Dutch Courage is an ode to genever and old-Dutch liqueurs, featuring 150 genevers and a wide range of genever-based cocktails.

We’re excited to introduce our brand-new Cocktail Workshops and a selection of special tastings at Dutch Courage Cocktailbar. Join us any day of the week — available from opening until 9 PM — and dive into the world of shaking, stirring, tasting and discovering.

Tastings

At Dutch Courage, our tastings are a journey through Dutch drinking culture. From genever to old Dutch liqueurs and classic cocktails, each tasting tells a story rooted in history, craftsmanship and flavour.

Tastings are available every day, from opening time until 9:00 PM.
To book, simply make a reservation via our website and select your preferred tasting as a special offer.
Bites can easily be added during booking.

Groups & Private Tastings

Genever
Tasting

Discover the spirit that shaped Dutch drinking culture. Taste the differences between jonge, oude and 100% moutwijn genever, and learn how each style developed over centuries.

Includes:
Seven selected genevers
Guided explanation of each
Duration: 1.5 hours

Old Dutch
Liqueurs
Tasting

Step into the past with a selection of traditional and modern Dutch liqueurs. Explore poetic names, historic spice blends and flavours that travelled the world through Dutch trade routes.

Includes:
Eight Dutch liqueurs, traditional and modern
Guided explanation of each
Duration: 1.5 hours

Genever
Cocktail
Tasting

A deep dive into the role of genever in classic cocktails. Discover how this Dutch spirit became one of the foundations of the Golden Age of Cocktails.

Includes:
Four genever-based cocktails
Explanation of their history
Duration: 1.5 hours

book a tasting

Use the form below to reserve your tasting and let us take you through the world of Dutch spirits.

Shake, learn and taste
your way into cocktail-
making — book your
workshop now.

Cocktail
workshops

Shake, stir and learn in the heart of Amsterdam. Our workshops are hands-on, fun and full of flavour. Make three cocktails with our bartenders and discover the stories behind each drink — perfect for dates, friends or colleagues.

Each session lasts 1.5 hours and can be booked anytime during opening hours. Under the guidance of our bartenders, every participant creates (and enjoys) three cocktails, while learning techniques, tips and the stories behind the drinks.

Workshops are available for 1 to 20 people, and can be customised with bites or even a full cocktail tool kit to take home.

Prefer alcohol-free? Simply let us know on arrival — we adjust everything with pleasure.

Booking is simple: make a reservation on our homepage and select your workshop as a special offer. Prices start at €49.50 per person.

Want something even more exclusive? For groups of 10+ we can open earlier on request, and we can swap one cocktail for a specific favourite if you have a special wish.

Have more questions, special requests, or plans for a private workshop or event?

FAQ’s

  • All tastings last 1.5 hours.

  • Any day during our opening hours.

  • Make a reservation and select your tasting as a special offer.

  • Yes. Bitterballs (meat or vegan) can be added during booking.

  • Yes. Tastings are perfect for groups, team outings and celebrations.

  • Absolutely. We’re happy to create a tailored tasting experience.

Questions, private tastings or events? Contact us at info@dutchcouragecocktails.com.