Beer Steins

Wholesale Beer Steins for Commercial Use

Stock beer steins built for the demands of licensed premises. All steins are available by the case with wholesale pricing on trade accounts: ideal for pubs, bars, restaurants and event caterers running high-volume service.

Every stein in this range carries CE or UKCA certification, meeting UK licensing requirements for draught beer service. Brands stocked include Artis, Utopia, Onis Prost, Arcoroc and GenWare trusted names across the UK hospitality trade. Open a trade account to access case break pricing and priority fulfilment.

Glass, Dimpled & Stainless Steel Steins

Three material types to suit every venue and service style. Glass steins deliver a classic, clean look with easy dishwasher turnaround ideal for table service and branded bar setups. Dimpled steins: including the Arcoroc Britannia and Haworth ranges offer a traditional German aesthetic with a secure grip popular for themed nights and Oktoberfest events.

Stainless steel tankards from GenWare are virtually indestructible, making them the goto for outdoor festivals and high traffic venues. Sizes run from half-pint (284ml) through pint (568ml) up to 1.3L: covering every serve format.

Perfect for Oktoberfest and Beer Festivals

Authentic German beer mug aesthetics, built for bulk event use. Whether you’re running a one night Oktoberfest theme, a seasonal Bavarian bar setup, or a multi day beer festival this range covers the volume and the look.

Order in bulk ahead of the season to avoid stock shortfalls: dimpled glass steins and large-format 1.3L steins are consistently high demand lines from August onwards. Suitable for permanent Bavarian themed venues or oneoff event hire. Pair with pint glasses, nonic glasses, and branded beer glasses to complete your bar glassware range.

Explore More Beer Glasses

Browse the full beer glasses range or return to the glassware category to explore tumblers, wine glasses, and more.

• All Beer Glasses – you guessed it, the full range
• Classic Pint Glasses– a pub staple
• Branded Glassware– personalise your pub with your own logo

Got a beer event coming up? We can help with bulk orders, just give us a shout and we’ll get them sorted and sent over in no time.

Frequently Asked Questions About Beer Steins

What is a beer stein?

A beer stein is a traditional handled drinking vessel, originating in Germany, designed for serving beer. The term covers a range of styles including glass steins, dimpled mugs and stainless steel tankards. In a commercial context steins are used in pubs, bars and at Oktoberfest and beer festival events where a robust, handled format is preferred.

What sizes do beer steins come in?

Ascot Wholesale stocks beer steins from half-pint (284ml/10oz) through standard pint (568ml/20oz) up to large-format 1.3L and 45oz steins for festival and event use.

The Onis Prost Beer Mug is available in 640ml/22.5oz, and the Utopia Beer Stein Glass reaches 1.3L: ideal for authentic Bavarian style service. Size availability varies by brand and material.

Are your beer steins CE or UKCA marked?

Yes. The majority of steins in this range carry CE or UKCA certification, as required for draught beer service on licensed UK premises. Marked products include the Arcoroc Haworth Pint Glass, Artis Beer Stein Glass, Onis Prost Beer Mug and Utopia Beer Stein Glass.

Check individual product listings for specific compliance markings before ordering for licensed use.

What’s the difference between a glass stein, dimpled stein, and stainless steel tankard?

A glass stein offers a clear, classic look suited to table service and branded bar environments. A dimpled stein: such as the Arcoroc Britannia or Haworth features a textured panelled body for a traditional German aesthetic and a more secure grip.

A stainless steel tankard, like the GenWare 450ml, is virtually unbreakable and best suited to outdoor events, beer festivals and high-traffic venues where breakage risk is high.

Can I order beer steins in bulk?

Yes: all steins are available by the case for bulk ordering, with wholesale pricing applied to trade account holders. Bulk orders are well-suited to pubs stocking up for Oktoberfest season event caterers and festival operators. Contact the Ascot Wholesale trade team for volume pricing on large or repeat orders.

Which brands of beer steins do you stock?

Ascot Wholesale stocks beer steins from Artis, Utopia, Onis Prost, Arcoroc, and GenWare. Arcoroc covers the dimpled glass stein range (Britannia and Haworth lines). GenWare supplies stainless steel tankards; Artis, Utopia and Onis Prost cover glass steins in a range of sizes including CE and UKCA marked options.

Are beer steins suitable for outdoor events and beer festivals?

Yes. Stainless steel tankards from GenWare are specifically suited to outdoor use: they are virtually indestructible and eliminate breakage risk at festivals and outdoor events.

For indoor beer festivals and Oktoberfest events where a traditional aesthetic is required dimpled glass steins are the preferred choice.

Always check venue licensing requirements regarding glassware type before ordering.

Do you offer trade accounts for bulk beer stein orders?

Yes. Ascot Wholesale operates a trade account scheme for hospitality businesses, event caterers, and licensed premises. Trade account holders benefit from wholesale case pricing, priority fulfilment and access to the full product range.

Register for a trade account on the Ascot Wholesale website to access trade pricing on beer steins and all other glassware categories.

What is the minimum order quantity for beer steins?

Minimum order quantities vary by product and brand. Most steins are sold by the case: case sizes typically range from 6 to 24 units depending on the stein size and brand.

Check individual product listings for exact case quantities or contact the Ascot Wholesale trade team for guidance on mixed-case options for event or trial orders.

How quickly can you deliver bulk beer stein orders?

Ascot Wholesale offers next-working-day delivery on stocked lines for orders placed before the daily cut-off.

Delivery timescales for large bulk orders may vary contact the trade team to confirm lead times ahead of seasonal events such as Oktoberfest or beer festivals where advance planning is essential.