Rustic Horn Tankard with Grooved Texture, Viking Style

Rustic Horn Tankard with Grooved Texture, Viking Style

Choose Your Size

Whether you need to quench your thirst after a battle or simply enjoy your favourite beverage in peace, choose from two generous sizes.

For Which Occasions Is This Tankard Suited?

Thanks to its robust and universal design, this tankard is the ideal companion for many occasions:

• Historical Events (Reenactment, LARP): Its rustic appearance is a perfect fit not only for Vikings, but also for dwarves, barbarians, mercenaries, or even honest craftsmen and peasants.
• Fantasy and Camp Life: A durable and stylish mug that can handle the rougher treatment of a campfire gathering and adds the right atmosphere to any evening.
• An Original Gift: A great gift for anyone who loves natural materials, honest craftsmanship, rustic aesthetics, and of course, history.
• For Cosy Evenings at Home: Enjoy a cold beer, cider, or mead from a unique tankard that has a soul and a story.

The History of Horn Vessels

Vessels made from horn are among the oldest in history, and their popularity has endured for millennia. For our ancestors, horn was a valuable and readily available material—a by-product of raising livestock. It was lightweight, durable, and relatively easy to work with. While the wealthy could afford cups made of metal or glass, for most people, a horn tankard was a reliable and common choice for both daily use and festive occasions.

A Point of Interest: Horn as the Plastic of the Middle Ages

Thanks to its properties, horn was an incredibly versatile material, essentially the "plastic of the past." When heated in hot water or over a fire, it softens and can be shaped, pressed, and cut. Once cooled, it retains its new shape. In addition to drinking vessels, a wide range of everyday items were made from it: combs, knife and tool handles, buttons, spoons, and even thin, translucent sheets that served as panes for lanterns or small windows where glass was too expensive.

Care Instructions and Important Warnings

Natural horn is beautiful but requires specific care to last as long as possible. Please follow these instructions.

How to Care for Your Tankard

• Hand-wash only: Always wash the tankard by hand in lukewarm water using a mild soap. Then, rinse it thoroughly with clean water.
• Dry carefully: Immediately dry the tankard with a soft cloth after washing. Do not let it stand in water or leave it to dry on a radiator.
• Occasional Maintenance: You can occasionally wipe the outer surface with a thin layer of natural oil (e.g., coconut oil) to help the material retain its elasticity and shine.

What to Absolutely Avoid

• NEVER use a dishwasher: The extreme heat and chemicals in a dishwasher would permanently damage and warp the tankard.
• NO hot beverages: Do not pour coffee, tea, or other hot liquids into it. This could damage both the horn and the inner resin lining.
• LIMITATIONS on alcohol: The tankard is not intended for beverages with an alcohol content above 20% ABV. Strong spirits can damage the protective inner layer.
• NO highly acidic beverages: Pure citrus juices and other highly acidic drinks can, over time, damage the inner coating.
• NO prolonged soaking: Do not leave drinks sitting in the tankard for hours or overnight.
• NEVER use a microwave: Using the tankard in a microwave would lead to its destruction.