Norway is known for its stunning scenery, rich fishing grounds and the Northern Lights. The small kingdom in the north of Europe has a lot more to offer than these main attractions, but Norway has not been known for its beer. That is changing.
Even though the world had hardly heard of Norwegian beer until recently, the country has a long brewing tradition. In the past, every farmer who grew grain also brewed his own beer. Farmers had the right to brew and actively used this privilege. It was not until the 20th century that the brewing industry was registered and controlled by the state. From this point on, industrial breweries began to be founded and private brewing was regulated by law. A handful of larger breweries established themselves in Norway and brewed mostly European beer styles. Traditional Norwegian beers include farmhouse ale, which dates back to the beginnings of Norway's brewing tradition, and beers brewed with the distinctive Kveik yeast strain. When the craft beer movement reached Norway, beer culture literally blossomed: countless micro and craft breweries sprang up like mushrooms and the number of beer styles multiplied. Today, in addition to flora and fauna, the beer landscape also attracts visitors and there is a brewery that makes a significant contribution to this development.
The craft brewery Nøgne Ø is one of the leading producers of craft beer in Norway and has drawn the attention of the international beer market to the country. The name of the brewery is borrowed from the poetry of a Norwegian poet and roughly translates as "naked island". The poet uses this expression to describe the rough coastline, criss-crossed by steep cliffs and rugged rocks, that surrounds the country and stands in stark contrast to the cultural diversity and aesthetic wealth of Norway. Nøgne Ø calls itself the "uncompromising brewery" and thus has an ambitious motto: the highest quality, character and individuality are three criteria that every single beer from this house must meet. In order to meet these self-imposed standards, the brewers select exquisite raw materials and process them in a gentle, artisanal process to create outstanding beers. And the effort is worth it, Nøgne Ø wins prestigious awards every year and is valued by beer lovers around the world. The brewery's range includes a carefully curated selection of international beer styles, to which the brewers have given their very own touch using special tricks and ingredients. With Porter , IPA , Imperial Stout , Pale Ale and Co., there is something for every beer taste.
Discover the brewery's tempting offer here and get to know Nøgne Ø in the best way possible: through their beer!
