{"product_id":"vintage-tom-jerry-drink-13-gold-bowl-cups","title":"Vintage Tom \u0026 Jerry Drink 13\" Gold Bowl \u0026 Cups","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003eElevate your gathering with this distinguished and timeless \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Tom \u0026amp; Jerry Drink 13\" Gold Punch Bowl \u0026amp; 7 cups.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term Tom \u0026amp; Jerry refers not to the lovable cartoon cat and mouse, but to a traditional holiday drink - a rich, frothy eggnog beverage made with eggs, sugar, milk or cream, and often warmed and spiced with nutmeg, rum, or brandy. It rose to popularity in 19th- and early 20th-century America, as a festive, convivial drink. This ceramic punch set of bowl \u0026amp; mugs was designed to serve that very drink. The large bowl holds the warm, aromatic mixture, and the individual mugs make for easy and elegant serving. Beyond holiday use, the pieces lend themselves beautifully to warm punches, mulled cider, or simply as decorative collectibles, a perfect blend of form, function, and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular quintessential piece of mid-century Americana has a refined spirit. This ivory vessel features a broad, beautifully contoured bowl, with a delicate gold rim. The exterior is quietly distinguished by “Tom \u0026amp; Jerry” rendered in classic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gold lettering. Stamped on the bottom is its heritage mark, albeit faint. This bowl evokes the quiet sophistication of a countryside lodge or a heritage club, perfect for serving warm holiday eggnog or classic punch. Ideal for collectors with an eye for history, or for those who appreciate a graceful, storied piece that complements an elegant, lived-in home. The 7 cups are not original to the bowl but are similar design - 4 from Germany a bit whiter than the 3 others. The set is perfect for festivities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003eDive into the lore and listen to the WBEZ episode \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wbez.org\/curious-city\/2024\/12\/11\/why-is-the-tom-and-jerry-a-midwest-holiday-tradition\"\u003e\"Why is the Tom and Jerry a Midwest holiday tradition?\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GEORGE \u0026 FRED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52022716793013,"sku":"GF75","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0668\/4609\/7589\/files\/IMG_8505.heic?v=1794163459","url":"https:\/\/georgeandfred.com\/products\/vintage-tom-jerry-drink-13-gold-bowl-cups","provider":"George \u0026 Fred","version":"1.0","type":"link"}