Tiki mugs

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Tiki mugs are ceramic drinkware originating in mid-century American tiki bars and tropical themed restaurants, believed to have been pioneered by Don the Beachcomber. Tiki mugs often feature a figure, face or "tropical" decoration imposed upon its front. Traditional drinks served in tiki mugs are rum-based, mixed with tropical fruit juices and garnished with fruit, fresh mint and a paper umbrella.

[edit] Casting mugs

Usually formed by slipcasting in a plaster mould, the mug is allowed to dry to a "Leather" hardness, and the resultant greenware fired in a kiln to a bisque finish which can then be glazed.

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