To Flask Or Not To Flask, That Is The Question!
Hip flasks and tankards are not new and have been in use for centuries now. Used in the past mainly by men, these are now used by women, too, and for all occasions.
Flasks used to be used for carrying around fruit beverages. Hip flasks were used differently in different ages and by different people. In the 18th century it was used by the members of the gentry whereas the women used it to smuggle alcohol onto warships by hiding them under their petty coats. Generally, they were made from a variety of materials that also included pig’s bladders. Gradually these hip flasks have become the new sought after collectors’ item.
At present, tankards and hip flasks make brilliant and charming gifts that can be accentuated by a personalized touch which will make the receiver cherish it forever. Use these terrific traditional gifts for all occasions.
• Birthday Gifts – GIft that special beverage inside an awesome flask. The variety is so huge that it will be impossible not to find the perfect gift for the recipient. Moreover these personalized gifts are meant for both the sexes and the feminine types are in the form of iPods and mobile phones that can easily fit inside their handbags. These gifts can be personalized by engraving the receiver’s name, initials or the date and occasion. The tankards generally have a birthday number for the letter such as 18 or 21 even though anything can be engraved on them on request.
• Hobby Gifts – Engrave a special logo or message regarding someone’s favorite hobby. For instance, have a special message engraved on your flasks. These even make neat gifts for groomsmen .
There are some online shops who offer to sell tankards and flasks in pewter and steel and even export it anywhere from England. Even add a creative touch with an artistic engraving.
