# 161 | The Unwritten Rules of Drinking in Denmark

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Podcast: [What Are You Doing in Denmark?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/what-are-you-doing-in-denmark-6590526)
Published: 2026-06-02T03:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Moving to Denmark and wondering what happens when you walk into a Danish bar? This week, Derek, Conrad and Brooke answer a listener question about Danish drinking culture and the unwritten rules of going out in Denmark. From brown bars (bodegas) and Christmas beer chaos to workplace drinking, tipping culture, buying rounds and why the bartender might not be interested in hearing your life story, they unpack the social norms that often surprise newcomers. Along the way, they compare Denmark to the United States, the UK, Sweden and Norway, share stories from Danish nightlife, and discuss everything from Friday bars to smoking indoors. Whether you're moving to Denmark, visiting, or simply trying to understand Danish culture a little better, this episode offers a candid look at one of the country's most famous social traditions: meeting for a beer. Topics covered: • Danish bar etiquette • Brown bars (bodegas) • J-Dag and Christmas beer culture • Tipping in Denmark • Friday bars and workplace drinking • Buying rounds and MobilePay culture • Smoking in Danish pubs • How Denmark compares to the US and UK drinking scene Have a question about life in Denmark? Send us a message and it might become a future episode. 🎟️ Come see the show in person! See our LIVE SHOW at Copenhagen's Comedy Zoo on 9 March at 19:00 Tickets are available HERE ➡️ https://www.comedyzoo.dk/event/1762906 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFCSH6KqKooZmSx1GJu9CWZYjX8esjl2F 📢 Send your questions and/or comments. voice: https://www.speakpipe.com/waydid email: hello@robe-trotting.com 👉 Remember to tell your friends about the podcast. 👀 More living in Denmark tips: https://instagram.com/waydidpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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