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Visitors to Amsterdam have been exploring its thriving bar ‘scene’ since the 1600s when sailors dropped by for one last shot of jenever before heading out to sea. The Dutch like to get a little intoxicated once and a while, but they also like to drink alcohol, and they have some pretty spectacular spots around the city to do it in. Whether you’re into some Belgian brews, craft cocktails, wine flights, or straight-up delicious jenever, these are the eight best places to grab a cold one in Amsterdam. Some of the bars they frequented are still around, serving the local juniper-based spirit in tulip-shaped glasses so full you’ll need to lower your head to the bar to take your first sip. But there’s an ultra-cool, ultra-modern side to some of the best bars in Amsterdam, too. Upmarket lounges, world-class cocktail bars, and cutting-edge craft breweries have transformed the Dutch capital’s drinks offering in recent years. Here is the list of some famous bars and pubs in Amsterdam . L...