With Zane Lamprey


Thursdays at 9PM ET

Denmark

Denmark

Viking ships, cannons and bars made of ice? No its not the newest fantasy blockbuster, it's the latest episode of Three Sheets. As he explores Denmark, Zane visits the Carlsberg brewery, has a blast with some local sailors and takes a skinny dip in sub-arctic waters. Given the cold temps, Zane attempts to keep his belly warm with many layers and many cocktails. Can Zane keep his body temperature warm enough to find out the secrets of Danish living? Find out, when Zane goes Three Sheets to Denmark.     

From Vikings to little mermaids, the Danish are known for more than just breakfast pastry. And considering it's the birthplace of Lager, it's a safe assumption to make that the people of Denmark certainly know how to have a good time. Many bars have a happy hour (usually called "Double Up") a couple of afternoons or evenings a week. "Hygge" is also a key part of the Danish way of life; as it means focusing on forgetting daily problems and enjoying the simple things in life. Young people will meet their friends in one of the many cafés for a cup of coffee or a beer. Rich in history and packed with things to do, it is no wonder recent surveys have deemed as "the happiest place in the world."

Visit: Carlsberg Brewery
Drink: Carlsberg Lager
Drink: Jacobsen Beer
Eat: Danish Blue Cheese

Visit: Absolut Icebar
Drink: Absolut Dare  

Visit: Sørens VærtshusSørens Værtshus
Drink: Carlsberg Lager
Drink: Shot of Fisk 

Visit: Aalborg Kanonlaug
Drink: Carlsberg Lager
Drink: 3 shots of Aalborg Taffel Akvavit

Visit: Aalborg Akvavit Distillery
Drink: Pure Akvavit (192 Proof)

Visit: Elbjørn
Drink: Elbjørn Snaps
Drink: Aalborg Nordguld Akvavit
Drink: Aalborg Jule Akvavit
Drink: Høker Snaps
 
Visit: Viking Club
Do: Arctic Swim (Hangover Cure)

More Denmark Facts:

  • Criminals take note: Attempt to escape from prison is not illegal in Denmark, however, if one is caught he is required to serve out the remainder of his term.
  • In 1970, Led Zeppelin was forced to play a concert in Copenhagen billed as 'The Nobs' out of fear of a lawsuit by Eva von Zeppelin, relative of airship inventor Ferdinand von Zeppelin.
  • Believe it or not, Denmark is the oldest monarchy in the Western Europe.
  • Denmark is home to the Great Belt Bridge, the largest suspension bridge of its type in the world with a height as tall as the Eiffel Tower.
  • Notable great Danes include writer Hans Christian Andersen, drummer Lars Ulrich and physicist Niels Bohr.
  • The national flag of Denmark, the Dannebrog, is the oldest country flag in the world still in use.