Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle walk into a bar — and they brought the bourbon. This is one of the most distinctive decanters in the Jim Beam figural collection: a Grecian wine jug shape in deep cobalt blue milk glass, decorated in white enamel with portraits of the three greatest Greek philosophers, separated by a classical Greek Key border. The original blue foil neck label reads "World's Finest Bourbon, BEAM, Grecian" and the back paper label with full bourbon details is still intact. The stopper is white milk glass, beautifully weighted. At 13.5 inches tall, this is a genuine presence on any bar shelf or study bookcase — equally at home next to the bourbon as next to the books. A wonderful gift for the dad who loves history, philosophy, or simply a decanter that sparks conversation. Socrates (469–399 BCE) is credited as one of the founders of Western philosophy. His most famous student, Plato (428–348 BCE), would go on to teach Aristotle (384–322 BCE), who in turn tutored Alexander the Great. Through that chain of teacher and student, Greek philosophy spread across the known world — and its influence on Western thought has never stopped. Jim Beam has been producing Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey since 1795, making it one of the oldest and most storied distilleries in America. Their figural decanter series, produced primarily through Regal China of Chicago, ran from the 1950s through the 1980s and is now highly collectible.
Brand: Jim Beam / Regal China Vintage: 1961 Dimensions: 13.5" tall (with stopper) | approx. 3.0" diameter Material: Cobalt blue milk glass Condition: Very good vintage condition. No chips or scratches. Minor staining and a tear on the back label consistent with age. Cork shows some wear. Please review all photos carefully — we cannot accept returns.
