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Bols Cocktail Experience Tickets with Craft Workshop

Visitors exploring distillation exhibits at Amsterdam House of Bols cocktail workshop.
Distillation and maceration displays at Amsterdam House of Bols cocktail workshop.
Visitors exploring interactive scent displays at Amsterdam House of Bols.
Bols Cocktail Experience interactive exhibit with distillation equipment in Amsterdam.

Duration

1 hr 30 min

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Immerse yourself in an interactive audio-visual journey at Amsterdam’s House of Bols and unlock your inner bartender with a hands-on craft workshop!

    • 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!

    • Entry into the House of Bols
    • Audio guide in English, Dutch, French, German & Spanish
    • One signature serve of your choice at the Mirror Bar
    • Create two unique serves during the workshop with expert guidance
    • Guide
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • Step into the glamorous world of craft blends and Dutch Genever

    As you step into the House of Bols, you are transported into a world of flavors, aromas, and the allure of the oldest distilled spirit brand in the world, Lucas Bols. Starting from 1575, learn about Lucas Bols' groundbreaking discovery and the innovative creation of Genever. An audio guide in 5 languages meticulously guides you through the history and secrets of the brand. As you move ahead, you'll find yourself in the intriguing Ingredients Room, discovering the secret ingredients that give Genever its distinctive taste.

    Unleash your Inner Bartender

    Your experience continues at the innovative Mirror Bar, where skilled bartenders craft a signature serve matched to your chosen flavours. Sip and soak in the basics of flair bartending before rolling up your sleeves at the Do It Yourself Bar. Here, a professional Bols bartender will guide you through preparing two unique serves during a fun 30-minute workshop. With sessions offered at three times daily, you can choose to join the workshop before or after your tour — whatever suits your schedule best.

  • What to bring

    • Have your entry tickets ready for a seamless experience.

    Additional Information

    • Tip: Be sure to visit the bartender blog afterwards for creative recipes you can try at home.
    • This experience may include alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to local laws and a minimum age of 18. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting Point

    • Meet your guide at House of Bols, the Cocktail & Genever Experience.

    • Address: Paulus Potterstraat 12 14 16, 1071 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is Amsterdam, Museumplein. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Board bus N88 to get you there.

    By Tram

    • The closest tram station is Amsterdam, Museumplein. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Board tram 2,5,12 to get you there.

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