Ölgerðin Beverages

Ölgerðin Egill Skallagrímsson, commonly known simply as Ölgerðin, is Iceland’s oldest and most iconic beverage producer. Founded in April 1913, the brand began its journey with the production of Maltextrakt, a traditional Icelandic malt drink that remains a staple in the country today. Over the decades, it has expanded its portfolio to include a wide variety of beers, cider, energy drinks, and sparkling waters, becoming a cornerstone of Icelandic industrial history.

While the company produces its own heritage brands like Egils Gull and Malt, it is also a significant manufacturing partner for international giants. It holds the exclusive license to bottle Pepsi, 7UP, and Mountain Dew in Iceland. The company operates modern production and logistics facilities in Reykjavík, ensuring that its products are primarily manufactured on the island to serve the local market and international export.

Today, Ölgerðin is a publicly traded company on the Nasdaq Iceland stock exchange. It maintains its independence as a major Icelandic corporation, owned by a combination of investment funds and private shareholders within Iceland. This ownership structure allows it to remain deeply rooted in its country of origin while maintaining global standards of beverage production.