De Drie Fleschjes

Top choice in Medieval Centre & Red Light District


A treasure dating from 1650, with a wall of barrels made by master shipbuilders, the tasting room of distiller Bootz specialises in liqueurs, including its signature almond-flavoured bitterkoekje (Dutch-style macaroon) liqueur, as well as superb jenever (Dutch gin). Take a peek at the collection of kalkoentjes (small bottles with hand-painted portraits of former mayors).


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