Amstel Lager Beer

Amstel is a renowned Dutch beer brand originally founded in 1870 in Amsterdam by Charles de Pesters and Johannes van Marwijk Kooy. Named after the Amstel River, which provided the ice used for cooling the beer, the brand quickly became a staple of Dutch brewing. In 1968, Amstel was acquired by its major competitor, Heineken N.V., merging the two largest Dutch breweries into a single global powerhouse.

Today, Amstel is manufactured in multiple countries across the globe to serve its massive international market. While its heritage is firmly rooted in the Netherlands, local production facilities in regions such as South America, Africa, and Europe ensure fresh delivery to consumers. The ultimate owner of the brand is Heineken N.V., headquartered in Amsterdam, which manages Amstel as one of its key premium international brands.