Pewter Quaich
Pewter Quaich
The Scottish quaich was first recorded in use during medieval times but it's origins probably extend back even further in time.
Quaich is taken from the Gaelic "cuach" which means shallow cup. Originally the unique Scottish two handled cup was made of wood but by the 1660's silver quaichs were becoming increasingly popular.
In 1589 King James VI of Scotland who later became James 1 of England gave a quaich as a wedding gift to his young bride Anne of Denmark. In the early 1700's the infamous beggars benison club gifted a quaich to one of it's members on his wedding day.
Sir Walter Scott's custom was to serve "a small libation of the genuine mountain dew" to guests from his collection of fine quaichs. Scott's personal glass bottomed quaich was originally part of Bonnie Price Charlie's canteen.
Today the quaich continues to be used at special occasions such as weddings and christenings to share a drink and cement an enduring bond of love and friendship.
Ideal for weddings, christenings, anniversaries, prize giving or for any occasion. The Larger quaichs make fantastic sporting trophies and corporate pieces.
All our quaichs are supplied in a luxurious satin lined presentation box.
Internal diameter 7cm (2.75").
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