What is claret jug trophies?

Claret jug trophies are traditional silver trophies that are awarded to the winner of the Open Championship, one of the four major golf tournaments held every year. The claret jug is named after the type of wine that was traditionally served in it, and is considered one of the most prestigious trophies in all of golf.

The claret jug trophy is designed in the style of a wine pitcher, with a wide, flared lip and a narrow base. The original claret jug was created in 1873 by Mackay Cunningham & Company of Edinburgh, Scotland, and has since become one of the most recognizable trophies in all of sports.

Each year, the winner of the Open Championship is presented with a replica of the claret jug trophy, which he keeps for a year before returning it to the tournament organizers. The original trophy is kept on display at the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews in Scotland.