What Glass Should You Use for That Drink?
The right glass can really bring out the best in your drink. It’s not just about looks—glass shapes are designed to enhance aroma, flavor, and even texture. Whether it’s a cocktail, a glass of wine, or a simple spirit, using the right glass can make a noticeable difference. From wide bowls that help wines breathe to slim flutes that keep bubbles fresh, each glass has a purpose. Check out our guide to find the perfect glass for your favorite drinks and enjoy every sip to the fullest.
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Wine Glasses
Red Wine Glasses
Red wines are best enjoyed in glasses with wide bowls and large openings. The spacious shape allows the wine to breathe, helping complex flavors soften and develop. Swirling is easier in a wide bowl, encouraging oxidation and evaporation—two processes that enhance aroma and taste. The broader rim also lets your nose fully take in the wine’s bouquet, enriching the overall drinking experience.
White Wine Glasses
Typically narrower than red wine glasses, white wine glasses are designed to preserve delicate, fruity notes by limiting exposure to air. Their smaller surface area slows oxidation, while the long stem helps keep the wine cool by preventing your hand from warming the bowl. This design is ideal for maintaining the crisp, fresh qualities of white wine.
Stemless Wine Glasses
Best suited for red wines served at room temperature, stemless wine glasses offer a modern, practical alternative. However, they’re less ideal for white or rosé, as holding the bowl can warm the wine too quickly. Despite this, their versatility makes them a popular choice—they’re easy to store and work well for water, soft drinks, and casual settings.
Tempa - Selena Stemless Glass
Casa Domani - Wine Glasses
Eucalyptus Bloom Wine Glasses
Cocktail Glasses
From fizzy and fruity drinks with ice and garnishes to short digestifs with just a little twist, cocktails or mocktails are typically served in a few different shaped glasses. The types of cocktail glasses you choose will depend on the cocktail you’re making, from the spirits you’re using to the amount of ice and garnishes you want to include.
Martini glasses
Martini Glasses, have a conical silhouette with a wide rim and stem, allowing the nose of the drinker to get close to the surface of the liquid and enjoy the aromas and taste that are often associated with intricately made cocktails. Traditionally, a martini glass holds around 3 to 6 ounces and is used to serve cocktails without ice.
Highball glasses & Collins glasses
A highball glass is a cylindrical glass tumbler that may have a slight taper. Although ‘highball glass’ and ‘Collins glass’ are used interchangeably, the Collins glass tends to be marginally taller and narrower than highballs. Both glasses are primarily used to serve drinks that have a high quantity of non-alcoholic mixer and are almost always used for serving drinks on the rocks.
Rocks glasses
A rocks glass, tumbler or lowball glass is a shorter sister to the highball glass. There are two types of rocks glasses: a single, smaller size that holds between 6 to 8 ounces of liquid and a double size that has a wider silhouette and can hold up to twice the amount of a single rocks glass. Tumblers can be used as all types of drinking glasses for all manner of drinks whether they be neat, on the rocks or chilled.
GIN GLASSES
With the wide variety of gin styles available, it’s no surprise that there are several types of gin glasses to match. The most popular choice is the copa de balón glass, known for its large, rounded bowl that allows plenty of room for ice, garnishes, and the release of botanical aromas. Its shape enhances both flavor and presentation, making it ideal for a classic gin and tonic. Other options, such as highball or goblet-style glasses, also work well depending on your serve and personal preference.
Champagne Flutes
Tall and slender, champagne flutes are designed to preserve the delicate bubbles of sparkling wines like Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava. Their narrow shape minimizes surface area, helping to retain carbonation and concentrate aromas. The long stem also prevents heat from your hand warming the drink, keeping it crisp and refreshing. Typically holding 6 to 7 ounces, flutes are ideal not only for sparkling wine but also for festive cocktails or even chilled water when presentation matters.
Tumblers
Tumbler glasses are a versatile addition to any glassware collection, available in a variety of shapes and sizes. Known for their sturdy, flat base and straight sides, they’re well-suited for a wide range of drinks—from spirits and cocktails to water and soft drinks. Their solid structure also makes them ideal for recipes that involve muddling ingredients directly in the glass.
What Glass Do You Drink Whiskey From?
For whiskey served neat or on the rocks, a short tumbler—often referred to as a lowball or rocks glass—is the preferred choice. Look for one with a wide opening, which allows the aromas of the spirit to develop and be fully appreciated. This enhances the drinking experience by engaging both taste and smell.
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