What to Buy in Beautiful Copenhagen? 4 Recommended Souvenir Picks
Scandinavia isn’t exactly cheap, and visitors to Denmark may be a little shocked by the high prices. If you need to pick up a lot of gifts, it can get expensive fast. When in doubt, turn to edible treats—you can get something authentic at a friendly price. Here are four wallet‑friendly souvenir ideas from Copenhagen!
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What to Buy in Beautiful Copenhagen? 4 Recommended Souvenir Picks
1. Anthon Berg Chocolate
Everyone loves chocolate as a souvenir, right? You can’t go wrong grabbing a box when you’re stumped. But if you want something genuinely delicious and distinctly Danish, reach for Anthon Berg chocolate. As purveyors to the Danish royal household, their taste and quality are virtually guaranteed—and they’ve been at it for over 125 years.
Anthon Berg’s signature treat is their miniature dark‑chocolate liqueur bottles. Tiny (~5 cm) replicas of Rémy Martin, Jack Daniel’s, Cointreau, Malibu, and more—cute enough to display on your shelf! Of course, their classic chocolate bars come in a wide variety, too.
2. Coffee Beans
Nordics really love their coffee—Denmark ranks near the top for per‑capita consumption.
Copenhagen’s hottest spot right now is Coffee Collective, founded in 2006 by a world‑champion barista and three fellow enthusiasts. Their mission? Travel to farms in South America and Africa to buy beans direct. Word of their freshly roasted, expertly brewed coffee spread fast, making them famous almost overnight.
A bag of their beans makes an ideal gift for any coffee lover. For a budget‑friendly alternative, pick up Irma supermarket’s own‑label coffee—you’ll see it in stylish grocery stores around town.
3. Lakrids (Licorice)
You’ve probably heard whispers of Danish licorice—jet‑black candy that’s a guaranteed conversation starter.
Lakrids is made from licorice root extract, anise oil, gelatin, and ammonium chloride, and colored with food‑grade carbon. Beyond its striking hue, it tastes herbal—almost medicinal. Danes grow up on it, so they eat it with ease.
Just stroll into any supermarket and you’ll spot rows of pitch‑black gummies and hard candies. It’s the ultimate “fun” souvenir.
4. Flying Tiger Goods
Flying Tiger launched in Copenhagen in 1995 and has since become a beloved chain. Locals don’t see it as a 100‑yen store, but rather as a go‑to for cute, affordable homewares, stationery, snacks, and more. The stores are always bustling, proof of their wide appeal.
You’ll find items you can’t buy back home—plus Danish‑only treats (including Lakrids!). In an otherwise pricey market, Tiger is a true lifesaver—definitely worth a browse.
◎ Summary
There you have four wallet‑friendly Danish souvenirs: royal‑warranted chocolate, world‑class coffee, quirky licorice, and cute Tiger finds. Grab one—or all—on your Copenhagen trip for a taste of Denmark you’ll remember!
