Best Beer Steins of 2026

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Are beer steins worth anything?

German beer steins can sell for under $50 or over $5,000, but many sell in the $100 to $500 range. To determine whether your stein is a valuable antique or just a cool collectible, you need to look for clues about how old the stein is, where it was made, and how it was made.

2. Do people still use beer steins?

In Germany clay steins are not nearly as common to drink from as glass open lidded steins, such as the Hofbrauhaus glass steins seen at Oktoberfest, but people still do. Steins became a more collectable item after glass blowing was invented, to signify a special occasion or achievement.

3. What are the most valuable beer steins?

The most highly sought after manufacturers include Mettlach, Royal Vienna, and Capo-di-Monte. While there are countless types of beer steins, below are the most popular and well-known. Easily one of the most popular types of steins for collectors. They often feature folk tales or German patriotic scenes.

4. Why is a stein called a stein?

The word “stein” is of German origin. The etymology of the word is either from “Stein Krug” (meaning stone jug/mug) or from “Steingut” (meaning stone goods). Steins are mugs used for drinking beer. They have a handle and a hinged lid; are decorated and sometimes hand-painted.