Bormioli Rocco Bodega Collection Glassware – Set of 12 Maxi 17 Ounce Drinking Glasses for Water, Beverages & Cocktails – 17oz Clear Tempered Glass Tumblers, Transparent,710880MP5021990

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No bar would be complete without wine glasses. But since there are so many varieties, it can be hard to identify the wine glasses you actually need. Hop Culture Weird Fishes Tumbler– The Rastal Harmony Tumbler is technically a wine glass, but we love it for bright, vibrant sours and farmhouse ales. The curved walls and slightly smaller mouth result in concentrated aromatics. So you can savor the fruit acidity of a kettle sour or the oak characteristics of a barrel-aged stout. Choose from one of the more stylish designs below. I bought these glasses over 6 years ago for the simple design and their delicate, lightweight appearance. They still look beautiful with no etching or scratches (we use biokleen dish detergent). While the Highball glass doesn’t have the aroma directing or temperature controlling superpowers as other glasses on this list, they’re so versatile that they’re a necessity for your bar. Perfect for…

While Margaritas can be served in just about any glass, the traditional Margarita glass has a large, round bowl with a board rim. If, on the other hand, you live in the kind of household where the treatment of your glassware violates the terms of the Geneva Convention, then these are the glasses for you. I would like to say that we are this latter kind of household, though I’m not actually sure if anybody else in the house contributes to the regular shattering of water and wine glasses, or if I have accomplished that all by myself. Suffice it to say that by the end of last summer, I was staring at the usual mishmash of mismatched glasses that results from me purchasing and smashing several different sets of glasses, mostly from IKEA and Target, over the course of several years. This shape directs complex aromas to the drinker’s nose and the short stem encourages heat transfer–making it perfect for brandy, whiskey, and bourbon since these drinks are often served neat and at room temperature. Perfect for…Often associated with brandy, the Snifter glass has a short stem and wide bowl that narrows as it approaches the rim. Hoof Hearted Coffee Glass Mug–“Glass and coffee” doesn’t really have the same ring to it as “coffee and cigarettes” or “coffee and donuts”. But we’ve seen a few of these glass versions pop up over the past year. Think of these mugs as melding the best of the beer and coffee worlds. And Bent Paddle Brewing Co. in Duluth, MN also adds nods to its Northern Minnesota terroir with a MiiR Camp Mug full of trees, lakes, and clouds. This tall, curvy glass has a short stem and large bowl–making it perfect for relaxation because it holds a lot of liquid.

Halfway Crooks Pilsner Glass– As we’ve said many times we believe this is the year of the lager. And one of our favorites is the humble pilsner. We’d gladly drink through thirty pilsners to find the best of the best ( oh wait, we already did). Moomin Glass Cup– Previous Hop Culture Managing Editor (and golden boy) John A. Paradiso discovered this line of Moomin glassware and immediately fell in love. Using original illustrations from Tove Jansson, the whimsical, delightful glasses can double as a decorative element holding a candle or tealight. Perfect for juice, iced tea, kombucha, or a floral beer, add the Moomin cups to your collection. White wine glasses usually have a shorter stem and bowl than red wine glasses because white wine has a lighter flavor profile.

So, if you want to be technical, there are probably 50+ different types of glasses. Not just the 15 on this list. It usually holds no more than 4 ounces, allowing a smaller serving of liquor to look like a full glass. It doesn't slosh its contents onto the floor as easily as a Martini does. And it displays those clever garnishes oh-so-cleverly. I highly recommend these glasses to anyone who is clumsy or has children, or God forbid (as in the case of our home) both. These are the glasses that can solve the mismatched glassware nightmare once and for all. Libbey Polaris 8-Piece Tumbler Set: With a simple but elegant design, these glasses had a lot going for them—save for the curved bases and very tall height (6.25 inches, the tallest of the lineup), which made them feel tippy. But many other breweries are partnering with local artisans and crafters to bring you the perfect vessel for your morning brew.