Stainless Steel Whiskey Flask with Embossed Pewter Disc - Mullingar Pewter

Stainless Steel Whiskey Flask with Embossed Pewter Disc - 4oz

About Us

Mullingar Pewter

The ancient craft of pewter making was revived in Ireland by Paddy Collins in Mullingar in 1974. Paddys son Peter now runs the business and it employs 16 people from the local area. Most of the pieces are still made in the traditional way in our own workshop by Irish men and women, specially trained in the old casting methods, meticulous assembly and delicate hand finishing. These skills take years to acquire. We have consistently applied the highest standards of design and quality control in the production of these exquisite gifts. We ship worldwide and are renowned for our finest grade pewter.

The History of Pewter

The history of Irish Pewter goes back at least 800 years. The early craftsmen produced the first domestic pewter utensils, consisting mainly of tankards, plates and candlesticks. Around the 12th. century, pewter was only for the wealthy, where it was to be found on the tables of castle halls and in rich merchant's and churchmen's houses. Later the use of pewter spread into taverns and cottages. In the 18th and 19th centuries, with the introduction of pottery and glass, pewter use declined but it has seen a more recent revival.

It's now fashionable to buy pewter for everyday use. Pewter is easy to store, never wears out and on special occasions it provides a splendid display. Pewter can also be readily engraved with an inscription by ourselves (enquire for costs) or any competent jeweller.

About the only thing that has changed in pewter manufacture is the materials. Originally pewter was made from a composition of lead and tin. Today, the raw materials consist of 95% tin with the balance made up of copper and antimony. Our pewter products are guaranteed lead-free and quite safe to be used for all kinds of food and drink.