Onis Maxim

The half-liter is the party size: for pilsner, wheat beer, and anything you serve with a generous head. Keep in mind that a full mug weighs about a kilo, so for a long evening many people prefer the 28 cl size. That size is equivalent to a regular flute plus a little extra and is also suitable for stronger beer, which you tend to serve in smaller amounts anyway. If you want to compare other models before choosing, take a look at the full beer mugs and the broader category beer glasses.

Rinse the stein with cold water before you pour, so the foam clings less to the wall and the beer runs in more smoothly. Hold the glass at an angle of about forty-five degrees and bring it upright once the stein is half full, so the head builds in one go. Serve lager at five to seven degrees and wheat beer a little warmer. Let the stein stand for twenty seconds after pouring before you hand it over.

Fat is the enemy of a head of foam: a fingerprint or a trace of dishwashing liquid breaks down the foam within a minute. Therefore, wash beer glasses separately from greasy dishes and rinse them well. A glass brush removes residue from the bottom corner where a sponge cannot reach. Let the mugs drain upside down on a rack rather than on a cloth, otherwise the glass will absorb the smell.

Looking for a glass tailored to the beer style, with a tulip shape or a stemmed goblet? You’ll find it among the specialty beer glasses. The brand overview of Onis shows which other series are available in the same bar-quality range. And if you serve mixed drinks as well as beer, a mojito and a dark 'n stormy are the closest in terms of how they’re enjoyed.