Norway is known for its breathtaking scenery, rich fishing grounds and the Northern Lights. The small kingdom in northern Europe has a lot more to offer in addition to these main attractions, but Norway has not previously been known for its beer. That is currently changing.
Although the world had barely heard of Norwegian beer until recently, the country has a long-standing brewing tradition. In the past, every farmer who grew grain also brewed his own beer. Farmers had the right to brew and made active use of this privilege. It was not until the 20th century that the brewing industry was recorded and controlled by the state. From this point onwards, industrial breweries began to be established and private brewing was regulated by law. A handful of larger breweries established themselves in Norway and brewed mostly European beer styles. Traditionally Norwegian include farmhouse ale, which goes back to the beginnings of Norway's brewing tradition, and beers that are brewed with the distinctive yeast strain Kveik. When the craft beer movement reached Norway, beer culture literally blossomed: countless micro and craft breweries sprouted up like mushrooms and the number of beer styles multiplied. Today, in addition to the flora and fauna, the beer landscape also attracts visitors and there is a brewery that makes a significant contribution to this development.
The Nøgne Ø craft brewery 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 brewery's name is borrowed from the poetry of a Norwegian poet and roughly translates to "naked island". With this expression the poet describes 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 richness of Norway. Nøgne Ø calls itself the “uncompromising brewery” and has an ambitious motto: highest quality, character and individuality are three criteria that every single beer from this house must meet. In order to adhere to these self-imposed standards, the brewers select exquisite raw materials and process them into outstanding beers in a gentle, handcrafted process. And the effort is worth it, Nøgne Ø wins prestigious awards every year and is appreciated by beer lovers worldwide. The brewery's range includes a delicately 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 offerings here and get to know Nøgne Ø in the best way possible: through their beer!
