Tankard, Flask or Goblet?
These terms are generally used to
describe the various drinking vessels that are available. Some
are interchangeable, but the following definitions usually apply.
A drinking vessel that always has a handle and is generally transfer
(decal) decorated. It has no lid, nor was it ever intended to
have a lid.
A drinking vessel with a handle. Usually, but not always, this
piece has a lid. Most handles are made with either a small hole
on the top, upper surface, or with slight indentations near the
top. The hole and indentations help hold the lid strap in place.
A stein that is generally at least one litre in volume. It may
or may not have a lid. It always has a lip for easy pouring.
This word actually has two meanings. It refers to the English 1/2
pint or 1 pint individual drinking vessels. Secondly, a tankard
is also a beerstein that is a least 1-1/2 litres in size. Sometimes
this can be a confusing term. Sometimes you will also hear people
refer to these large steins as jumbo or accent pieces.
A "flat" bottle with a small, narrow opening. It always
has a lid or cork, but is rarely permanently attached. Originally
designed for travel.
Describes a bowl-shaped vessel 1/8 to 1/2 litre in volume, supported
by a "foot" or base. No lid, no handle.