A clay jug: its dimensions, dimensions, purpose

Clay dishes have been considered traditional in our country since ancient times. Jugs have long been made from clay. Moreover, earlier this type of dish was used not only for drinks, but also for serving sauces, and also stood at the basin for washing hands and face. Today, clay products are mainly used to store wine and other drinks. They differ in size and shape.

Types and features of clay jugs

In its true view, such dishes are a tall vessel with a narrow neck and an expanding rounded bottom. It is usually equipped with a slim handle that is easy to grip when in use.

The first prototype was invented many centuries ago. And in the 18th and 19th centuries in our country, they began to actively use clay devices in a form corresponding to modern ones.

Varieties of jugs

Depending on the purpose, there are several types of dishes:

• for wine;
• for water and drinks;
• a jug with a wide neck;
• milkman.

They differ in size and shape, but outwardly resemble a classic jug with a high neck and handle. There are models with a lid and without a lid. By tradition, they are all made from clay.

What are they used for

Nowadays, clay products are more often used for storing and serving wines. But sometimes they serve water, milk and other drinks. In small jugs, you can put sour cream or fermented baked milk on the table.

The clay jug is a great solution for stylized Russian restaurants and people who prefer a traditional setting.

Various shapes and sizes are available for wines and beverages. Narrow or wide neck, ornamented walls, a lid, an inclined vessel, or a thin graceful handle. All these features can be found in the works of potters.

Pottery volumes

It is difficult to give an unambiguous answer to this question. They are different and vary greatly in size. Some manufacturers offer a wide range of products. For example, one and the same jug is produced in several volumes at once so that a person can purchase a set.

For serving wines, as a rule, medium-sized products are used - from 2 to 3 liters. They have a narrow or inclined neck, and rarely come with lids. The special value lies in the possibility of preserving the extraordinary aroma of the intoxicated drink.

For drinking water, vessels with a wide neck and lid are often used. It is important that the handle is strong and secure. Their volume is from 2 to 3 liters. There are also large specimens with a capacity of up to 5 liters.

Juices, mineral water, fruit drinks are served in small vessels from 1 to 2 liters. This is enough for a company of 2-3 people. Usually this is a classic-shaped product with a neck of medium width. The cover is not supplied.

The milk jug is the smallest representative of this type of cookware. It has a size of approximately 200-300 ml. It also features a wide neck and sturdy handle.

There are heat resistant pitchers that can withstand heat in an oven or microwave.

The jug has many names and varieties. They differ in decor, size and decoration. Today it is easy to order a product according to your own measurements, with the volume that is required.