Shtof is an old Russian unit for measuring the volume of liquid and a vessel for alcoholic beverages.
History of Appearance
Russian people are generous, sincere, but they are not quite organized, so the damasks appeared different. Previously, they were made of green glass in the form of four-sided, squat bottles with a short neck. A damask is a unit of liquid volume, equal to approximately 1.23 liters.
Such shtofs were called "ten-fold". There were also octagonal shtoffs, which, unlike the "normal" counterparts, were equal to an eighth of a bucket, not a tenth.
Historically, shtofs were used to measure the amount of vodka and wine drinks. This was the reason for the development of such a branch of production as the manufacture of souvenir and gift containers with the same name. Shtof is more than just a universal surprise. Such an item can cause a storm of positive emotions and makes it possible to surprise a person.
Dishes for spirits
The culture of drinking strong drinks is not just big words, but an existing set of rules that must be followed in order not only to enjoy the process, but also to maintain he alth. An invariable part of this culture is utensils for alcoholic beverages. Shtof - how much drink? One damask is about 1.23 liters, a half-damask is a mug, and about 60 mg is a scale. From the name of this measure, they began to call the bottle in which the damask was placed.
In the modern production of alcoholic beverages, other volumes are already used, since it is no longer necessary to make shtoffs under the traditional measure. All the customs that have come down since those times and remade in a modern way can amaze and delight no worse than the ancient samples of these vessels.
Damask is a large bottle with an elegant cap. It can be made of crystal, ceramic, glass or porcelain. It is recommended to give preference to transparent vessels, as they better show the quality and color of the drink. Ceramic shtoffs for vodka will remarkably keep the temperature of the drink and its unique aroma. But in most cases, crystal vessels are made that surprise with the complexity of execution and beauty.
What kind of gift bottles can you find
Today you can see vessels of this type in a wide variety of shapes, many of them are real works of art. Souvenir damasks show stories involving politicians and modern symbols of success. Entire buildings, architectural monuments, musical instruments, famous people or complex compositions are depicted on the vessels. Shtofs are also made in the form of ordinary items found in everyday life. It is easy to find the right product related to your profession or passion.
For example, the gifted person is a faneverything that concerns computers, he will be pleased to receive a bottle of "Programmer" or "Hacker" with glasses as a gift. Completely unique, but on the other hand, an ordinary souvenir will give the opportunity to surprise guests.
Men can be hard to please with a gift. But in such a case, you need to choose from win-win options, which include sets for alcohol. Even if the gifted man is indifferent to alcohol, this does not mean that he should not have purely masculine accessories in his property, to which the damask belongs.
Choosing a damask
For gift options, a securely closing lid is a mandatory requirement. It is desirable that the product be with a stand and sufficiently stable. If you plan to buy a damask only for home use, then you can choose a vessel with a decorative lid. Such a bottle is closed with a wooden, silicone or plastic stopper.
Damask is how much vodka? More than a liter! Therefore, a half-shtof was more often used for her. This drink is very much loved by Russians for a long time. They used it most often, therefore the name is associated primarily with vodka. A beautiful and practical object in the old days - a bottle for vodka - was always present on the table. Today, its significance has not been lost, but it has acquired other functions.
Modern gift bottles are a functional table decoration. There are many specialized stores that can offer customers such vessels for vodka, cognac, whiskey. Souvenir damask oftenoffered in a set with glasses or piles. These original compositions are sure to take their rightful place in every home.
