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Quaich is a Scots rendering of the Gaelic word "cuach", meaning a cup.<br />
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Centuries ago, they were built of wooden staves, and by the 17th century were often mounted in silver or made entirely from the metal.<br />
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Used for visitors welcomes or farewell cup by proud Clan Chiefs, worthy merchants or humble crofters, the quaich has kept its simple but beautiful shape and friendly purpose.<br />
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Of course, I had to drink the tastey single malt after this photo...

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Quaich is a Scots rendering of the Gaelic word "cuach", meaning a cup.

Centuries ago, they were built of wooden staves, and by the 17th century were often mounted in silver or made entirely from the metal.

Used for visitors welcomes or farewell cup by proud Clan Chiefs, worthy merchants or humble crofters, the quaich has kept its simple but beautiful shape and friendly purpose.

Of course, I had to drink the tastey single malt after this photo...

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