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Bols Cocktail Experience

Does the art of mixology and the world of cocktails fascinate you? Then you have got to visit the House of Bols in Amsterdam! Take a tour and indulge in a cocktail Workshop, where you can unearth the secrets of crafting delicious drinks.
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Bols Cocktail Experience interactive exhibit with distillation equipment in Amsterdam.

Bols Cocktail Experience Tickets with Audio Guide

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  • Explore 450 years of craft at the Bols Experience — interactive rooms, signature serves, expert-led sessions, and the story behind Dutch blends.

  • Experience the illustrious history of Lucas Bols through multi-sensory rooms like the ‘Art of Flavour’, ‘Hall of Taste’, 'Extraction Room’ and 'Cocktail Room'.

  • Join hands-on sessions led by experts to learn blending skills and see historic recipes reimagined today.

  • End at the Mirror Bar, where you pick your flavours and experts craft a bespoke serve to match your taste.

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  • Explore 450 years of craft at the Bols Experience — interactive rooms, signature serves, expert-led sessions, and the story behind Dutch blends.

  • Experience the illustrious history of Lucas Bols through multi-sensory rooms like the ‘Art of Flavour’, ‘Hall of Taste’, 'Extraction Room’ and 'Cocktail Room'.

  • Join hands-on sessions led by experts to learn blending skills and see historic recipes reimagined today.

  • End at the Mirror Bar, where you pick your flavours and experts craft a bespoke serve to match your taste.

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€19.50
Slide 1 of 5, Bartenders at Amsterdam House of Bols cocktail workshop holding shakers and bottles.
Bartenders at Amsterdam House of Bols cocktail workshop holding shakers and bottles.

Bols Cocktail Experience Tickets with Craft Workshop

1 hr 30 mins
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  • Step into the world of the oldest distilled spirit brand on this 1-hour 30-minute tour of the House of Bols.

  • At the Ingredients Room, uncover the secret elements that give Genever, Lucas Bols' groundbreaking discovery, its unique taste, through an audio guide in 5 languages.

  • Master the basics of mixing your own signature serves in a fun workshop led by expert bartenders.

  • Stop by the Mirror Bar, where your chosen flavours are crafted into a personalised serve just for you.

  • Did you know? House of Bols is known as the world’s first cocktail brand, shaping mixology since 1575!

More details

  • Step into the world of the oldest distilled spirit brand on this 1-hour 30-minute tour of the House of Bols.

  • At the Ingredients Room, uncover the secret elements that give Genever, Lucas Bols' groundbreaking discovery, its unique taste, through an audio guide in 5 languages.

  • Master the basics of mixing your own signature serves in a fun workshop led by expert bartenders.

  • Stop by the Mirror Bar, where your chosen flavours are crafted into a personalised serve just for you.

  • Did you know? House of Bols is known as the world’s first cocktail brand, shaping mixology since 1575!

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€34.50
Slide 1 of 9, Bols Cocktail Experience bartending and colorful Moco Museum exhibit in Amsterdam.
Bols Cocktail Experience bartending and colorful Moco Museum exhibit in Amsterdam.

Combo (Save 25%): Bols Cocktail Experience + Moco Museum Amsterdam Tickets

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Audio guide

  • Your House of Bols visit includes full exhibition access, an audio guide in multiple languages, and one signature serve, available with or without alcohol.

  • Visit Moco Museum with access to Modern Masters, Contemporary exhibitions, Banksy artworks, Moco Garden, rotating shows, and a multilingual smartphone audio tour.

  • Save 29% while visiting two popular experiences located just 77m apart, making it easy to enjoy both without travel time or extra planning.

More details

  • Your House of Bols visit includes full exhibition access, an audio guide in multiple languages, and one signature serve, available with or without alcohol.

  • Visit Moco Museum with access to Modern Masters, Contemporary exhibitions, Banksy artworks, Moco Garden, rotating shows, and a multilingual smartphone audio tour.

  • Save 29% while visiting two popular experiences located just 77m apart, making it easy to enjoy both without travel time or extra planning.

from Original price€43.45
€32.40

25% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Take your time in the Hall of Taste. Smelling and sampling slowly helps you appreciate the subtle differences in flavors.

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About House of Bols

House of Bols is a must-visit in Amsterdam for spirits and experiential museum lovers. Explore Dutch distilling history, try interactive mixology exhibits, and end with a personalized cocktail. Whether you’re a history buff or foodie, it adds a flavorful twist to your Amsterdam itinerary.

AddressPaulus Potterstraat 12 14 16, 1071 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Also known asHouse of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience
Year opened2007
Founded byLudwig Beier and Jacob van Noppen
Visitors per year50000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

House of Bols is operated by Lucas Bols, the world’s oldest distilled spirits brand, founded in 1575.

Why visit House of Bols?

Dive into Cocktail History and Culture

Step into the home of Lucas Bols, the world’s oldest distilled spirits brand since 1575, and experience how this legendary liqueur maker shaped global cocktail culture, through an immersive experience.

Plan your visit

Main Entrance (Paulus Potterstraat)

Located at Paulus Potterstraat 14, the main entrance is directly across from the Van Gogh Museum and just steps from Museumplein. The entrance is at street level with step-free access, making it suitable for wheelchair users and those with limited mobility.

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