Amstel beer was born in 1870 by the friendship of two Dutch men, Mr De Pesters and Mr Van Marwijk Kooy - who wanted to share a better quality of beer together. Owing to their real friendship – and their dedication to uncompromising quality - they created a revolution of sorts in the brewery industry. 

New TV commercial ‘Hold my Beer’, is set in a charming European village, where an incredible act of friendship is portrayed in a bittersweet and humorous film.

As two friends enjoy a beer, one asks the other to hold his glass while he goes to the bathroom. Unfortunately it appears that the bathroom he stepped into was on a boat heading out to sea. His friend stands waiting patiently - like a true friend should. Holding both their untouched beers. Day after day. Season after season. The villagers help him eat, read, watch football and stay awake while he does his best to not drink his Amstel - an almost impossible feat. Several months later his friend then reappears - utterly astounded that his best friend is still standing - holding his untouched Amstel. A true act of serious friendship, for a seriously good beer.