A type of [[cup|drinking vessel]] with a handle and possibly a hinged lid. They are usually made of wooden staves, like a small [[barrel]], but some tankards may be made of metal or ceramic. The traditional [b]beer stein[/b] may be thought of as a highly ornamental type of tankard.

Due to the nostalgic design of tankards, they are commonly seen in medieval European [[fantasy]] settings, particularly in [[tavern|taverns]].

h4.See also
* [[mug]]
** [[beer mug]]