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Dutch Vocabulary → Food and Drinks → Drinks and Beverages

As a Dutch language teacher with more than 20 years of experience, I know that food and beverages are a significant part of Dutch tradition and culture. Therefore, learning the vocabulary related to drinks and beverages in Dutch is essential to communicate with Dutch speaking locals, especially in restaurants, bars, and cafes.

In this lesson, we will cover the most common vocabulary related to drinks and beverages, including hot and cold drinks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, so you can order with confidence next time you visit the Netherlands.

Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Geography & People in Dutch.

Hot Drinks

In the Netherlands, hot drinks are consumed in abundance, especially during cold and rainy seasons. Here is a list of some of the most popular hot drinks, with their Dutch translation and pronunciation:

Dutch	Pronunciation	English
Koffie	['kɔ.fi]	Coffee
Thee	['te:]	Tea
Warme Chocolademelk	['ʋɑr.mə xɔ.ko.'la.də.ˌmɛlk]	Hot Chocolate
Cappuccino	[kapu'tʃi.no]	Cappuccino
Cafe latte	[ka'fe la.tə]	Latte

Coffee is an essential part of Dutch culture, and it can be ordered in many variations, such as "koffie verkeerd" (coffee with milk), "espresso" (pure black coffee), and "koffie verkeerd met slagroom" (coffee with milk and whipped cream).
Some Dutch people like to drink tea with a "stroopwafel," a thin waffle with caramel syrup in the middle.

Cold Drinks

The Netherlands can experience warm weather during the summer. It's essential to know some of the most popular cold drinks to refresh yourself during the hot days. Here is a list of some of the most common cold drinks, with their Dutch translation and pronunciation:

Dutch	Pronunciation	English
Water	['ʋa:.tər]	Water
Cola	['ko.la:]	Cola
IJsthee	['ɛi̯s.'te:]	Iced Tea
Sinaasappelsap	[si'nas.ɑ.pəl.'sap]	Orange Juice
Appelsap	['ɑ.pəl.'sap]	Apple Juice

A "milkshake" is also a very popular drink, which can be found in many flavors, such as "vanille" (vanilla), "aardbei" (strawberry), and "chocolade" (chocolate).

Alcoholic Drinks

Dutch people enjoy drinking beer and wine, and they have a long tradition of brewing beer. Here is a list of some of the most popular alcoholic drinks with their Dutch translation and pronunciation:

Dutch	Pronunciation	English
Bier	['bir]	Beer
Wijn	['ʋɛin]	Wine
Jenever	[jə'ne:vər]	Dutch Gin
Likeur	[li'kœr]	Liquor
Bessenjenever	['bɛ.sə(n).jə'ne:vər]	Berry-flavored Dutch Gin

Some popular Dutch beer brands are Heineken, Grolsch, and Amstel.
Some Dutch people like to drink "Bessenjenever" with a "bitterbal," a deep-fried meat snack.

Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Here are some popular non-alcoholic drinks in Dutch with their translation and pronunciation:

Dutch	Pronunciation	English
Frisdrank	['fri:s .drɑŋk]	Soft Drink
Melk	[mɛlk]	Milk
Karnemelk	['kɑr.nə.mɛlk]	Buttermilk
Appelsap	['ɑ.pəl.'sap]	Apple Juice
Sinaasappelsap	[si'nas.ɑ.pəl.'sap]	Orange Juice

"Frisdrank" can be found in many flavors, such as cola, lemon, and orange.
"Karnemelk" is a sour milk drink, which can be an acquired taste.

Learning the vocabulary related to drinks and beverages in Dutch is essential to communicate effectively in daily life situations. Practice with your Dutch-speaking friends or classmates, visit local bars and cafes, and order your favorite drink in Dutch. Proost!

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