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Keferloher

The name of this barrel-shaped beer mug with handle made of grey stoneware is derived from the Upper Bavarian community of Keferloh (today a district of Grasbrunn), where this mug was first produced. Until 1892, it was the standard vessel produced by the millions at the annual Munich Oktoberfest and had volumes of between 0.5 and 3 litres. From then on, it was gradually replaced by glass steins, which allow an unobstructed view of the liquid and thus also of the amount of foam. The Keferloher is the ideal vessel for beer, but is also occasionally used for simple draught wine. The insulating effect of the clay keeps the drink cool for longer. In addition, due to the structured surface, which is created by adding salt during the firing process, the carbonic acid is retained for longer and the beer thus stays fresh for longer. There are variants without and with a flat tin lid. Since 1978, Keferloher have been handcrafted for the Oktoberfest as souvenir items with the Oktoberfest poster motif that changes every year. See also under wine vessels.

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