The 2/3rd Pint Glass...

Drinkers will soon be popping into their local for two-thirds of a pint as the government is calling time on more than 300 years of history by relaxing rules on pub glass sizes.

Under changes announced at the weekend, two-thirds of a pint will become an official measure in bars and restaurants.

Currently only pints, halves and a third of a pint can be served legally. Industry leaders hope the two-thirds pint – known as a schooner in Australia – will revive flagging business.

Beer has been served in pints since 1698, when an Act of Parliament ruled ale and beer should be sold in pints or full quarts (two-pints). In the last century half and third pints - mainly seen at beer festivals - were introduced as legal measures.

"Personally we'd welcome this change in legislation." comments Ian Clay, "Many of the specialist beers we represent just don't suit being served in pint or half-pint glasses. This flexibility will allow people to enjoy specialty beers in a new range of drinking vessels which can only be good for the whole customer experience."

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