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By Nick Falsone | The Express-Times
Hey, at least I didn’t spill much beer.
This is probably one of the only positive statements that can be gleaned from my performance Saturday night in the beer stein races during ArtsQuest’s inaugural Oktoberfest. SteelStacks in South Bethlehem hosted the event, which ran for consecutive weekends and ended Sunday evening.
ArtsQuest spokesman Mark Demko told me the event was a great success and the organization is already working on ideas for next year.
“More than 23,000 people attended the first Oktoberfest presented by Yuengling, which is excellent for a first-year festival,” he wrote in an e-mail.
Aside from typical Oktoberfest sites like beer drinking, polka music and bratwurst, the event featured a number of competitions including the stein races.
The drunk and sober alike volunteered to participate.
I was somewhere in between, closer to the sobriety end even though the Yuengling Oktoberfest draughts packed a punch, when my wife convinced me to make an ass out of myself.
The object of the stein race is simple enough: Six Musikfest mugs are filled with beer and placed on two tables that are about 30 feet or so from one another. You grab the six mugs from one table, run over to the other table and put down all six mugs.
Then, you pick up the other six mugs and run them back to the starting point.
Finally, you wait for a guy with a microphone to tell you and dozens of spectators that you’re slower than the vast majority of your fellow participants, including a few lushes who were probably on the cusp of projectile vomiting into the Lehigh River.
I came in at 12.3 seconds, which was slower than Express-Times News Editor Ashleigh Graf. It also was much slower than the guy with a New York accent who claimed he was from Germany and donned a beer-stained T-shirt imprinted with a lederhosen pattern.
But while Graf and the pseudo-German beat me in expediency, it needs to be noted that both spilled mass quantities of beer, but were not penalized. There’s video evidence out there of Graf’s spillage, but she’s declined to publicly release the footage.
I didn’t protest to the guy with the microphone, who seemed to be serving as both MC and referee. But in hindsight, perhaps I should’ve said something. Speedy delivery from UPS or FedEx is great, but if the package is damaged or missing something, it doesn’t really matter how long it took to get to the doorstep?
Besides, my poor time mark was quickly forgotten by almost all the spectators, who seemed more interested in witnessing serious lapses in mobility rather than efficient and delicate transport of brewed beverages.
And there were plenty of lapses. People crashed into fences, dropped entire beers, lost footwear, slipped on puddles of stale beer and, in at least one case, crawled to the finish line. There were no serious injuries as far as I could tell.
So for Demko and those at ArtsQuest, I have two ideas for next year — hold more beer stein races and get more liability insurance.
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The name says it all: Chick Beer. The website and packaging may say even more. In an unapologetically, bubblegum pink color scheme with the LBD — little black dress — as its logo and a six-pack designed to look like a purse, the latest beer marketed for dainty female drinkers has caught the attention — and indignation — of lady blogs.
A post on Jezebel.com this week titled “Chick Beer: Ugh, Really?” called the concept “offensive” in reference, perhaps, to the sales pitch on Chick Beer’s website: “We love Chick Flicks, Chick Lit, and now we can love Chick Beer!! Enjoy!”
The upstart from Maryland is the latest brewer to try and lure female beer swiggers with promises of low-calorie, smoother, lighter and less carbonated brews to prevent the pesky side effects of bloating.
Carlsberg and Molson Coors also recently launched girlie beers, with Copenhagen and Animee respectively. Copenhagen is a wheat malt and rice-based beer, while Animee is described as a “lightly sparkling and finely filtered” beer that also comes in pink ‘rose’ and zesty lemon flavors.
Chick Beer also donates five percent of all profits to charities that empower women.
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The name says it all: Chick Beer. The website and packaging may say even more. In an unapologetically, bubblegum pink color scheme with the LBD — little black dress — as its logo and a six-pack designed to look like a purse, the latest beer marketed for dainty female drinkers has caught the attention — and indignation — of lady blogs.
A post on Jezebel.com this week titled “Chick Beer: Ugh, Really?” called the concept “offensive” in reference, perhaps, to the sales pitch on Chick Beer’s website: “We love Chick Flicks, Chick Lit, and now we can love Chick Beer!! Enjoy!”
The upstart from Maryland is the latest brewer to try and lure female beer swiggers with promises of low-calorie, smoother, lighter and less carbonated brews to prevent the pesky side effects of bloating.
