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Every cocktail has its own glass
You have probably noticed that every cocktail is served in a different type of glass. But have you ever wondered why there are so many shapes and styles of cocktail glasses? The answer is simple: each glass is designed to enhance aromas, temperature, texture, and presentation of the drink.

Let’s take a closer look at the main ones.

One of the most iconic is the Martini glass, used for “short” mixed cocktails served without ice. It is elegant and instantly recognizable, perfect for dry and refined drinks.

There is also the double Martini glass, designed for short drinks that include fresh ingredients such as squeezed citrus, offering a slightly larger capacity.

For Dark Drinks and Sparkling cocktails, the Champagne coupe is commonly used, ideal for enhancing freshness and effervescence.

When it comes to cocktails with crushed ice and sugar-rimmed glasses, the preferred choice is the goblet, a wide and generous glass that highlights this type of preparation.

Among the most versatile glasses are the tumblers, cylindrical and slightly rounded in shape. Depending on their size, they can be used for spirits on the rocks, medium-length cocktails, or long drinks.

We also have the flûte, perfect for sparkling-based cocktails and fruit additions, thanks to its tall and narrow shape that helps preserve bubbles longer.

Finally, the fantasy long drink glass, ideal for very long cocktails with lots of ice and often fruit-based, where presentation plays a key role.