Poker is, without a doubt, America’s card game of choice. It exists even in our everyday language with phrases like ‘ace,’ ‘the chips are down, ‘folding’ and ‘wild card.’ And who can forget ‘poker face,’ a massively popular image across the English-speaking world, the origin of which is abundantly clear. Then, there’s the whole of the 20th Century filled with movies and songs about poker (we’re huge fans of Kenny Rogers ‘The Gambler’). Many of these are about casinos, but when it comes to specific games, it’s often poker (and, to a lesser extent, roulette, and blackjack).
Poker is hugely popular across America, and it’s a pastime that has endured for over 200 years - who can forget some of those early games in the Wild West (Wild Bill Hickok and the ‘Dead Man’s Hand’ springs to mind). That popularity isn’t likely to change anytime soon as millions of Americans enjoy casual play with friends along with the bright lights and high stakes of Las Vegas and Atlantic City. While we haven’t been making Poker glassware for anywhere near that amount of time (though we think 30 years is pretty good going), our poker glasses (whether pint, pilsner, shot glasses, or tankards) still prove immensely popular. Why not pick some up today!
There are many conflicting stories as to where poker first originated. Some believe it has its roots in China, where a tenth-century Emperor used a combination of cards and dominoes. Many others claim that it arose from the French game known as Poque. The truth may never be uncovered but what is certain is that poker’s notoriety grew in America in the 20th Century from Texas Hold ‘Em, Seven Card Stud, Follow the queen - even High Chicago (we’re big fans of this one where the player with the highest spade left face-down wins half the pot). Whatever the history, start a new talking point at your poker night with these excellent glasses. Made from superior quality, heavyweight glass, these are perfect for unwinding with a cool beer or taking a few shots with your friends or opponents. This incredible poker glassware is excellent for any occasion, from Christmas, Birthdays, Veterans Day, Memorial Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, and even Retirement. Let the world know you’re a gambler (and a damn fine ace cracker).
For a fun glass set that’s sure to get the table laughing, check out our Liquor Up Front, Poker in the Rear glassware featuring women, whiskey, and cards. If you’re looking for a way to throw your opponents off track and be the king or queen of the table, you’ll have your opponents looking more at the glasses than what they’re holding. For another humorous poker set, check out our I got the Nutz glassware set, featuring the cutest little squirrel in a pair of shades, surrounded by poker chips while standing on his, well, his nuts and flying high with a pair of aces. This makes an awesome gift or the perfect treat for yourself. Come get some today.