Wonderful Celtic Rituals Sharing of wine from the chalice Luvin Cup Photography courtesy of Mike Stephens

The sharing of mead, or whiskey (if Irish) or whisky (if Scottish)) from the quaiff is an ancient ritual. It represents two things: Firstly it is the couples first opportunity to share as husband and wife and.... Secondly, it is their first opportunity to toast each other on the joy of the wonderful occasion.