Balke

Balke is a distinctive distillery pub on Hohe Straße in Dortmund known for its chic atmosphere, house-made gin with a secret recipe, and extensive gin selection. The bar earned recognition as one of Germany's top 100 bars in Playboy's 2010 guide and was featured in the 2013 Mixology Bar Guide. Balke organizes regular events including exhibitions, workshops, and special tasting evenings that contribute to Dortmund's cultural scene. The passionate bar team demonstrates mixing expertise while the venue broadcasts Borussia Dortmund matches on multiple screens. Open Wednesday-Thursday 6 pm to midnight and Friday 6 pm to 2 am, Balke combines craft cocktails with local community spirit.