Top 16 Estonian Foods

Located at the hip Telliskivi area, Junimperium Distillery is the first open artisan gin distillery in Tallinn and Estonia, which offers distillery tours for everyone interested in the history of gin and the art of production.Expand

Andre Juustufarm Oü is a cheese producer based in Estonia. The company is known for its artisanal cheese products made from high-quality local milk. They emphasize traditional cheesemaking techniques while also incorporating modern innovations. Andre Juustufarm Oü offers a variety of cheeses, including aged and specialty options.Expand

Chocokoo is a chocolate producer based in Tallinn, Estonia, specializing in crafting bean-to-bar chocolates. The company sources its cocoa beans from various regions around the world, focusing on single-origin beans to produce distinct flavors. Chocokoo also offers chocolate-making workshops and tasting sessions to educate enthusiasts about the nuances of chocolate production.Expand

Põhjala Brewery is an independent craft brewery from Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2011 with the idea of bringing local ingredients and Baltic brewing tradition into modern beer styles. From the very beginning, they focused on high-intensity dark beers, especially porters and barrel-aged stouts, which quickly made them recognizable on the European craft scene. The name “Põhjala” translates to “northern land”, symbolically reflecting their focus on Estonian nature and Nordic identity. Production initially started through contract brewing until the brewery opened its own facility in 2014. Põhjala Brewery exports its beers to more than 30 countries, yet remains strongly connected to the local community and regional ingredients. The brand’s visual identity is minimalist and clean, in line with Nordic design aesthetics. Today, Põhjala Brewery is considered one of the leading craft breweries in the Baltic region and an important representative of the new generation of European craft brewing. Their approach combines local heritage, innovation, and global presence, positioning them as a relevant and distinctive producer in the high-quality beer segment.Expand

Saaremaa is a premium brand of spirits produced by the Saaremaa Distillery in Estonia. The brand is known for its high-quality vodkas and other flavored spirits, crafted using pure local ingredients from the island of Saaremaa. Saaremaa is part of the Anora Group, a leading Nordic and Baltic drinks company, which also owns several other well-known brands. The distillery's products, including the iconic Saaremaa vodka, reflect the region's rich tradition of spirit production while incorporating modern distilling techniques. Through Anora Group's support, Saaremaa continues to expand its reach, offering a taste of Estonian heritage to the global market.Expand

Pühaste Brewery is an independent craft brewery from Tartu, a city regarded as the cultural and university hub of Estonia. The brewery grew out of the homebrewing experiments of head brewer Eero Mander and officially opened its own production facility in 2016. Pühaste is recognized for its experimental approach and meticulous technical execution, which sets it apart on both the Estonian and the wider European craft scene. Their portfolio spans multiple styles - from light lagers and refreshing IPA variations to fruity sour beers and complex, high-intensity barrel-aged stouts. They often incorporate unconventional ingredients such as exotic fruit, spices or specialty malts, yet always with the goal of maintaining balance and a distinctive flavor profile. Despite dynamic expansion and exports across several continents, the brewery remains committed to small batches and a hands-on approach. The taproom in Tartu functions as a place for tasting, education and direct interaction with consumers. Their philosophy is built on the idea that every sip should offer a new flavor experience. Thanks to consistency and boldness, Pühaste has become one of the most exciting breweries in the Baltic region. Their development demonstrates that craft beer can be creative, serious and technically precise at the same time.Expand

Anderson’s Brewery is an independent craft brewery from Tartu, Estonia, known for its modern approach and production flexibility. Founded in 2014, the brewery has focused from the very beginning on quality, experimentation and collaboration with other producers. Their portfolio includes IPAs, stouts, lagers and seasonal specialty releases, with recipes that frequently evolve as they explore new flavor profiles. One particularly distinctive feature of the brewery is their “Beer with your label” service, allowing customers to order beer with custom labels - a unique offering within the craft market. They brew in small batches, ensuring a high level of quality control and authenticity for every release. The style of their beers balances international trends with a sense of local identity - they employ modern brewing techniques while selecting ingredients that emphasize terroir. Their IPAs are often juicy and hop-forward, while their stouts tend to be complex, with notes of chocolate and roasted malt. The taproom in Tartu is designed with a minimalist aesthetic, focusing on tasting and direct interaction with consumers. Anderson’s is highly active in collaborations with other breweries across the region and Europe, contributing to constant development and knowledge sharing. Their visual identity is simple, clean and modern, designed to highlight the beer and its style rather than overwhelm it with design. Their philosophy is straightforward: small batches, high precision, clear style. Anderson’s Brewery demonstrates how a brewery from a smaller market can build a strong identity and achieve relevance on the international craft beer scene.Expand

Kohupiimakreem is an Estonian dessert consisting of a delicious cream made from curd cheese which is combined with vanilla, sugar, and whipped cream. This dessert is always served cold, and it is recommended to top it with raisins or fresh berries for maximum enjoyment. Although it's often made at home, this dessert is also sold commercially in small plastic containers.Expand

