Reykjavik: Flóki Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting

Inside Iceland's Only Whisky Distillery: Flóki & Local Grain

You tour Iceland's only whisky distillery, walk the production area where Flóki is handcrafted from local barley, and taste three spirits (whisky, gin, and brennivín), while a team member explains the sheep dung smoking and pot distillation methods. You leave with product history and the story of how Icelandic grain farming came back. Small groups, no crowds, questions welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Tour and tasting at Flóki Distillery

• Arrive at Eimverk Distillery
• Learn about Icelandic barley and whisky
• See traditional sheep dung smoking process
• Visit production area and pot distillation
• Taste Flóki whisky, Vor Gin, and Víti Brennivín
• Hear stories of Icelandic grain farming

The experience

The person pouring your first taste at Eimverk Distillery in Reykjavik will probably mention the barley before the whisky itself. That's because Flóki starts on a family farm (100% Icelandic grain, no shortcuts), and the distillery team genuinely wants you to understand why that matters. You walk through the production area and see the copper pot stills, the sheep dung smoking process (yes, really), and the whole operation is small enough that you're not shuffling through a crowd. The guide answers questions without the rehearsed tone, and you get a real sense of how someone decided to revive grain farming in Iceland and turn it into whisky.

The tasting happens throughout the tour, not tacked on at the end. You'll taste multiple expressions of Flóki whisky, plus Vor Gin and Víti Brennivín. All made here with native Icelandic botanicals. The spirits are distinct enough that you notice the difference between them, and the guide explains the process without making it feel like a chemistry lesson. It's the kind of experience where you understand what you're tasting instead of just nodding along. The whole thing takes a couple of hours, and groups stay small, so there's room to ask the questions that actually interest you.

You'll leave with a take-home brochure that ties the barley back to Viking explorers and early settlers. The kind of detail that makes the whisky taste a little different when you open it later. The distillery shop is there if you want to buy a bottle, but there's no pressure. Public transport gets you there easily from central Reykjavik, and the space is wheelchair accessible throughout.

What’s included

Expert-led tour of the production areas at Eimverk Distillery, guided tasting of Flóki whisky (multiple expressions), Vor Gin, and Víti Brennivín, Q&A with a distillery team member, access to the distillery shop, and a take-home brochure with product and history information.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 14:00 and 16:00

AgesAdult (20 and older) · Under 20: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Please plan to arrive 5–10 minutes before your scheduled tour time.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Eimverk Distillery – Home of Flóki Whisky

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to understand how Icelandic whisky is actually made (the barley story, the smoking process, the whole thing) without spending hours in a large group or feeling rushed through the tasting.

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Top questions

How long is the Flóki Whisky Distillery tour?

The tour typically runs a couple of hours, including the production area walk-through and guided tastings.

What spirits do you taste at Eimverk Distillery?

You taste multiple expressions of Flóki whisky, Vor Gin, and Víti Brennivín, all made at the distillery with Icelandic botanicals.

Is the distillery accessible for wheelchair users?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options are also wheelchair accessible.

Can I bring children to the whisky distillery tour?

The tour is not recommended for children or infants, but you can email the distillery in advance to discuss possible accommodation.

What is the minimum drinking age in Iceland?

The legal drinking age in Iceland is 20 years.

How do I get to Eimverk Distillery in Reykjavik?

Public transportation options are available nearby the distillery.

What's included in the tour?

The tour includes a guided walk through production areas, Q&A with a distillery team member, tastings of all three spirits, access to the shop, and a take-home brochure with product and history information.

Is this tour suitable for non-whisky drinkers?

Yes, the experience is designed for curious travelers as well as whisky enthusiasts, and focuses on Icelandic craftsmanship and local grain farming.