NHL Beer Vessels
As seen on the Empty Netters Podcast.
What started as a simple thought—"What if every NHL team had its own custom beer vessel?"—quickly turned into a full-blown creative rabbit hole. One design led to another, with each team inspiring its own unique shape, personality, and visual identity. What began as a fun experiment became a challenge to create something that felt authentic to every franchise while pushing my own creativity along the way.
Atlantic Division
Buffalo Sabers
The Beer Saber
No notes. Buffalo absolutely nailed this one.
Sometimes you don’t improve perfection. You just step back and respect it. The Beer Saber is pure chaos, pure pageantry, and pure Buffalo hockey.
That said…
Ryan Whitney, buddy… that chug was a tough watch. The arm looked like a broken animatronic trying to find its cue. We’re gonna need a little maintenance before the next public appearance.
Because this thing deserves greatness. And right now, it’s one tune-up away from it.
Detrot Red Wings
The Motor Mug
Built for hard shifts. And harder pours.
Straight out of Hockeytown, the Motor Mug brings blue-collar grit to every sip. Designed like a piston straight from the line, this plastic powerhouse trades chrome for durability because in Detroit, things aren’t made to shine… they’re made to work.
This mug is ready for long nights, cold beers, and overtime wins. Lightweight enough for the tailgate, tough enough for the garage, and loud enough to make a statement wherever it lands.
No frills. No shortcuts. Just horsepower and hops.
Florida Panthers
The Rat King
All hail the Rat King.
Inspired by the rat-throwing tradition that took over South Florida in ’95, the Rat King doesn’t just honor history, it leans all the way into it. Because of course… in Florida, a rodent problem somehow became a perfect hockey identity.
This vessel is as unapologetic as the team it represents. It’s scrappy. It’s a little unhinged. And yeah… it might be playing right on the edge. Just like Panthers hockey.
So whether you love it or hate it, one thing’s clear:
Florida didn’t clean it up… they crowned it.
Montreal Canadians
The Bell Centrepiece
Not all vessels are made. Some are inherited.
The Bell Centrepiece is a tribute to tradition, legacy, and a winning culture that’s defined generations of hockey. From dynasties to deep playoff runs, this is a fanbase that doesn’t just remember greatness, it expects it. And lately… it feels like that winning energy might be finding its way back.
Cast in crystal-clear form and filled with golden Canadian beer, this piece doesn’t just hold your drink, it elevates it. Because in Montréal, hockey isn’t just a game. It’s history. It’s ritual. It’s identity.
Because in Montréal… even the chalice knows when it’s time for a power play.
Ottowa Senators
The Filibuster
Grab a friend and gather around. This one’s going to take a while.
The Filibuster isn’t just a beer vessel, it’s a full session. Built for groups, arena seats, and long stretches of hockey, this towering column turns every sip into a shared experience. Filled wall-to-wall with golden beer, it keeps things flowing slow and steady from top to bottom, no shortcuts, no rush.
Perfect for watching a defensive grind where every inch matters and every minute feels earned. One person starts… everyone else waits… and eventually, it all comes around.
Because like any good filibuster, it’s not about speed, it’s about endurance.
Boston Bruins
The Right To Bear Arms
Forged in the spirit of Big Bad Bruins hockey, this beast doesn’t just hold your beer, it mauls it. Built with hulking bear-paw grips that channel pure Boston grit, The Right to Bear Arms delivers a no-nonsense drinking experience that’s as tough as a playoff shift on the boards. Whether you’re crushing cold ones in the dead of winter or just asserting dominance at the tailgate, these paws keep your hands warm and your drink ice cold.
Because in Boston, toughness isn’t optional.
It’s tradition.
And as far as we’re concerned… this is the only interpretation of the Second Amendment that really matters.
Tama Bay Lightning
By the Hand of Brewse
Strike fast. Drink faster.
Forged in the spirit of thunder and power, By the Hand of Brewse channels the raw energy of the storm itself. A bolt captured in crystal-clear form, gripped by the fist of a true believer, this vessel doesn’t just hold beer… it conducts it.
They say Zeus ruled the skies with lightning in his hand.
In Tampa, that power lives on. Reimagined, refined… and filled to the brim.
Every pour crackles with energy. Every sip hits with a jolt. And when the moment comes, when the ice tilts and the crowd rises, you just might feel that extra spark.
Because when you hold the lightning…
anything can strike.
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Maple Brew
What’s more Canadian than maple syrup and hockey?
The Maple Brew Bottle brings both together in one unmistakable form. A classic syrup jug reimagined for game day. Shaped like an iconic maple leaf and filled with golden Canadian beer, it’s built for cold nights, loud arenas, and unwavering optimism.
Designed with a secure cap so you can tuck it into your coat for later… you know, just in case you need something to sip on while processing another early playoff exit.
But hey… there’s always next year.
Metropolitan Division
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Beer Cannon
Aim high. Let it fly.
The Beer Cannon brings a little extra firepower to game day. Built for fans who stick it out through every shift, every bounce, and every “almost” moment. Because let’s be honest… rooting for the Jackets can test your patience.
