The Windy City Meets the Vatican: This Pope Leo’s MALÖRT Holy Water Shirt Celebrates Pope Leo XIV with Classic Chicago Sass. Only in Chicago could a pope be celebrated with a shirt that mixes Catholic iconography with Malört—the city’s most notoriously bitter liqueur. But when a local son becomes the first American pope in history, you honor him the Chicago way: with civic pride, religious reverence, and a strong shot of humor.
Pope Leo XIV Inspires this Unique Pope Leo’s MALÖRT Holy Water Shirt with Local Flavor
Meet the Pope Leo’s MALÖRT Holy Water Shirt, a hilarious and heartfelt tribute to Chicago native Cardinal Robert Prevost, now known to the world as Pope Leo XIV. Elected on May 8, 2025, the 69-year-old West Side native has gone from neighborhood parish to the papal throne—bringing a splash of Windy City swagger to the Vatican.

This design doesn’t hold back. At the top is a stylized crest inspired by the Chicago city flag, complete with its iconic blue bars and red six-pointed stars. Underneath, in gloriously dramatic gothic lettering, it reads: “Pope Leo’s MALÖRT HOLY WATER.” It’s reverent. It’s ridiculous. It’s totally Chicago.
If you’ve ever toasted a Sox win with a shot of Malört, or yelled at traffic on the Dan Ryan, this Pope Leo’s MALÖRT Holy Water Shirt is for you. It’s not every day that a Chicagoan becomes pope. And it’s definitely not every day that a papal tribute gets paired with one of the most infamous drinks our city has to offer. But then again, this is Chicago—where grit, faith, and humor come in equal measure.
So raise your glass, and wear your pride. Pope Leo XIV might live in Rome now, but this Pope Leo’s MALÖRT Holy Water Shirt proves he’ll always be one of us.
Pope Leo’s MALÖRT Holy Water Shirt Details:
- Unisex T-Shirt: 5.3-ounce, 100% cotton; 99/1 cotton/poly (Ash); 90/10 cotton/poly (Sport Grey); 50/50 cotton/poly (Dark Heather).
- Ladies T-Shirt: 5.3oz, 100% preshrunk cotton; 99/1 cotton/poly (Ash); 90/10 cotton/poly (Sport Grey); 50/50 cotton/poly (Dark Heather).
- Ladies Ideal Racerback Tank: 4 oz, 60% combed ring-spun cotton/40% polyester jersey; Fitted Style; We suggest sizing up.
- Men Tank Top: 5.3 oz., 100% USA cotton; Made with sustainably & fairly grown USA cotton;
- Pullover Hoodie: 8 oz, 50/50 cotton/poly (Fabric composition may vary by color); Two-ply hood with grommets, dyed-to-match drawcord & low-pill fleece;
- Crewneck Pullover Sweatshirt: 8 oz, 50/50 cotton/poly; Air jet yarn for a softer feel and no pilling.
- Long Sleeve Ultra Cotton T-Shirt: 5.3 oz., 100% USA cotton; 99/1 cotton/poly (Ash); 90/10 cotton/poly (Sport Grey); Seamless rib at neck; Taped shoulder-to-shoulder, Ribbed cuffs.
- Brand: Allbluetees