Whiskey is a smooth and strong drink that has been around for centuries. More and more people are enjoying this drink and there are plenty of whiskey bars in Amsterdam that offer great tasting experiences. Here are 5 of the best whiskey bars in Amsterdam for a tasting.
CAFÉ ZILT
Café ZILT is a small and intimate whiskey bar and beer pub in the heart of Amsterdam on the Red Light District. At ZILT we recommend you to book your whiskey tasting in advance and a pleasant evening with delicious whiskeys and snacks is guaranteed.
Zeedijk 49, Amsterdam – cafezilt.nl
J.D. WILLIAM’S WHISKEY BAR
This hip bar is located in the heart of the Jordaan, perhaps now Amsterdam’s most popular neighborhood. The bar is a family bar and handed down from father to son. You can also go to J.D. William’s for a tasty bite alongside your whiskey, as they have an amazing chef and specialize in American-Asian comfort food.
Prinsenstraat 5, Amsterdam – jdwilliamswhiskybar.com
WHISKYCAFÉ L&B
Whiskycafé L&B is perfect for the true whiskey lover. They have more than 2,100 whiskeys in stock as standard and it is not for nothing that they can call themselves the leading whiskey bar in the Netherlands.
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 82, Amsterdam – lbwhiskyproeverijen.nl
BAR OLDENHOF
The atmosphere in Bar Oldenhof is almost reminiscent of the atmosphere in a Speakeasy. The beverage list is not large, but the whiskeys on the menu are sublime. Be completely surprised and sink into the spacious armchairs at Bar Oldenhof. This is also a perfect spot for a date you wish things could get more serious. A real hidden gem!
Elandsgracht 84, Amsterdam – bar-oldenhof.com
VAULT BAR
The Vault Bar is perhaps the most unique whiskey bar in the list. Not only is this bar located in a building that was built in 1665, but the bar is also located in the vault of the bank that used to be in this bank that now houses the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Hotel which I frequent myself. Also, in addition to great whiskeys, this bar also has a wonderful cocktail menu. This bar is extremely stylish and definitely worth a trip.
Herengracht 542, Amsterdam