Munavoi is a simple Finnish spread consisting of whipped butter combined with mashed hard-boiled eggs. Characterized by a unique coarse texture and a mild, buttery flavor, it is only lightly seasoned with salt and pepper. Apart from Finland, where it is usually spread on bread or served atop Karelian pies, this simple and easily prepared delicacy is also a staple of traditional Estonian cuisine.Expand

Pirukas is a typical Estonian snack consisting of dough pockets filled with a variety of ingredients. It can be classified into three categories: küpsetatud (small, baked), praetud (small, fried), and plaadipirukad (large, baked). The dough can be made with a crumbly, flaky puff pastry, or with regular bread dough. The fillings range from meat, ham, and cabbage to rice, mushrooms, and carrots. Small pirukas can be filled with a variety of different ingredients, but the large ones are filled exclusively with cabbage, meat, and carrots.Expand

This Estonian and Finnish classic is prepared with a combination of roasted and finely milled flour types, usually oat, rye, barley, and pea flour. The mixture is then blended with dairy products such as buttermilk, kefir, or sour milk in order to create a creamy dish similar to porridge, or a thinner variation that is usually enjoyed as a drink. Kama or talkkuna is usually served as a nutritious breakfast or a healthy dessert that is often sweetened and complemented by fruits. Because the production of kama flour is labor-extensive and time-consuming, today it is mainly factory-produced and sold packed in boxes.Expand

Originally a creation of Roman-Catholic monks, and now popular internationally, kringle is a delicious flaky pastry, usually shaped as a pretzel and filled with various ingredients. It was primarily introduced in Denmark, under the influence of Austrian bakers, and later it spread throughout Nordic countries and eventually to the United States, where it gained great success. Each region has created its distinct varieties, using local and seasonally available ingredients. In Denmark, kringle is usually made with either puff pastry or yeasted dough, filled with sweet concoctions that include butter and sugar, marzipan, and raisins. In the 19th century, Danish bakers introduced the tradition of preparing kringle to the United States, specifically Racine Wisconsin, where the pastry was slightly adapted to the now-famous oval shape. Kringle in Racine is always made with traditional Danish laminated dough, in which the pastry layers are generously spread with butter and filled with the lavish combination of fruits, nuts, or cream cheese. Both American and European kringle can be found in bakeries and grocery shops, but while the luscious American creations are usually enjoyed as desserts, the Danish prefer to eat their traditional pastry as an afternoon snack or a perfect accompaniment to coffee or tea.Expand

This traditional Estonian open-faced sandwich consists of a slice of rye bread that is topped with a marinated sprat fillet. The bread is often buttered, or coated with munavoi—the coarse egg and butter spread—while the fillets are occasionally complemented by poached or hard-boiled eggs, green onions, and fresh herbs. This nutritious sandwich is commonly found at local restaurants and is often served on festive occasions.Expand

This popular fuchsia-colored salad is a staple side dish in traditional Estonian cuisine. It is prepared with pickled herring and bite-sized pieces of beets and potatoes, all coated in a refreshing, creamy dressing. The salad is easily adaptable and often includes onions, pickles, smoked meat, hard-boiled eggs, or apples, while the dressing is usually made with a combination of mayonnaise and sour cream, with the occasional addition of mustard, horseradish, and various fresh herbs. Rosolje is typically served well chilled and makes an excellent accompaniment to meat or sausages.Expand

Vispipuuro, russedessert, klappgröt, debesmanna, or mannavaht are different names for a creamy Baltic semolina porridge that is prepared with fresh fruit such as tart lingonberries, cranberries, or red currants. When cooked, the thick porridge is whipped until it transforms into a unique treat with a frothy and light consistency. It is traditionally topped with cream or milk and garnished with fresh fruit. Found across Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Norway and Latvia, this dish is usually enjoyed as a sweet breakfast, a light midday snack, or a refreshing dessert.Expand

Mulgipuder is a rustic Estonian porridge consisting of mashed barley and potatoes. It often incorporates bacon and sautéed onions and is usually served as the main course, accompanied by sour cream and rye bread, or as a side dish complementing various roasted meat dishes. Traditionally associated with Southern Estonia, this comfort food staple is nowadays enjoyed throughout the country as a typical home-cooked meal and a common restaurant dish.Expand

Verivorst is a traditional blood sausage and the country's national dish. It is a typical winter meal, usually served during the Christmas festivities, when piles of verivorst sausages are roasted together with potatoes and pork. The sausage consists of pig's blood, pork, barley, onions, allspice and marjoram. All of the ingredients are stuffed into a pig's intestine, and the sausage is typically accompanied by butter, sour cream, and sauerkraut on the side. For the best experience, verivorst should be topped with a zesty compote made from cranberries or lingonberries. Although cooking with blood might seem strange, there are varieties of verivorst in many other cultures and cuisines such as the Spanish morcilla, French boudin noir, and Irish black pudding.Expand