Brouwerij ‘t IJ – Vacations in a Glass

Take an armchair visit to a unique brewery, pub or other intoxicating venue that has a story you’ll love. Brouwerij ‘t IJ: Originally started in 1985 by musician Kasper Peterson, Brouwerij ‘t IJ is now Amsterdam’s largest craft brewery. The original brewpub resides in an old municipal bathhouse adjacent to De Gooyer windmill. The brewery…

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Proeflokaal Arendsnest – Vacations in a Glass

Take an armchair visit to a unique brewery, pub or other intoxicating venue that has a story you’ll love. Proeflokaal Arendsnest: My wife and I love Amsterdam and we have visited several times. Amsterdam offers fantastic museums, art, architecture, food, people and craft beer. Offering access to beers from throughout the Netherlands, Europe and the…

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Brouwerij De Koningshoeven – Vacations in a Glass

Take an armchair visit to a unique brewery, pub or other intoxicating venue that has a story you’ll love. Brouwerij De Koningshoeven: Today’s armchair visit leads to another brewery located in a monastery – Brouwerij De Koningshoeven. Brouwerij De Koningshoeven is a Dutch Trappist Brewery founded in 1884 within the walls of Koningshoeven Abbey near…

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Driving through the Netherlands

After 3 nights in Amsterdam we took a leisurely drive through the Netherlands. Interwoven with canals, grand cathedrals, old homes, farms and occasional windmills, our drive provided mesmerizing views and ample opportunities to stop and explore. The drive also afforded the opportunity to find great beer. Here are just a few of my favorite beer…

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