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Reykjavik Flóki Whisky Tour: Taste Iceland's Spirit
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Overview
Flóki Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting in Reykjavík is a unique experience for whisky lovers and curious travelers. This tour takes people to Iceland’s first and only whisky distillery, Eimverk Distillery. Here, Flóki — a handcrafted single malt whisky — is made from 100% Icelandic barley grown on a family farm.
Visitors get an inside look at traditional methods like sheep dung smoking and pot distillation. There is also a guided tasting throughout the tour. Guests will hear stories connecting Icelandic barley to Viking explorers, early settlers, and the rebirth of local grain farming in modern Iceland. The tour includes tasting award-winning Flóki whisky, handcrafted Vor Gin, and Víti Brennivín, all infused with native botanicals and Icelandic spirit.
The experience includes a Q&A with a member of the Eimverk team and access to the distillery shop for spirits and gifts. A take-home brochure provides product and history information. 
Highlights
Discover Icelandic Whisky: See how Flóki whisky is made from local barley.
Taste Unique Spirits: Try Flóki whisky, Vor Gin, and Víti Brennivín.
Learn About Local History: Hear stories of Vikings and Icelandic farming.
Small-Group Experience: Enjoy a personal tour with expert guidance.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers enjoyed learning about the whisky-making process.
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Many loved the unique flavors of the Icelandic spirits.
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Visitors appreciated the friendly and knowledgeable staff.
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Guests found the tour to be a fun and interesting experience.
Some found the distillery location a bit difficult to get to.
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A few people wished for more generous tasting portions.
The Journey
Eimverk Distillery
Venture into Eimverk Distillery, the pioneering birthplace of Icelandic whisky, Flóki. Here, you'll uncover the artistry behind crafting spirits from 100% locally sourced barley. The tour unveils the secrets of their unique production methods, including the unconventional sheep dung smoking process, alongside the creation of Vor Gin and Víti Brennivín using native botanicals. A guided tasting offers a deep dive into the flavors of Iceland, providing a captivating glimpse into local innovation and distilling traditions. Ideal for whisky aficionados and curious travelers alike, Eimverk delivers an authentic taste of Iceland's spirited ingenuity.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a guided tour of Eimverk Distillery, a Q&A session with the Eimverk team, access to the distillery shop, alcoholic beverages for tasting, and a take-home brochure. It does not include private transportation or meals. Additional purchases from the distillery shop are not included.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers recommend dressing warmly, as the distillery can be chilly. Consider purchasing a bottle of your favorite spirit at the distillery shop to enjoy later.
Review Summary
People usually say the Flóki Whisky Distillery Tour offers a unique and highly informative experience, praised for its engaging guide, small group size, and rich storytelling about Icelandic whisky heritage. Visitors appreciate the variety and quality of tastings including whisky, gin, and brennivín. Some mention the location requires planning since transportation is not included, but the distillery is accessible by taxi or public transit. Negative comments are rare but relate mainly to the absence of food service at the distillery.
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