Beer Temple

Located near Dam Square, Beer Temple is one of the most well-known craft beer bars Amsterdam has to offer. It specialises in American craft beer, with 35 beers available on tap and more than 200 from the bottle. They also have a Dutch house beer. The selection on offer is definitely not easy to find elsewhere, so it's a great choice for those looking to try something unique.

If you’re searching for where to drink beer Amsterdam with hard-to-find American brews, this is your place.

Eagle's Nest

This bar is located in the center of Amsterdam and features only Dutch craft beers. From big names like LaTrappe to local heroes like Jopen and Gebrouwen Door Vrouwen , their wide selection is has plenty to offer.

A must for those wanting true Amsterdam brewery recommendations without the tourist buzz.

Poesiat & Kater

Poesiat & Kater is located in the East of Amsterdam and offers a nice and spacious taproom with delicious food and great beer. Situated in an impressive building that dates back to 1887, there's a large terrace for sunny days making it one of the more relaxed best beer spots Amsterdam offers.

Oedipus

This brewery visit is a nice trip, particularly if you want to see a different side of Amsterdam and leave the busy city center. It's located in Amsterdam Noord so you will have to cross the Ij. Some of our favorite beers from Oedipus are Mannenliefde and Thai Thai. Their taproom is open from Thursday till Friday and don't forget to check their calendar for special events!

Insider tip : many would say that the burgers served at the brewery, from pop-up The Beef Chief, rank among the best burgers in Amsterdam!

Café Gollum

With four locations in Amsterdam, there sure is one on close to you. They have between 14 and 30 beers on tap and between 150 and 250 on bottle! The selection ranges from local Amsterdam beers to Belgian beers to international beers from New Zealand. It’s one of the most diverse craft beer bars Amsterdam has.

Craft & Draft

This bar on the Overtoom is close to Vondelpark and has 40 international beers on tap and more than 100 on bottle. On sunny days you can enjoy your beer on the terrace or even take a freshly tapped growler with you to the park. A perfect answer to where to drink beer Amsterdam when the weather’s good.

Brewery 't Ij

Brewery 't IJ has really taken over the city and is available in many of the local bars. It's also worth paying a visit to the brewery with the iconic windmill - known simply to some tourists as “the windmill brewery”. It doesn't get much more Dutch than that! Especially in spring and summer, you can sit outside and enjoy the beers while feeling the sunshine on your skin.

De Prael

Another brewery that is an absolute must on your list is De Prael. Their main location is situated in the Red Light District, but they also have a spot in the Houthavens (close to Amsterdam's Westerpark) for those of you keen to venture a bit further out. The brewery supports people that have previously struggled on the job market. They offer nice brewery tours as well as regular events. In their shop you can find a large selection of different beers and souvenirs.

A standout among the best beer spots Amsterdam for both flavour and ethos.

Delirium Café Amsterdam

With 20 beers on tap and over 750 bottles, Delirium Café is one of the biggest craft beer bars Amsterdam beer lovers can visit. Its waterside terrace makes it one of the city’s true top Amsterdam beer hotspots.

Troost Brewery

Brouwerij Troostalready has three locations in Amsterdam. Situated in the trendy districts of De Pijp, Westerpark and Oost, they are all perfect hotspots to take a break from sightseeing and to enjoy some refreshing beers.

Honourable mentions

If you still have time, also check out:

• Butcher’s Tears

• Walhalla Taproom

• Brewed by Women

• Bruut Bier

• Cinema Brewers

• De Eeuwige Jeugd

• Lowlander

• Two Chefs Brewing

The Amsterdam beer scene is thriving, you’ll never run out of options when deciding where to drink beer Amsterdam.

Can’t make it to Amsterdam?

If a trip to the Netherlands isn’t on the cards just yet, you can still recreate the experience at home. With the BLADE home beer tap, you can pour professional-quality pints in your own kitchen, garden or home bar. Pair it with our Dutch beers and bring a little of Amsterdam’s craft beer magic to your next gathering.

Amsterdam isn’t just about canals and culture, it’s a true craft beer capital. From independent taprooms to iconic breweries, the city is packed with incredible Amsterdam brewery recommendations and unforgettable top Amsterdam beer hotspots.

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