Why Drinking Horns Are Better Than Beer Mugs And Beer Glasses

A drinking horn is a natural or artificial horn of an animal that is used as a drinking vessel. They were common in medieval Europe, especially among the warrior class, and were often used as a display of status and wealth. Drinking horns were usually made from the horns of cows, but could also be made from the horns of other animals, such as goats, bulls, or even antelopes.

The first recorded use of a drinking horn dates back to the 5th century BC, when the Scythians, a group of Iranian nomads, used them to drink fermented mare’s milk. The horns were often decorated with intricate designs and were used as both a drinking vessel and a status symbol.

In medieval Europe, drinking horns were often used as a display of wealth and status. They were often made from the horns of cows, but could also be made from the horns of other animals, such as goats, bulls, or even antelopes. The horns were often decorated with intricate designs and were used as both a drinking vessel and a status symbol...(Read More)