Amstel Bright – The Local’s Beer of St. Maarten
Best Local Drinks in St. Maarten 2026 – We Are SXM, Tourist Info Center
“Sip the island’s favorite beach beer – crisp, refreshing, and made for sunny St. Maarten vibes”
Amstel beer was born from the friendship of two friends who wanted to share a great beer. In the beginning, Amstel produced beer in Holland and shipped it to the Caribbean. But in 1960, Prince Bernhard of The Netherlands inaugurated the Antillaanse Brouwerij Brewery in Curacao, and here is where Amstel Bright was invented!
The yellow or golden blonde pale-style lager is usually served with a wedge of lime. Amstel Bright is easy to drink in hot weather and known as the perfect beach beer. Only first-class ingredients are used, maintaining Amstel’s historic premium quality.
The Bright moment: Be “the Caribbean”, be social and not afraid to spark a conversation, embrace multiculturalism, optimism and turn every situation into a “Bright” moment. A great beer for during or after your beach sports, hike, or any other social get-togethers!
The following locations serve you an ice-cold and refreshing Amstel Bright, make sure to ask for their bucket and happy hour specials ;) Bright times guaranteed, enjoy!
Tucked away inside Mary’s Boon on Simpson Bay Beach, you find this relaxing spot with Caribbean food, fresh cocktails, & music.
SXM’s #1 Waterfront breakfast, lunch or dinner spot overlooking the Simpson Bay Bridge | where locals, tourists, sailors & yachties unwind.
Beach location with multinational influences, great food & drinks right on Kim Sha beach. Can be lively or laidback: the choice is all yours!
The delicate taste of the French-side with fun-loving Dutch-side vibes (and beers). Intimate family-style venue in Cole Bay.
A Fun for All place in Beacon Hill, on Simpson Bay Beach, tasty homemade food & buckets of Amstel Bright!
Floating Restaurant in Grand Case Bay with Comfortable Water Lounges, Djs, Refreshing drinks, Tapas, Bokit, Pizza & Bright Times!
Gourmet Restaurant, and high-end culinary destination, a beach & food lover’s Paradise on the famous Orient Bay Beach.
Sunset Beach Bar
The place to be to watch the planes land overhead on Maho Beach. With comfort food and a refreshing Amstel Bright!
Food: International Cuisine
Location: Maho Beach
Bistro de la Mer
French delicacies and comfort food; mussels, seafood, steaks, & pizzas. Paula and her team offer good times and Amstel Brights.
Food: Pizza & Seafood Restaurant
Location: Marigot
Le Sud
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner around the pool in Orient Bay. Sunday Pool parties, obviously with buckets of Amster Bright.
Food: French/International
Location: Orient Bay
Yellow Sub
Casual food at its best, this place serves great wraps, burgers, salads, and more right across from Orient Bay Plaza square.
Food: American/International
Location: Orient Bay
Kontiki Beach
One of the most high-end beach bars & restaurants on Orient Bay Beach – known for its amazing seafood and Craft cocktails!
Food: French
Location: Orient Bay
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