The authentic medieval clay beaker is shaped using traditional hand-building techniques, such as coil or coil building, or by throwing on the potter's wheel. To ensure a historically accurate appearance and robustness, coarse-textured clays are often used, which are fired at high temperatures after shaping. Techniques such as smoothing with a drawknife, filling seams with slip, and optionally polishing the leather-hard surface give the beaker its characteristic texture and stability for everyday use.