Åland Post has already designed this year’s Christmas stamp issue that features some of the treats that are an important part of Åland Christmas. Illustrated by Alexander Lindén, these two cozy stamps show tastefully illustrated glogg, the best drink of Christmas, and traditional ‘knäck’ toffee. The issue creates the festive atmosphere of the upcoming holiday for which people from around the world are eagerly waiting.
Glogg is a traditional element of Christmas celebrations in Åland, and the stamp shows a glass of steaming hot glogg. Typically spiced with cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and bitter orange, there are alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions of this drink. The second stamp presents home-made ’knäck’ toffee, a traditional treat when celebrating Christmas in Åland. It has been made since the 1800s. The ’knäck’consists of equal parts of syrup, sugar, and cream that simmer in a saucepan.
See also other Christmas stamps.
