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From Iceland, hot from around the world!<br>What is Brennivin, the traditional drink!<br>

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From Iceland, hot from around the world!
What is Brennivin, the traditional drink!

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Have you heard of Brennivin, the traditional Icelandic drink also known as 'Black Death'?　Rumour has it that in recent years, high-quality small-batch versions and cocktails that utilise unique flavours have been attracting young Icelanders and international tourists.What is it about them that makes you curious? We spoke to local distilleries and bars.

writer：Rika Higashi（ポルトガル在住）

火山灰に覆われたアイスランドの氷河。厳しい環境が「ブレニヴィン」を生む。

Icelandic glaciers covered with volcanic ash.The harsh environment creates 'blennivin'.

The key ingredient in the taste is caraway seed!

To answer the question first, Iceland's national drink, Brennivín, is an aquavit schnapps based on potatoes and grains.



It is characterised by the cool, soft water of Iceland, known as the Land of Fire and Ice, and flavoured with caraway seeds, which thrive in the harsh environment.



In Icelandic, 'blennivin' means 'burning wine', or distilled liquor.



The alcohol content is around 40-50%.



It has the frightening nickname 'Black Death', but this is intentional!

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