Tree of Life Drinking Horn
Strength does not begin with us, and it should not end with us.
Yggdrasil rises across genuine buffalo horn, framed by carved knotwork and runic details. It carries a reminder that what stands tallest is fed by deep roots, tested by hardship and shaped to shelter what follows.
Complete with its own display stand, this commanding horn is made to mark weddings, milestone birthdays and the moments a family will remember long after the feast ends.
Add personal engraving and bind that story to one name.
Yggdrasil is not portrayed in Norse tradition as a tree untouched by hardship.
In Grímnismál, the great ash stands above three roots reaching in different directions. The gods travel there to sit in judgement, Ratatoskr carries words along its trunk, stags feed upon its branches and creatures gnaw at it from below.
Yet Yggdrasil remains at the heart of the Norse cosmos.
It endures pressure from every direction while continuing to connect what stands above, below and around it.
For this vessel, that history carries a modern message:
Know your roots. Carry their strength. Leave what follows stronger than what came before.
The carved tree follows the natural colour, curve and markings of every horn. No two carry Yggdrasil in precisely the same way, just as no two families carry precisely the same story.
Raise the Tree of Life Drinking Horn for the person who remembers where they came from and intends to build something worthy of those who follow.
• Handcrafted from genuine buffalo horn
• Deep hand carved Yggdrasil with decorative knotwork and runic details
• Approximately 12 to 15 inches long, or 30 to 38cm
• Holds approximately 300 to 400ml
• Display stand included
• Sealed finish
• Leak tested
• Suitable for beer, mead, ale, wine and other cold alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks
• Personal engraving available in 3 or 15 characters using modern or runic lettering
• Metal display stand shown in selected photographs is not included
Natural horn variation: The photographs show examples of the design and overall style, not the exact horn you will receive. Length, colour, grain, markings, shape, curvature, twist and exact capacity within the stated ranges will naturally vary. The Yggdrasil carving and overall product style will remain consistent, although minor handmade variations may occur.
No two natural horns are ever the same. Yours carries its own colour, curve and character. With the right care, it can become more than a drinking vessel. It can become part of your story.
💧 Before the first feast
Gently wash your horn by hand using lukewarm water, mild dish soap and a soft cloth.
🫧 Clean after every use
Empty and rinse your horn promptly after drinking. Do not leave beverages sitting inside for extended periods.
🚫 Never soak or use the dishwasher
Never soak your horn or place it in the dishwasher. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive sponges and vigorous scrubbing.
❄️ Keep it cold
Use only with cold alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Do not use with hot liquids.
💨 Dry completely
Wipe your horn with a soft cloth, then allow it to air dry completely before storing. Never store it while damp.
🛡️ Protect the finish
Store it in a cool, dry place away from strong heat and prolonged direct sunlight. Do not apply oils, waxes or polishes unless Modern Viking recommends them for that specific product.
Care for it well, and your horn can remain ready for feasts across generations. More than a drinking vessel, it can become a piece of your story worth passing down.
Free standard shipping is available on Australian orders over A$299. Shipping options and prices for all other orders are shown at checkout.
Your order will be carefully prepared, packed and sent from our NSW, Australia base. Once it is on the way, we’ll email your tracking details so you can follow its journey.
Adding personalisation? Please allow us a little extra time to prepare and engrave your order with care. Express shipping speeds up delivery after dispatch but does not shorten preparation time.
Changed your mind? Most unused, non-personalised products can be returned within 30 days of receiving your order.
Items must be unused, unworn, unwashed and returned in their original condition and packaging. Please contact us before sending anything back so we can confirm eligibility and provide return instructions.
Personalised and custom-made products cannot be returned for change of mind once work has begun. This does not affect your rights if an item is faulty, damaged or different from what you ordered.