clinking beer mugs
Unicode: 1F37B
Description
A tall, cylindrical glass filled with a foamy, amber-colored beverage, typically beer, with a white head spilling over the rim.
Group:
Food & Drink > drink
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically represents relaxation, celebration, social gatherings, or simply enjoying a refreshing drink. Can also signify 'cheers' or good times.
Backstory
This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010). Beer has been a global beverage for millennia, deeply embedded in many cultures for its social and celebratory aspects. The emoji provides a simple visual cue for this common drink in digital communication.
Usage Examples
- Inviting friends for a drink: 'Pub tonight? 🍻'
- Celebrating an achievement: 'We did it! Time for a celebratory drink! 🍻'
- After a long day: 'Finally home, time to relax with a cold one 🍻'
- Reference to a brewery or beer festival: 'Looking forward to the beer festival this weekend! 🍻'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Strongly associated with pubs, bars, parties, and casual socializing. Often used to signal unwinding after work or during weekends.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with socializing and celebration, but might also be used in contexts related to specific beer brands or festivals.
German culture:
Particularly strong association with Oktoberfest, traditional beer gardens, and a significant part of national identity.