13 Cool & Unique Beer Mugs to Make Your Collection Unforgettable
A great collection of beer steins is good, but an unforgettable one is better. While classic German beer steins are essential, adding a few unique, quirky, or funny beer mugs can take your display to the next level. We've curated a list of the most interesting and coolest beer glasses and steins that are guaranteed to start a conversation.
Whether you're looking for a novelty stein for yourself or a funny gift for a friend, get ready to discover some of the most creative drinkware available.
1. Corona Parrot Butler Beer Stein
Best For: Tropical Vibes and Beach Days
Forget drinking a Corona from the bottle. This quirky beer stein features a butler parrot specially trained to keep your beer ice-cold, even on the hottest days. It's an awesome and funny beer mug that brings a vacation feel to every sip.
2. Alpine House 3D Beer Stein
Best For: Hiding Your Beer in Plain Sight
At first glance, this looks like a charming German decoration. But this oddly shaped alpine house contains a secret one-liter beer stein. It's the perfect unique beer mug for anyone who wants a functional conversation starter that doubles as decor.
3. Max the Bavarian Boar Stein
Best For: The Truly Bizarre Collection
This unique stein is one of our most interesting. Max the boar, frozen mid-Schuhplattler dance, holds your beer inside his chest—just tip his head back to drink. It's a weird but wonderful piece perfect for displaying proudly on a mantle.
4. Beer Boot Shot Glass
Best For: Parties and Dares
If you're not ready to take on the full-sized Das Boot, this 1.5oz shot glass version is for you. Fill it with your favorite liquor and drink with the toe pointed sideways to avoid a splash. It's a cool and funky shot glass that's guaranteed to get a laugh.
5. Nuremberg Wedding Cup
Best For: A Unique Wedding or Anniversary Gift
This creative cup has a romantic history. According to legend, a goldsmith crafted it to win a nobleman's approval to marry his daughter. The unique design allows two people to drink from it at the same time without spilling a drop, symbolizing unity.
6. Lederhosen & Dirndl Beer Mugs
Best For: A Perfect Couple's Gift
These unique steins are a fantastic gift for any couple. Designed to look like traditional Bavarian Tracht, the Lederhosen and Dirndl mugs can be personalized for a memorable Christmas or anniversary present.
7. Dealer Bulldog Beer Stein
Best For: Poker Night
This is master craftsmanship at its most creative. The handle is a stack of poker chips, and the bulldog dealer wears teashade glasses and a bowtie. This cool beer mug is an amazing addition to any game night.
8. German Shepherd Police Dog Stein
Best For: Dog Lovers
This unusual and cute drinking vessel is the perfect guard for your collection. Shaped like a German Shepherd police dog, it's a unique stein that makes a great gift for any dog lover or law enforcement supporter.
9. Polar Bear Fishing Beer Stein
Best For: A Chilled Out Vibe
When you want to enjoy a frosty brew, let this frosty bear hold it for you. This limited-edition, one-liter stein features a Russian polar bear fisherman. With only 2,500 individually numbered pieces worldwide, it's a cool and rare find.
10. Black Forest Cuckoo Clock Jug Stein
Best For: Making a Tall Statement
This towering, two-liter jug stein will stand out in any collection. The oddly shaped, hand-painted mug features famous landmarks from Germany's Black Forest, making it a particularly cool stein for anyone who loves German culture.
11. Gentleman Skull Beer Stein
Best For: A Halloween Party
This unusual stein is both frightening and classy. The top hat serves as the lid, allowing you to drink from the skull. It's a definite crowd-pleaser for any black-tie Halloween event or for someone with a more morbid style.
12. Leif Eriksson Viking Coffee Cup
Best For: Rough Mornings
Just as important as drinking from a crazy beer glass is recovering in style. This uniquely shaped cobalt coffee mug honors the Viking legend Leif Eriksson and puts any standard plastic travel mug to shame.
13. Engravable Glasses and Mugs
Best For: Your Own Creative Touch
Sometimes the most unique beer mug is the one you design yourself. Our blank pint glasses and dimpled mugs are ready for your custom touch. Engrave a funny saying or a personal monogram to create a one-of-a-kind piece that's made just for you.
Cool, Crazy and One-of-a-Kind Beer Glasses and Mugs
Explore our full selection of Authentic German drinkware and memorabilia to find more cool, crazy, and one-of-a-kind beer glasses and mugs. German Steins is your go-to resource for the best drinkware and gifts around. Order the coolest and craziest beer glasses and mugs today at German Steins!