Carlsberg and Molson Coors also recently launched girlie beers, with Copenhagen and Animee respectively. Copenhagen is a wheat malt and rice-based beer, while Animee is described as a “lightly sparkling and finely filtered” beer that also comes in pink ‘rose’ and zesty lemon flavors.
Chick Beer also donates five percent of all profits to charities that empower women.
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German Beer Steins were first produced to combat the Bubonic Plague outrage and to check the wildfire spread of health issues. There were strict laws imposed on the citizens to follow proper sanitation and precautionary methods while eating, drinking and cooking. The beer holder comes with a lid which can be opened or closed with the help of your thumb. The lid prevented from insect manifestation and improved the quality and taste of German beer. The concept of steins originated after which the popularity of such beer containers were on the continuous rise. Initially they were made out of stones and were very heavy to carry. As time went by, steins were made out of different materials such as silver, glass, porcelain etc.
The Germans have perfected the art of making steins and the concept thus started spreading to many parts of the world. Thanks to the colonization and other civilization which helped in spreading the art of making steins to other parts of the world. The beer lovers and drinkers had the luxury of using such steins which soon became a status symbol. Some of the beet containers in Germany emblazoned their household crest and shield. It is a common belief that Germans will place great respect and value which brings them food or their favorite drink. Similarly, the beer collectibles have become fascinating for beer lovers around the world.
Most of the German beer steins are handmade with exceptional art works made on it. They are handmade and are expensive at times. The common masses have a royal feeling while drinking beer with these steins. It helps them to swing their arms freely and dance even while holding the container. The expensive German beer steins are crafted with perfection by Germans of historic origins and are exported to many parts of the world. A striking and distinct feature about these containers is that the steins are stamped and numbered with the manufacturer’s label and its country of origin etc. The beer lovers make sure they have such collectibles to enjoy luxury and the prices have come down in the recent past. This gives a splendid opportunity to enjoy the luxury at your own comfort level.
Only few bars use these kinds of containers in today’s world. However, the presence of such steins will give a beautiful and authentic look providing the ambient atmosphere in the bar. Germany is being celebrated around the world for its beautiful innovation with art works in beer steins. Enjoy your favorite drink with the authentic beer holders.
So, if you are looking around for some unique gift this Christmas or just want an collectible beer stein to make a toss. Steins and Glassware is such a website where you can find all different types of beer steins you would ever dream of at a reasonable price. Our German beer steins are 100% German made.
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Germany takes the pride of inventing beer steins as early as 18th century which has become the traditional beer mugs for people around the world. They come up with a hinged lid which can be flipped open or close with the thumb. The rest of the world often understand and exchange the word “beer steins” with “beer mugs”. The earlier steins were made out of stones and they were very heavy to carry. These days, they are commonly made out of silver, glass, porcelain or wood materials. The western world has perfected the art of drinking beer with these steins. The closed lid prevents the spilling of liquid and it avoids any kind of fly infestation thus letting the beer lovers to enjoy their favorite drink while dancing, swinging their arms.
Beer steins have become an icon of history and manufacturers come with variety of designs and styles. They are mostly decorated with modern art or painted with pleasing colors to attract the common masses. These antique mugs are available at various price ranges and have become a rare thing in the bars. People do not use these mugs for their common usage but still would like to gather it in the form of collectibles. Some of the modern day designs do not have lids as their older generation counterparts had. Beer connoisseurs would love to sip their favorite drink in these holders as it gives immense pleasure for them.
These might make the best of gift materials for your near and dear ones. The bar owners spend huge amount of money in buying these collectibles to please their customers. It gives a royal feel to have them in hand. They can be personalized with custom messages and images. People are ready to spend money but need guaranteed enjoyment and fulfillment in what they do. These steins create the perfect occasion for the beer lovers and it can be truly exciting. These steins also make exceptional promotional products and gift items. It is really a pleasure to receive antique items as gifts and the receiver would cherish it throughout the life time.
The feeling of enjoying the favorite beer in beer steins can be compared to nothing in this world. The various modern arts, style and the works made on these materials will give a royal feeling and thus it makes luxury affordable. Lift up your spirit of drinking with these kinds of mugs and start it right today!!