So instead of overthinking it… just raise the cannon.
Load it up, tilt it back, and let it pour. Whether it’s a big win or one of those nights where you just need a little extra support, this thing’s got your back.
Because sometimes… you don’t need answers.
You just need a better way to drink your beer.
New Jersey Devils
The Hell Mug
Welcome to Hell.
The Hell Mug isn’t here to play nice, it’s here to bring the heat. Built with devil horns, bat-wing grip, and a fire-lit base, this thing looks like it was forged somewhere far below sea level and shipped straight to game day.
Filled with ice-cold beer (ironically), it’s the perfect companion for loud nights, fast games, and a team that thrives in chaos. Every sip feels a little hotter. Every pour hits a little harder.
Because when you’re backing the Devils…
you might as well embrace it.
Turn up the heat. Raise some hell.
New York Islanders
The Lighthouse
Stay on course.
The Lighthouse stands tall as a beacon for Islanders fans, guiding you through every shift, every surge, and every stormy stretch of the season. Built like a classic coastal icon and filled with golden beer, it’s always shining when the game gets dark.
Because whether it’s smooth sailing or choppy waters, one thing’s certain…
The light’s always on.
New York Rangers
The Brew Train
Stand clear of the closing doors.
The Brew Train is rolling through with a full load, built for fans who know the ride doesn’t stop when the puck drops. From the first period to overtime, this subway-inspired vessel keeps things moving with every sip.
Because if you want to get to the good times…
you must take the Brew Train.
All aboard.
Philadelphia Flyers
The Gritty Guzzler
Look it in the eyes.
There’s nothing more gritty than the city of Philadelphia. From the place that gave you brotherly love… comes a fanbase that might just knock the beer right out of your stomach, and then hand you another one.
The Gritty Guzzler captures that exact energy. Wild, unhinged, and impossible to ignore, this mug is all about chaos, passion, and never backing down. Those eyes? They’ve seen things. And now they’re watching you drink.
Because in Philly… you don’t sip.
You survive.
Carolina Hurricanes
The Beer Skate
This is awesome. Just order more next time.
Pittsburgh Penguins
The Kegloo
Huddle up. Stay cold.
The Kegloo is built for the whole squad. Big, bold, and packed to the brim, this 64 oz beast is made for sharing, because in Pittsburgh, you don’t go it alone.
Inspired by the frozen tundra and locker room camaraderie, it’s the perfect centerpiece for game night. Gather around, pour it up, and keep the good times flowing from the first drop to the final horn.
Cold beer. Tight circle. Full house.
Because the best plays… are the ones you share.
Washington Capitals
The Ovetchstick
Drink greatness.
Built in the image of one of the greatest goal scorers to ever do it, the Ovetchstick brings that same elite finish to your game day. Long, lethal, and dialed in with that signature curve, this isn’t just a beer vessel, it’s a sniper’s tool.
Designed for smooth flow from shaft to blade, every sip feels like a one-timer from the left circle. And when you’re feeling bold? Load it up and cross sauces. Mix two beers at once and create something truly dangerous.
Grip it and Sip it.
Central Division
Colorado Avalanche
The St. Bernard Keg
Off the beaten beer path.
The St. Bernard Keg trades pints for something a little stronger. A nod to the legendary rescue barrels carried through the mountains. Built for the cold, the climb, and the kind of nights where a beer just won’t cut it, this piece keeps a few shots of whisky right where you need it.
Worn around the neck and ready at a moment’s notice, it’s perfect for those frigid rink nights when you need a little extra warmth between periods. Pop it, pour it, pass it around.
Because sometimes the best assist…
is a shot.
Dallas Stars
The Long Pour
Everything’s bigger in Texas.
The Long Pour doesn’t do subtle. Built in the shape of a longhorn skull and filled to the brim, this beast is made for fans who like their drinks the same way they like their hockey, bold, loud, and a little larger than life.
With wide horns, a massive pour, and a grip that means business, this isn’t just a beer vessel… it’s a statement. One fill goes a long way, and somehow still leaves you wanting more.
Because down in the big D, small isn’t in the vocabulary.
Pour big. Drink bigger.
Minnesota Wild
The Beer Antler
Answer the call of the wild.
The Beer Antler is built for fans who feel more at home in the elements than in the stands. Shaped like a true deer antler and filled with ice-cold beer, it brings that rugged, outdoors energy straight into game night.
Whether you’re posted up at the rink, out at a cabin, or deep in a tailgate that turned into an adventure, this vessel is made to go wherever the night takes you. Strong grip, bold shape, and a pour that feels just a little more primal.
Nashville Predators
The Saberbrewth
Some ideas just hit different.
You could’ve gone a lot of ways with this one.
For Smashville you could do a guitar or a sledgehammer.
But when the name is this good… you don’t overthink it.
The Saberbrewth leans all the way in. Sharp, aggressive, and built to stand out. Inspired by the saber-toothed predator and filled with ice-cold beer, it’s made for fans who like their game just a little more dangerous.
