Title:
Vintage VLB Berlin German Beer Stein Grotten-Bock Brewing Research Institute 0.5LDescription:
Up for sale is a rare, authentic piece of German academic breweriana history—a Vintage VLB Berlin \"Grotten-Bock\" 0.5 Liter Ceramic Beer Stein. Manufactured in Germany by SOHM, this heavy stoneware piece originates directly from the \"Forschungsinstitut für Technologie der Brauerei und Mälzerei - Berlin\" (The Research Institute for Brewery and Malt Technology in Berlin).The front displays a striking graphic depicting a red devil-style goat celebrating the institute\'s specialized \"Grotten-Bock\" bock beer. The German text translates to: \"Brewed in the stalactite caves of the instructional research brewery.\"Features a traditional ribbed base layout and a calibrated 0.5L (0,5l) fill line stamp beneath the upper rim. This is an incredible, hard-to-find piece for serious beer stein collectors, historical breweriana enthusiasts, or anyone interested in the science of German brewing history.Product Specifications:
* Institution: VLB Berlin (Versuchs- und Lehranstalt für Brauerei in Berlin)
* Beer Style Theme: Grotten-Bock Cave-Brewed Bock Beer
* Manufacturer: SOHM Ceramic / Porcelain
* Capacity: 0.5 Liter (Calibrated 0,5l Stamp)
* Material: High-Quality Glazed Stoneware CeramicCondition Description:
* Very Good Vintage Condition: The main ceramic body and front transfer graphic are exceptionally bright, crisp, and clean. The interior is free of any stains or odors.
* Manufacturing Flaw Note: There are two specific factory glaze defects located inside the curvature of the handle pocket. One is a tiny dark speck embedded in the glaze, and the other is a distinct, small factory air bubble pocket/pinhole that occurred during the original kiln-firing process. These are manufacturing anomalies rather than post-production damage or chips.
* Please see all high-resolution close-up photos to inspect the exact condition of this unique stein before purchasing. Sold as-is.
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