premium spirits portfolio. Reyka Vodka is made in Borgarnes, Iceland, using pure glacial spring water, geothermal energy, and lava rock filtration, making it a unique and sustainable product.
It is distilled in small batches with high-quality Carter-Head stills, known for enhancing smoothness. Reyka emphasizes Icelandic natural resources, offering a clean, crisp taste, and being environmentally conscious. It's distilled with renewable energy, highlighting Iceland's natural beauty and commitment to sustainability.
AWARDS
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2019
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2023
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold
2022
BEST Reyka Vodka Spirits
AWARDS
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2021
World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2021
BEST Hovdenak Distillery Spirits
Oialla is a Danish chocolate producer that specializes in organic chocolate made from wild Bolivian cacao beans. The company was founded by Rasmus Bo Bojesen, and it is known for sourcing its cacao beans from the Beniano region of Bolivia, which are harvested from wild trees in the Amazon rainforest.
Oialla produces a variety of chocolate bars, including single-origin chocolates, emphasizing sustainable practices and direct trade with local cacao producers.
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2018, 2013, 2011
Academy of Chocolate - Bronze
2018, 2013
BEST Oialla Chocolates
AWARDS
Academy of Chocolate - Gold
2017
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2014
International Chocolate Awards - Silver
2014
BEST Svenningsen Chocolatier Chocolates
Simply Chocolate is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and produces a variety of chocolate bars and other cocoa-based products. The company emphasizes the use of natural ingredients and high-quality cocoa in their chocolate production. Their product range often features unique combinations and flavors, catering to both traditional and innovative taste preferences.
All chocolates are crafted using traditional methods to ensure premium quality and taste.
AWARDS
World Cheese Awards - Gold
2023, 2022
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Best Icelandic Food Products
The Milk of Nicaragua from Omnom Chocolate features milk chocolate made from Nicaraguan cocoa beans, known for their rich and complex flavor profile. This chocolate is characterized by a creamy texture and a balanced taste that highlights the natural sweetness and subtle fruity notes of the beans.
The Milk of Nicaragua bar is part of their single-origin collection, which aims to showcase the unique characteristics of cocoa from different regions around the world.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2018, 2017
International Chocolate Awards - Best in competition' overall winners
2018
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2019
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International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2014
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World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2021
Biokaas Kinderdijk - organic cow's cheese - extra matured 8 months made by Marion is a remarkable product known for its rich and robust flavor. This cheese is crafted from organic cow's milk and undergoes an eight-month maturation process, which allows it to develop a complex and full-bodied taste profile.
Produced by Marion, the cheese is celebrated for its commitment to quality and adherence to organic farming practices.
AWARDS
World Cheese Awards - Gold
2023
Biokaas Kinderdijk - organic goat's cheese - extra matured 8 months made by Marion is a premium dairy product known for its rich, full-bodied flavor that develops through an extended aging process of eight months. This cheese is handcrafted using organic goat's milk, ensuring a natural and authentic taste that stands out in quality and essence.
The extra maturation period contributes to its complex flavor profile, characterized by a firm texture and a slight nutty taste, making it a versatile addition to various culinary applications.
AWARDS
World Cheese Awards - Gold
2023
Smjör is a premium Icelandic butter, carefully crafted from fresh cream sourced from cows that graze on the rich, untouched pastures of Iceland. Its rich, creamy texture and full, natural flavor make it the perfect choice for those who appreciate high-quality and authentic dairy products.
Available in lightly salted and unsalted varieties, Smjör offers versatility in the kitchen - ideal for spreading on fresh bread, baking pastries, preparing sauces, or enhancing dishes with its unique, full-bodied dairy aroma. Thanks to its superior texture and taste, this butter is a favorite among professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts worldwide.
AWARDS
International Chocolate Awards - Gold
2019
Academy of Chocolate - Silver
2021
Reyka Vodka is an Icelandic premium vodka crafted using pure glacial spring water and geothermal energy. Distilled in small batches, it is filtered through lava rocks, giving it a clean and smooth taste. Reyka Vodka is known for its crisp and refreshing flavor profile, which is ideal for sipping or in cocktails.
The brand prides itself on its sustainable production process, utilizing Iceland's natural resources for a unique and environmentally conscious spirit.
AWARDS
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2019
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2023
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold
2022
AWARDS
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2021
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