When I was a younger boozer I didn't know the difference from a beer stein to a champagne coupe but you better believe I do now. I started with learning about different types of wine glasses and which ones to use for which color of wine, and yes, it does matter. Then I wanted to look cooler drinking beer, so I studied and learned about which beer glasses to use and on which occasions. But you really only need these 3 cocktail glasses to look like you have it all together.
Stemmed Glasses :: You want to reach for a stemmed glass when making a spirit-forward drink served chilled and without ice (also known as “up”). Drinks like martinis, cosmos, and Manhattans. Since there’s no ice to keep the temperatures down, the ultimate goal is keeping your drink cold—and the body heat from your fingers is the enemy.
Tall Stemless Glasses :: If you’re serving a mixed drink or cocktail with ice, you should opt for a tall, stemless glass. The height makes it perfect for larger-volume drinks. And because there’s ice in the glass, you don’t need to worry as much about warming the drink up with your fingers.
Short Stemless Glasses :: If stemmed glasses are for spirit-forward drinks served up, short stemless glasses are best for spirit-forward drinks served neat or on the rocks. Neither require special handling—since they either keep themselves cold or are meant to be enjoyed at room temperature.
Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Home Goods and all the big box stores after or around the holidays are my favorite places to get really nice cocktails at great prices. Although, I do actually own a Tiffany's crystal beer glass. I bought it for my husband for Valentines day one year after we had just been there around NYE. It's still in its perfect Tiffany blue box! Now go forth my love and impress your friends with your knowledge of drinkware.
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