Whether you’re entertaining guests at home or just serving yourself a drink, having the perfect glass for your beverage of choice is a must. Serving your drinks in the correct glass is about so much more than just making them look attractive, although that is a welcome bonus! Choosing the right glass for your beverages actually enhances your drinking experience to ensure that you get to enjoy the full flavour in every sip.
When it comes matching the right glass with your chosen drink, things can get a little complicated. But don’t worry; you don’t need to be an experienced bartender or expert sommelier to know which glass to use. It may seem like there are endless amounts of glasses to choose from, but we’ve put together this handy guide, so you can choose the perfect glass every time.
Wine Glasses
When it comes to wine glasses, choosing the right glass is a lot more complicated than simply selecting either a red or white wine glass. There are so many options available for all different varieties of wine. For example, the Pure & Simple Burgundy Glasses
feature an oversized bowl shape to help amplify the flavour of your favourite Burgundy.
The Bormioli Rocco Premium #2 Sauvignon Glasses
have been specially created in collaboration with the Italian Association of Sommeliers to provide a shape that enhances the bouquet of aromatic varieties of white wine, such as Sauvignon.
If you would like to enjoy all the benefits of a wine glass designed specifically for your favourite grapes but with a unique design, a stemless glass is an excellent choice. Stemless glasses, such as the Pure & Simple Set of 4 Crystal Chardonnay Glasses
, will bring a contemporary twist to your drinkware.
Champagne Flutes
No celebration is complete without a glass of bubbly. But first, you need to pick the perfect glasses for your deliciously decadent drink. Champagne glasses are usually flutes with a tall and narrow design. Champagne flutes aren’t just for champagne. These elegant flutes are also the ideal choice for prosecco.
Champagne flutes, such as these Bormioli Rocco Champagne Glasses
, have a narrow design to help prevent the bubbles from escaping so that your champagne stays fizzy. These premium champagne flutes are produced in one piece using the latest technology, so they meet the exacting standards needed for high-quality wine tasting.
Traditionally, champagne flutes feature a long stem. However, if you like the idea of trying something a little different, you will love these Tarhong Montana Stemless Flute Glasses
. These stemless champagne flute glasses are made from plastic, so they’re perfect for entertaining guests outside.
Cocktail Glasses
Cocktails are a beverage choice that add some wow factor to any occasion. These stylish drinks often look seriously impressive, but creating the perfect cocktail starts by choosing the perfect glass.
The Martini glass is probably the most recognisable of all the cocktail glasses. Martini glasses, such as the Home Essentials Vivid S4 Martini Glasses
set, are designed with sloping sides so that the cocktail can be easily swirled to prevent the ingredients from separating. The angled sides are also perfectly positioned for resting the cocktail skewer of olives that martinis are famous for.
There’s one cocktail that breaks all the rules and isn’t even served in a glass. The Moscow Mule is traditionally served in a copper mug, such as these Godinger Classic Moscow Mule Mugs
. As well as looking seriously impressive, Moscow Mule mugs have a practical purpose. It’s believed the metal helps to keep the drink cool and that the copper enhances the flavours of this ginger beer and vodka-based cocktail.
Tumblers and Highballs
Tumblers are glasses that come in a variety of sizes and can be used for serving both soft drinks and spirits. Designs such as the Gibson Karissa Glass Tumbler Set are perfect for long drinks of all types and come in an attractive range of colours.
The Liiton Fuji Crystal Whiskey Glasses Set features a unique design that mimics Mount Fuji in Japan. The mountain-shaped bottom of the glass not only makes it look attractive but it’s also a practical feature. Simply put these crystalline glasses in the freezer, and when removed, the mountains will chill your whiskey in just 16 seconds without the need for ice. The peaks of the mountain also aerate drinks, including whiskey, tequila, bourbon, and scotch.
If you’re looking for a set of highball glasses guaranteed to impress your guests, the Godinger Group Jax Seafoam Highball Set is ideal for all types of tall alcoholic drinks that are served with ice and a large amount of mixer.