For fans of a foamy drink there is a big difference from what utensils to drink it. Beer mugs are made of artificial and natural materials and each of them has its followers. Let's find out how to choose the "right" beer mugs, what to pay attention to, especially when it comes to presenting.
Beer mug with lid
The most expensive are beer mugs with a lid, regardless of the material. They can be glass, ceramic or tin and are often antiques. For convenience, there are different opinions - some consider the cover uncomfortable and unnecessary, and connoisseurs say that it is much more delicious to drink beer.
The origin of the lid on the mug is a long time. It all began in Germany , when in the old days there were raging diseases and flies spread the infection very quickly. The head of state issued a decree on the need to use covers on all the dishes, so that food can not spread the infection.
Since then, true connoisseurs of beer drink only from such dishes by pressing the lever to open. At the same time they argue that in this way the beer does not weather longer, keeping the taste until the last sip.
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Wooden beer mugs
Less common, but also popular mugs made of wood. For their production use hardwood - beech and oak. Such circles can be fastened with a metal hoop, like real kegs and have a comfortable massive handle.
Beer lovers say that the smell and taste depend on the shape of the cup. Therefore, one should choose one with a narrowed neck. As you know, wood is a material capable of accumulating smells, and even taste. Beer mugs are no exception and in time they require replacement, as they become unusable due to loosening of the inner surface. Manufacturers went to the trick and sent to make an inner bowl of stainless steel, which is easily removed, washed and completely does not react with the components of beer.
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Glass mugs
Since the days of the Soviet Union, we have adopted a glass beer mug, which has a faceted shape or various patterns on the walls. Such dishes are not afraid of years of use, and it does not lose its qualities. In addition, there is a glass mug cheaper than wood or metal.
At the famous Oktoberfest, passing every year in the capital of Munich beer, foam poured into the glass mugs of a large capacity (1 liter). But for home use it is more rational to choose a smaller capacity.
In addition to ordinary glass as a gift, you can choose a mug in leather braiding. To some of them in the set goes a vodka pile or the mugs are sold as a pair for a psychic company.
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Ceramic beer mug
Ceramics is a classic of beer tradition. Such mugs are hygienic, light enough, in comparison with glass, and can be decorated for every taste. Beer ceramic mug can be made to order, rather not the dishes themselves, but a funny inscription on it. The only drawback of ceramic beer mugs will be its propensity for nakolam due to careless handling. That is, often from the top bezel are broken pieces that spoil the whole view of this beer accessory.
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Volume of beer mug
The capacity of a dish for beer is chosen from its own preferences. Some do not like to drink from a large liter glassware, explaining that when beer is already running out in it, it manages to fade and lose its taste. In addition to liter there are mugs of 0.7 liters, 0.5 liters and 0.4 liters, although the latter are not running. More often than not, beer lovers buy half-liter mugs.