Vintage Pastel Blue Stoneware Beer Mug from the 1960s – Amstel Beer

Vintage Pastel Blue Stoneware Beer Mug from the 1960s – Amstel Beer

• Maker: Sphinx Ceramique, art workshop Maastricht
• Date of Manufacture: 1960s

Product Description:
This distinctive stoneware beer mug, crafted by Sphinx Ceramique in Maastricht, radiates the nostalgic charm of the 1960s. The pastel blue design and the iconic Amstel beer logo embossed on the front not only give this mug a beautiful appearance but also showcase authentic craftsmanship. The sturdy handle ensures a comfortable grip, making it both practical and stylish for any beer lover.

Features:

• Colour: Pastel blue
• Logo: Amstel beer embossed
• Handle: Robust and comfortable

Condition:
This vintage beer mug is in good condition, with some signs of use and light wear typical of an item of this age. The photos provide an accurate representation of the condition.

Dimensions:

• Height: Approx. 13 cm
• Bottom Diameter: Approx. 8.5 cm
• Top Diameter: Approx. 7.5 cm

Background Information
Amstel Beer, established in 1871 on the Mauritskade in Amsterdam, has a rich and fascinating history. The beer was originally brewed by the Bavarian Brewery De Amstel and quickly gained fame. By 1872, a million liters of pilsner were brewed, using ice from the Amsterdam canals to keep the beer cool.

After the acquisition by Heineken in 1968, the Amstel brewery on the Mauritskade was closed, but the 1930 headquarters is still in use as part of the Hogeschool van Amsterdam. The production of Amstel Beer now takes place at Heineken breweries in Zoeterwoude, 's-Hertogenbosch, and Wijlre.

With this pastel blue beer mug, you bring home a piece of beer history, perfect as a decorative object or as an addition to your collection.

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