There were thirty-eight people seeking induction. Among them was the new restaurateur of Restaurant Duus Vinkjælder, David Olsen, accompanied by his wife. In addition, several guests attended, so the cellar was completely full.

The chief bencher warmly welcomed the large gathering, who were then introduced to the world of Christian the Fourth’s Guild. They were presented with some of the distinguished figures they now joined as fellow members, including Queen Margrethe II, King Frederik, and Prince Joachim, among others. The Guild’s benchers were also introduced, and the Guild’s historical expert provided insight into the Guild’s history.

The new brothers and sisters were then called to the high table and presented with the conditions of membership — which they all accepted. Afterwards, the newly inducted were sent on a walk through old and new Aalborg, ending at the secret entrance, where they had the chance to evaluate their newly issued keys, which fit perfectly.

Back in the cellar, the chief bencher welcomed them once again as new brothers and sisters and offered them the ancient Danish drink, mead.

Following the tour, Christian the Fourth’s Guild served its traditional Gala Lunch of sausages and bread, and the atmosphere grew even livelier when the participants were introduced to the so-called “potato juice.”

Songs from the Guild’s songbook were sung, guided with great spirit by the Guild’s troubadours, who kept the entertainment joyful. As all good things must come to an end, time passed quickly, and the benchers bid farewell to the company, while conversations happily continued afterwards.