If you’re doing the EPCOT crawl and you hit a wall somewhere around China, the Viking Coffee from Norway is your rescue drink. It’s caffeine, it’s booze, it’s cold, and it tastes like dessert. There’s a reason this is the one drink we never skip.
Here’s everything you need to know, like where to find it, what to order, and our favorite copycat recipe that we make at home when we can’t get to the parks.
Jump to RecipeWhat is Viking Coffee?
Viking Coffee is exactly what it sounds like: coffee spiked with Baileys Irish Cream and Kamora Coffee Liqueur, served hot or frozen. The frozen version is the one you want. It’s thick, creamy, and has a texture closer to a Frappuccino than an iced coffee, which is exactly what you need when you’re walking 1.2 miles in Florida humidity.
The hot version uses the same ingredients, just served hot. It’s perfectly fine. It’s also a choice you’ll only make once during the five or six days a year when Central Florida dips below 70 degrees. Stick with frozen.
For Disney fans familiar with EPCOT classics like Germany’s Grapefruit Beer or Canada’s Ottawa Apple, Viking Coffee offers a different (and sometimes essential!) boost: caffeine. And, that’s why the Viking Coffee is one of our go-to picks when Drinking Around the World at EPCOT.
The Kristoff Kaffe (aka the non-alcoholic version)
If someone in your group isn’t drinking, the Kristoff Kaffe let’s them have all the flavor without the booze.
It’s the same frozen coffee base without the spirits, topped with the same chocolate sauce and crunch. It’s genuinely one of the best non-alcoholic drinks in the park, and it’s a few dollars cheaper than some of the others you’ll find.
Frozen Viking Coffee
Type of Item: Cocktail
Where to Find It: Kringla Bakeri og Kafe
Average Price: $15.50
Our Rating:
Description: A frozen coffee cocktail made with Baileys Irish Cream, Kamora Coffee Liqueur, coffee, coffee-chocolate sauce and garnished with a coffee-chocolate crunch (think crushed-up chocolate wafer).
Why We Love It: The frozen version is the only version worth ordering. Thick, creamy, strong coffee flavor, and just enough alcohol to feel it. One of the few EPCOT drinks worth the price without grumbling.
Where to Find It
Viking Coffee is only available at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe in the Norway Pavilion.
Walking from Mexico, hang a right as you enter Norway and Kringla is in the back of the pavilion, past the troll statue and across from the Frozen ride entrance.
Because Kringla Bakeri is also home to some legitimately fantastic Norwegian pastries (like the legendary School Bread) the line can get long, especially after the Frozen ride dumps a crowd.
But if you don’t mind starting early, this spot typically opens up at 9:00 AM most days. In our experience, although you’ll get some people swinging by to grab some pastries for breakfast, the line is way better at that time of the day, and starting your morning with a boozy frozen coffee is a special kind of Disney Magic, if you know what I mean
And unlike festival-specific items, Viking Coffee is available year-round, making it a good DATW option whenever you are visiting.
If you’re planning the full EPCOT crawl, Viking Coffee is one of 11 must-try pavilion drinks. See the full lineup in our Ultimate DATW guide.
What Goes Well with Viking Coffee at EPCOT?
So you’ve decided to grab a Viking Coffee but you don’t know what to try with it?
We recommend grabbing a pastry from Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe to get that full “Norwegian” experience.
Here are a few that pair well:
- School Bread: This sweet, custard-filled bun topped with coconut is a fan favorite. The creaminess of the Viking Coffee complements the rich custard in the pastry.
- Lefse: A traditional Norwegian flatbread rolled with cinnamon and sugar—its simplicity allows the flavors in Viking Coffee to shine.
- Norwegian Kringla: A soft, pretzel-like cookie with a mild sweetness that balances out the richness of the coffee cocktail.
Frozen Viking Coffee (Copycat EPCOT Recipe)
Equipment
- Blender (high-powered works best because you want smooth, not chunky)
- Jigger or measuring shot glass
- Serving glass (a tall glass or mason jar works great)
- Ice cube tray (if making coffee ice cubes; highly recommended)
Ingredients
- 2 oz Kamora Coffee Liqueur
- 1 oz Baileys Irish Cream
- 4 oz strong cold brew or chilled coffee
- 1 tbsp chocolate syrup
- 1.5 cups ice Frozen coffee works best
- Crushed chocolate wafer cookies OR coco rice cereal for garnish
Instructions
- Drizzle chocolate syrup along the inside of your glass and set aside.
- Add the Kamora, Baileys, cold brew, chocolate syrup, and ice to a blender.
- Blend on high until thick and smooth; you’re going for Frappuccino consistency, not a slushy.
- If too thin, add more ice and blend again. If too thick, add a small splash of cold brew.
- Pour into your prepared glass.
- Top with a generous sprinkle of crushed chocolate wafer cookies or coco rice cereal and an extra drizzle of chocolate syrup.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Freeze your coffee first — pour brewed coffee into an ice cube tray and freeze it overnight. Use coffee ice cubes instead of regular ice so the drink doesn’t water down as it melts. This is the single biggest upgrade you can make.
- Kamora vs Kahlua — both work, but Kamora has a richer, less sweet profile that’s closer to the park version. Use Kahlua if that’s what you have, no judgment.
- Make it your strength — the park version is moderate. At home you control the pour. Adjust the Baileys-to-Kamora ratio to your preference.
- Non-alcoholic version — skip the Kamora and Baileys and replace with an extra 3 oz of cold brew plus a tablespoon of chocolate milk or cream. This is essentially the Kristoff Kaffe from the park.
FAQs about Viking Coffee
Is Viking Coffee Strong?
Viking Coffee has a moderate alcohol content from the Baileys and Kamora, making it noticeable but not overly strong. It’s more about the flavor and experience than the alcohol kick.
Can You Get It Decaf?
Currently, Viking Coffee is served with regular coffee only. If you’re sensitive to caffeine, consider enjoying this one earlier in the day to avoid a late-night buzz.
Is Viking Coffee Available During Festivals?
Yes, Viking Coffee is available year-round, making it accessible during any EPCOT festival. However, keep in mind that during high-traffic festival times, Kringla Bakeri might have longer lines.
What does the Kristoff Kaffe cost?
Around $6.29 as of our last visit; a few dollars less than the alcoholic version. Prices change frequently, so use that as a rough guide.
Is Viking Coffee stronger than other DATW drinks?
It’s moderate (or even less). It has about 3 oz of liquor in a large frozen drink, so it has a kick but it won’t knock you over like the Moonshine Sour at the American Adventure. The caffeine might hit harder than the alcohol, honestly.
Tell Us What You Think
If you’re heading to Norway on your next trip, don’t overthink it. Get the frozen version, grab a School Bread, and find a bench. And if you can’t make it to the parks, the recipe above is the next best thing.
