Reykjavík Grapevine - 10.03.2017, Blaðsíða 47

Shopping 47The Reykjavík GrapevineIssue 03 — 2017
66°NORTH Workman Hat
Everyone from rural farm-
ers to downtown fuckboys rep’
66°NORTH. While their winter
parkas are beautiful, they also
come in at anywhere between
70,000 and 150,000 ISK—not re-
ally a casual buy. Another option?
66°NORTH’s workman hats are
just as iconic, and cost only 3,400
ISK each. Next to lopapeysa, these
knitted beanies are without a
doubt the most Icelandic thing you
can put on your body. Walk around
Reykjavík in one and you’ll easily
blend in like a local, ‘cause who
wants to look like a tourist right?
66°NORTH has stores all around
Iceland but the most centrally lo-
cated one is on Bankastræti 5 in
downtown Reykjavík.
Brennivín
Are you a fan of schnapps? How
about schnapps without sugar? If
this sounds appealing, well today
is your lucky day. Brennivín—a
culinary cross between aquavit
and sugarless schnapps—is the
most Icelandic thing you can take
a sip of. Made with fermented po-
tato mash and caraway seeds, your
first shot will taste like licorice
but your second like water. Why?
Brennivín’s nickname is “Svar-
ti dauði,” which means “black
death.” So if you’re looking to
black out the Viking way, pick up a
bottle at the duty free.
Lakkrís
Scandinavia is weirdly preoccu-
pied with a material called black
licorice. It’s certainly an acquired
taste, but Icelanders like to cover
it in milk chocolate. This is called
lakkrís. Not only is the mix
pretty tasty and ad-
dictive, it’s also
a great way
for non-
l i c o r i c e -
lovers to
start eat-
ing that
zingy black
n a m m i
(Icelandic for
candy). If you’re
doubtful about chocolate licorice,
just think about how much you
can find out about a country from
eating their junk food. In the case
of Iceland—this means they are
sweet on the outside, but compli-
cated, spicy, and a little bit weird
under the skin.
Bioeffect EGL Day Serum
Bioeffect EGL Day Serum is used
by 25% of Icelandic woman, and
have you noticed how great their
skin is? Made from barley seeds
grown in Icelandic greenhouses,
this serum is a must-have for any-
one worried about aging. It targets
dry spots, fine lines, sun dam-
age, and wrinkles, but Icelandic
woman—without exaggeration—
swear by it. If you’re a skincare
junkie looking for a buy you might
actually use (more than a stuffed
puffin) pick one up at any skincare
store in Reykjavík.
Buy Shit
Short stay in town?
Here are some random essentials.
Words: Hannah Jane Cohen
Last Thing I Bought:

Name: Melkorka Kormáksdóttir Age: 22
Job: Clerk at Kormákur & Skjöldur clothing store
Last Purchase: A beer.
Photo & Text: Hrefna Björg Gylfadóttir
Hafnarstræti 1–3 / Tel. 555 2900 / saetasvinid.is
ICELANDIC GASTROPUB
LOCAL
FOOD AND BEER
Tasty and fun food made with fresh and local Icelandic ingredients.
We oˆer a unique selection of Icelandic beer – 20 bottled, 10 on draft,
and artisan cocktails to enjoy alongside the food.
Open 11:30–23:30
Drop by for lunch, late lunch, dinner or drinks in a casual and fun atmosphere.