It’s hard to say what’s now the most famous brew at this east end microbrewery, the beers of which have become ubiquitous across Toronto bars and restaurants. The intense Boneshaker IPA quickly seduced Torontonians with its next-level hoppy flavour and cheeky skeleton-on-bicycle label. But the Amsterdam Blonde has been a long-time local favourite and fixture on draft. Stop into the brew house for lunch and a tasting flight or pop into the retail store for less commonly available options and sweet deals like a 25-pack of Big Wheel Amber for just south of $33 (makes a mean lake beer upgrade!).
Make sure to bring your government-issued ID to this craft brewery in Thorncliff Park. Visitors who are 19 and older will get a chance to sample award-winning pale ales and lagers while touring the impressive 24,000-square-foot facility. Hourly guided tours offer a behind-the-scenes look at the brew house’s state-of-the-art fermenting tanks, bottling and canning lines, and the hidden on-site barrel-aging room. You’ll also hear about Amsterdam’s unique brewing process and learn about the differences between an IPA and a stout. Bottoms up!