Our German beer steins are 100% authentic. You’ll find a wide variety of unique designs in our hundreds of German beer steins, hand-painted and carefully crafted by the finest artists in the Westerwald of Germany. Our selection includes Oktoberfest beer steins, military, historical, German heritage, sports, castle and nautical themed designs…
How many Oktoberfest beer steins will be produced?
Only a set number of these unique German beer steins will be produced. Get your favorite before it sells out! Commemorative Oktoberfest Beer Stein Made in Germany by the world famous King-Werk, this commemorative 211th Anniversary Oktoberfest Beer Stein is an incredibly rare item: only 211 will be produced globally.
Why are beer mugs called Stein?
It’s thought that the word originated as an abbreviation of German Steinzeug or Steingut (stoneware) or of Steinkrug (stoneware jug), which was common material for beer mugs before glass came into play. According to Merriam-Webster, the definition of a Stein is “a large mug (as of earthenware) used especially for beer.”
Who is on the front panel of this beer stein?
This cobalt and stone gray finish medieval Holy Roman Empire beer stein features five panels with German Emperor (Kaiser) Charles V, his son, brother and knights. The front panel shows Charles V and his coat of arms. The year 1556 on the…
What do you put in a Christmas beer stein?
Stuff a Christmas beer stein in the stocking. Beer and eggnog both taste better in a stein. Besides serving up cold one after cold one, our beer steins make exceptional display pieces. Set them up behind your bar or over the mantle for unique doubling as a conversation starter.
What is the coat of arms of Iceland on this beer stein?
This hand-painted beer stein celebrates the country of Iceland with the country Coat of Arms in large relief decoration on the front. Four figures hold the blue, red and white Iceland flag shield; A bull who guards northwestern Iceland, a dragon…
What does Hymir stand for?
Hymir ( Old Norse: [ˈhymez̠]) is a jötunn in Norse mythology, and the owner of a brewing-cauldron fetched by the thunder-god Thor for Ægir, who wants to hold a feast for the Æsir (gods). In Hymiskviða, Hymir is portrayed as the father of Týr, but in Skáldskaparmál, Odin is Týr’s father.