Because sometimes the best design choice…
is the obvious one.
St. Louis Blues
The Beer Trumpet
Sound the charge.
The Beer Trumpet brings the noise and the pour. Inspired by the instrument that defines the Blues, this vessel turns every sip into a celebration.
With a full-bodied flow and a design that practically begs to be raised after every goal, it’s built for fans who don’t just watch the game… they announce it.
Because when the moment hits, you don’t stay quiet.
Just… don’t blow it.
Chicago Blackhawks
The Chugahawk
Raise it. Tilt it. Finish strong.
The Chugahawk is built for pure game day energy. A handheld chugging weapon designed for fans who bring intensity every night. Shaped like a classic tomahawk and flowing from handle to head, it’s made for quick lifts, big moments, and even bigger finishes.
Fueled by a warrior spirit and built for battle, this vessel doesn’t mess around. It’s grip, rip, and go, whether it’s pregame, intermission, or a goal celebration that demands a full send.
Because some fans sip…
Others go to war.
Utah Mammoth
The Beer Tusk
Old school. Still elite.
At first glance, you might think it’s just a cousin of the Saberbrewth. And you wouldn’t be wrong. Same primal energy. Same prehistoric edge. But the Beer Tusk strips it down to something even cleaner… even sharper.
Long, smooth, and perfectly curved, this is a vessel that feels like it’s been refined over thousands of years. Like somewhere back in the day, a caveman picked one up, took a sip, and said, “yeah… this works.”
And honestly? He was right.
Winnipeg Jets
Jet Fuel
We’re going a little out of the box with this one.
Built like a fighter pilot helmet and ready for takeoff, this is hands-free, full-send drinking at cruising altitude.
But fair warning, you’re gonna want to drink this fast…
because if you don’t, you might have to start redefining what “beer goggles” really mean.
Strap in, sip up, and let it fly.
Because tell me these aren’t selling out…
at the speed of sound.
Pacific Division
Calgary Flames
The Fire Hose
When a regular drink just won’t cut it…
There are nights watching the Flames where you feel like you don’t need a sip…
you need a fire hose.
Well, now you’ve got one.
The Fire Hose is built to bring the pressure. A full 32 oz of ice-cold beer flowing straight through a nozzle-style spout, ready to cool things down when the game starts heating up
Edmonton Oilers
The Oil Drum
Sometimes simple just wins.
Yes… it’s simple.
But let’s face it… you’re in Edmonton.
It’s cold. The game’s intense. And you don’t need anything complicated.
You just want beer, fast and simple.
The Oil Drum delivers exactly that. A clean, no-nonsense pour with a design that gets straight to the point. Just like the fans who use it.
Los Angeles Kings
Beer Scepter
Rule accordingly.
The Beer Scepter isn’t just something you drink from. It’s something you wield. Built with a royal edge and a no-nonsense attitude, this is for fans who expect more than just a game… they expect a standard.
Sleek, powerful, and straight to the point, it delivers your beer with authority.
San Jose Sharks
The Meglabeer
You’re going to need a bigger beer.
The Meglabeer hits like a full-on shark attack. One moment you’re fine… the next you’re in deep, gripping a massive megalodon tooth filled with ice-cold beer and wondering how you got here.
Big pour, bold shape, and just enough intimidation to make every drink feel like a power play.
Because when the Sharks smell blood in the water…
it’s already too late.
Seattle Kraken
The Tentakeg
Careful… this one’ll take your sea legs.
The Tentakeg rises straight from the deep, wrapped, coiled, and ready to pull you under one pour at a time. With beer flowing through every twist of the tentacle, this isn’t just a drink… it’s an experience.
Because somewhere between the first sip and the last…
you might realize you’ve officially lost your sea legs.
Anaheim Ducks
The Wild Wing
Quack Quak Quack.
The Wild Wing doesn’t hold your beer, he is your beer.
A full-body vessel built for pure game day energy, this one lets you drink straight from the glove like you just scored and don’t have time to slow down.
It’s bold. It’s ridiculous. It’s exactly what it should be.
From the mask to the pads, this thing feels like it just crashed through the boards and landed in your hands, ready for the next celly.
Raise the glove. Finish the play.
Vancouver Canucks
The Whale Tail Ale
Ride the current… if you can.
The Whale Tail Ale rises up from the deep and hits just as hard. One smooth pour, straight from the fin, and suddenly you’re not just watching the game you’re in it.
Balanced, powerful, and a little unpredictable, this one flows easy at first…
but don’t get too comfortable.
Because somewhere along the way…
you might realize you’ve drifted a little too far out.
And once you lose the current,
you’re on your own.
Vegas Golden Knights
The Knight Cap
Welcome to Sin City.
Out here… there are no rules. No limits. No reason to take it slow.
The Knight Cap straps you in and lets it rip, dual pours, full send, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting. Whether you’re up big or chasing the game, this thing doesn’t ask questions… it just keeps flowing.
Because in Vegas, you don’t play it safe,
you go all in.
No rules. No brakes. Let it rip.