🍷 “Yamas” — The First Cheers in History

Across the Mediterranean, a toast is more than a gesture — it’s a ritual of connection.
Before Salute, Şerefe, or Cin Cin ever filled the air, the Greeks were already raising their cups to one another with the word “Yamas”, meaning “to our health”

A Tradition Born in Ancient Greece

The origins of cheers reach back to ancient symposiums — elegant gatherings where philosophy, poetry, and wine flowed side by side.
Hosts would fill each guest’s cup, raise their own, and drink together as a sign of trust and unity. To share a drink was to share goodwill — a symbol that the wine was pure, the company sincere, and friendship alive.

From those candlelit feasts to today’s seaside aperitivos, the spirit of Yamas has never faded.
Every time glasses touch, the sound carries the same meaning: may we enjoy this moment, and each other.

Casa Mediterra Note

At Casa Mediterra, we believe every pour is an invitation — to slow down, savour, and connect.

So the next time you raise your glass, remember: a simple “Yamas” carries thousands of years of Mediterranean tradition, and a timeless wish for health, joy, and togetherness.