"Drinkin’ Rum before 10:00AM makes you a pirate, not an alcoholic"

EARL DIBBLES JR.

How it all started...

Rum Barrel was born when two cousins decided to come together and create a bar that would be filled with the things they love; great food, exciting drinks and an easy going vibe. A place packed with all the things they picked up from their worldly travels as they both really enjoy to travel and always willing to share their stories with their guests. They created a place where customers get the service how they would want to be treated. They opened the doors and offered a piece of tropical paradise in Amsterdam Oost.

Rum Enthusiast; Meet Balthazar

After finishing Hotel-School in Amsterdam, Balthazar quickly developed a passion for distilled spirits. After working a few years in hospitality, honing his cocktail and flair skills, he went on a 2 year backpacking trip. After returning he was training bartenders in Amsterdam, but more importantly; also in the Caribbean. This is where the passion for Rum really developed. After returning Erik & Balthazar decided to open up a second location of the Rum Barrel called; Rum Barrel West! Balthazar will always make sure that every need is taken care of and is always very keen to share his knowledge about Rum and Cocktails to make sure you have an awesome night!

Rum Barrel, Erik's passion for Rum

At Rum Barrel West there are more than 180 kinds of Rum which guests can explore and discover their new favorites.  Erik is the man to talk to about Rum when coming to the Rum Barrel. While he traveled to exotic lands he developed a passion for the rum. When he returned in order to go on his next trip he improved his cocktail skills and went on his journey again to find more tropical paradise and rum. Erik is social, casual and enjoys being out and about in the busy city of Amsterdam.