Swedish Alcoholic Beverages

Glögg is a favorite winter drink in Scandinavia. In its basic form, this version of mulled wine combines red wine, sugar, and various spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ginger, and orange zest. Typically served warm... READ MORE

This beer style evolved from the British porter, and it was partially influenced by imperial stouts. The beers that fall under this category will typically have high alcohol content, usually between 5.5 and 9.5% ABV, while their color ranges from ... READ MORE

Akvavit is a Scandinavian spirit that is usually distilled from grains or potatoes. After distillation, it is infused with various botanicals, though the most common are caraway and dill. Other options may include fennel, coriander, clove... READ MORE

Swedish punsch is an arrack-based liqueur that was first introduced in the 18th century when the Swedish East India Company started importing Batavian arrack from Java. In its early days, punsch was enjoyed warm and prepared just before s... READ MORE

Gotlandsdricka is a beer style that originated on the Swedish island of Gotland. The brew was made with local ingredients and traditional techniques, and it is often classified as a type of farmhouse ale—an ancient European style in... READ MORE