So, if you are looking around for some unique gift this Christmas or just want an antique beer stein to make a toss. Steins and Glassware is such a website where you can find all different types of beer steins you would ever dream of at a reasonable price. We offer ornate flasks from various regions of the world, and a wide selection of licensed products such as Betty Boop glasses, Popeye glasses, Corona, John Deere, The Simpsons, and The Three Stooges steins and glasses. You can have a wide variety of themed steins, mugs, drinking glasses and other glass products, traditional items, German Beer Steins, Irish, Celtic, Scottish mugs, flasks and other cool items. Our German beer steins are 100% German made.
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Are you a beer lover and in search of perfect beer holders to enjoy your favorite drink? Irish beer steins are world popular holders that come with a lid. It can be opened or closed with the help of your thumb at ease. It will preserve the taste of beer and avoids any kind of insect manifestation. You can happily enjoy your drink while dancing with your partner without any spill of the drink. Germans came up with the concept of beer steins that were made out of stone and they were heavy. Irish people became masters in replicating the art of producing such quality beer steins and developed it with their own innovative ideas. The designs and mastery works were too good for the beer lovers and they soon became status symbols for the bureaucrats.
Irish beer steins belong to the vintage and antique collection for the traditional beer lovers. These beer holders are unique and special items to commemorate your party weddings and any other special occasions. These mugs can be personalized and custom messages can be added to it. These steins are gorgeous in their looks and grab the attention of passers-by. The artwork made in these traditional steins make it unique and spell bounding in nature. These authentic beer steins can make perfect gift items for any kind of events.
Beer lovers would love to have these collectibles which might be a pleasure looking at them in the future. Some people would confuse these steins with the ordinary beer mugs. There are some differences as steins come with a lid and a beer mug doesn’t have one. The handle and the hinged lid make the steins very unique. The Irish beer steins are worth your money because of which lots of people wish to have their wide variety of collectibles. The traditional steins makers put in lots of efforts and craftsman skills to come out with fantastic amount of details in its intricate design and artworks. The rare collections make the holders very valuable.
Are you intrigued by the details of the Irish beer steins and wish to have one? Don’t miss out this golden opportunity to have an antique collection at home? Throw a party at your home where your friends can use these classic and authentic collections of steins. They will be amused on seeing such memorable and stupendous Irish steins. They should be used with great care and maintained properly. Some are dishwasher safe and have to be handled with extra caution. There are several websites available that give maximum information about these steins. Start your collection right now and enjoy the special occasions with your friends.
So, if you are looking around for some unique gift this festive season or just want a collectible beer stein to make a toss. Unique Irish steins and glassware is such a place where you can find all different types of beer steins you would ever dream of at a reasonable price. Shop today to take advantage of our annual sale, we have the largest selection and the lowest prices guaranteed!
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How many of us have a mug with our name on it? How many of us have a mug with our favorite sports team’s logo on it? How many of us have a company logo on a mug?
Generally, most, if not all of us have at least one of these mugs and many of us have them all. Our cupboards are filled with mugs, some of which are only used when the house is crowded with dinner guests. This isn’t a problem for consumers, because less is more, but it is a problem for companies. Many of the mugs given out are those that companies give out as part of a promotional give away. However, if the mugs are just going to sit in the cupboard where no one sees them, what is the point? What a company needs is a mug that is a step above, and one that will be taken out of the cupboard with pride. The mugs we are talking about are beer steins.
When these mugs are called beer steins, it can be a bit misleading. You don’t have to drink just beer out of these mugs. Coffee, hot chocolate, lattes, tea, milk, or just plain old water can be drunk out of these mugs. Originating in Germany and well-grounded in the traditions of Oktoberfest, beer steins are a unique type of mug. They are larger than coffee mugs, and many feature interesting designs on them that go beyond just logos. Some are made of silver and stone, while others are made of ceramic.
From a company point of view, putting your logo and company name on beer steins and giving them away as promotional gifts just makes sense. These are mugs that will be used time and time again and every time they are used, someone will see your company name and logo. That is a form of advertising that just keeps on giving. For years down the road, people will see that mug and think of your company. For the initial cost of a few dollars, you can bring in hundreds, or even thousands of dollars in business.
