# Skeletal Beer Steins The Skull Stein is a Macabre Anatomy-Inspired Piece of Barware By Michael Hines | Published 2010-11-26 | Updated 2010-11-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skull-stein References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/11/24/skull-stein/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Skull-Stein) Now you can join the ranks of ogres and trolls who drink straight from the skull with the Skull Stein. This macabre [beer stein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-cheers) is designed to resemble a human skull and even features a bony handle. I'm not much for [skulls and skeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-skeleton-bottle), but I do like the design of this Skull Stein. This stein is perfect for [Halloween time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/target-x-stanley-halloween) or for just adding a little fun to knocking back a cold one. Check out some the Skull Stein above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Macabre Home Decor:** Opportunity for companies to create unique and unconventional pieces for home decoration inspired by death and darkness. - **Anatomically-inspired Barware:** Opportunity for companies to create unique and unconventional barware inspired by anatomy and human bone structure. - **Novelty Drinking Vessels:** Opportunity for companies to create unique and unconventional drinking vessels that add a fun and playful element to drinking experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry has the opportunity to create and market unconventional home decor products such as the Skull Stein to appeal to a demographic that values individualism and non-conformism in their home decor choices. - **Barware:** The barware industry has the opportunity to create anatomically-inspired barware products such as the Skull Stein to appeal to a demographic that values unique and unconventional drinking experiences. - **Novelty Goods:** The novelty goods industry has the opportunity to create and market fun and playful items such as the Skull Stein to appeal to a demographic that values humor and lightheartedness in their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper-tea.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper.md) - [Skull-Like Vodka Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-head-vodka-1.md) - [Whimsical Halloween Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-halloween-drinkware.md) - [Anatomical Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-skull-with-hidden-organs.md) - [Celebratory Skull-Shaped Drink Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skull-hot-chocolate-bomb.md) - [Ultra-Heavy Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanus-brass-tankard.md) - [Drinking Vessel Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beernaments.md) - [Coffin-Shaped Beverage Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-casket-cooler.md)