- Gløgg: The Norwegian take on mulled wine. You mix the sirupy mixture with hot red wine, and add chopped almonds and raisins. My personal favourite, it gets me in the Christmas mood instantly.

- Juleøl: There are two kinds of Christmas beers, which are basically spiced beers brewed specifically for the Christmas season. The strong ones are only available from the Vinmonopolet, while the weaker variety can be found in stores everywhere. Most Norwegian breweries make several Christmas beers every year, ranging from non-alcoholic to strong. Of the beers available from the Vinmonopolet, julebukk is usually the strongest variety.

- Aquavit: The spirit of choice for Christmas (and many other special occasions) in Norway. See former entry on this blog.

- Home-brewed juleøl: A disappearing tradition, but an important one in the old days, when each family would brew its own non-alcoholic beer in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Some Norwegians uphold the custom to this day.

- Julebrus: Fizzy soft drink, red in colour and with a very artificial taste, slightly reminiscent of raspberry. Popular with children.

- Julmust: Imported from Sweden, and consumed by some Norwegians as an alternative to cola in the festive season.