Beer steins are a great promotional gift to your clients because they are a unique type of mug. They are not your normal coffee mug. Some of these wonderful German mugs have lids that you open with a thumb lever. That means they stay warm and cold longer, just like a thermos. For many people, there is drinking warm hot chocolate with a normal mug, and then there is drinking a mug of warm hot chocolate with a beer stein. The two experiences do not even compare. When it comes to mugs, the Germans certainly got it right with the stein. You can get it right too by buying these steins for your clients and giving them out as promotional gifts, complete with your company name and logo on them. You can’t go wrong with a great stein.
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How can something that really got going during the bubonic plague make such a great present? Well it’s easy, nobody is required to drink out of these beautiful beers steins, you can just admire them for their fine craftsmanship. Originated in the 14th century, these mugs made drinking anything, let alone alcohol, that much more sanitary.
But today’s steins come in a variety of color, materials, and styles. There is sure to be a perfect one for everyone on your gift list. There are the ever famous pewter steins that make bold artistic statements. There’s also stoneware pieces that demonstrate that old world German tradition unlike any others. Finally, there are regimental steins that highlight colorful scenes of war and combat. These are perfect for any veterans, or war memorabilia collectors.
Besides, what person doesn’t like enjoying a good beer once in awhile. Life’s too short not too experience a great beer in a stein made in Germany. This may sound crazy to stein collector’s but that okay. My view is that whatever you do with your beer stein should make you happy, and for some people that may well very be using the darn thing.
The point is, gifts are meant to be enjoyed not taken back to the store the next day. When you really think about it does a gift certificate anywhere really say I love you? I don’t think so, I believe time and thought should go into picking a gift for anyone. And no matter what style best suits you, there’s beer stein that fits your personality.
In fact, there’s just something special about knowing you have one of a kind hand made work of art decorating your house. So the next time you can’t decide what to get, remember German beer steins because whoever you give it to surely will.
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Pewter
A pliable compound consisting of tin, copper and antimony. European pewter has a minimum tin content of 92%. Copper and antimony are added to harden the metal. The higher the tin content, the more silver the final color. A common misconception is that all pewter products contain lead. Although used in the past, lead is virtually never used to create pewter steins. Primarily, steins are component cast – that is, the lids, bodies, handles and special ornamentation are separately made. Pewter is also occasionally rolled or hammered. The final color is a result of the tin content, polishing and chemical antiquing.
Crystal
A clear, high-quality glass which is not to be confused with lead crystal, which is a material consisting of 24% or more lead monoxide. The body is hand-cut, hand engraved and/or patterned by the mold. They are case hardened, usually are mouth-blown and often feature transparent coloring on the exterior or the interior of the body.
Glass
The least expensive of all popular materials. Unlike the procedure for making stoneware, pewter, and crystal steins, glass bodies and handles are formed in one mold. Also, the lids are often attached by machine. The bodies are usually transfer-decorated and the only hand work involved usually is the application of a decoration.
Ceramic Materials
Ceramic steins fall into one of five categories according to the quality of the ceramic mass, the raw materials, the firing temperature, the color, and density.
– Earthenware
(German-Irdenware, Topferware) – A colored mass that is porous (absorbs liquid) until is is glazed. It is fired at a temperature around 1,000 degrees celsius.
–Ceramics
(German-Keramik) – Slightly porous, light-colored ware, usually fired at about 1,050 – 1,080 degrees celsius. It must be glazed to make it impermeable.
– Creamware
(German-Steingut/Feinsteingut) – White earthenware with a lead glaze. Contains Kaolin (a fine white clay). It is fired twice, once at 1,150 – 1,180 degrees celsius without a glaze, then decorated, glazed and fired again around 900 – 1,000 degrees celsius.
– Stoneware
(German-Steinzeug) – Hard material, fired in high temperature, kilns generally around 1,200 – 1,400 degrees celsius. At this temperature, stoneware vitrifies (becomes glasslike). The resulting product is less than 2 percent porous, therefore, glaze is not mandatory for a stoneware stein. When glaze is used, it must be of special quality to withstand the high kiln temperature.
– Porcelain
(German-Porzellan) – True porcelain, known as hard paste, is made of Kaolin (white clay) and Petuntse (pulverized granite). When fired at a temperature of 1,300 – 1,400 degrees celsius, these ingredients produce a white, more or less translucent, glasslike material.
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