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You have probably seen many people walking around the world with huge drinks. The drinks are usually in tall containers filled with some colorful liquids that you may have wondered what exactly was inside.

What Is A Yard Drink?

The yard drink is said to have originated in England during the 17th Century. It is referred to as a “yardie” in New Zealand, where newly turned 21-year-olds celebrate by drinking a yard glass of beer. Other places used the yard drink as a way to determine a drinker’s prowess and competence.

A yard drink (also called a yard of ale) is a term used to refer to a yard glass, a drinking container measuring about one yard specifically designed to drink about 1.4 liters of beer. The yard glass is distinct in its design, with a round base, tall neck, and wide top.

In countries where the imperial system is used, the yard drink is used to refer to 100 ounces instead of the 2.5 imperial pints/1.4 liters it mathematically translates to.

Many bars and restaurants call their biggest drinks Yard Drinks to emphasize the humongous size, especially on bowls/punches meant to be shared among several guests.

Fun Fact: The Guinness Book of Records notes that five seconds is the fastest time a person has ever drank a full yard of ale.