The glass is approximately 1 yard (91.4 cm) long, shaped with a bulb at the bottom, and a widening shaft, which constitutes most of the height.
[4] The glass is approximately 1 yard (36 in; 91 cm), shaped with a bulb at the bottom and a widening shaft, which constitutes most of the height.
John Evelyn records in his Diary the formal yet festive drinking of a yard of ale toast to James II at Bromley in Kent (now southeast London), 1685.
Drinking a yard glass full of beer is a traditional pub game in the UK.
[7] In New Zealand, where it is referred to as a "yardie", drinking a yard glass full of beer is traditionally performed at a 21st birthday by the celebrated person.