Glasses
Which glass should you use for which drinks? What is the difference and how do you recognize them?
Every cocktail has its glass. This is not an exact science, and it is not uncommon to be served the same cocktail in different glasses. The choice of glass is made according to your preferences, but it is nevertheless essential to follow these few tips: The choice of a glass is first and foremost based on the capacity needed for the cocktail. A small capacity and a low glass are chosen for spirits served neat, and a large capacity for "long drinks". Glasses with a stem help keep a drink cool, as their shape and capacity generally do not allow ice to be added. Tall glasses, such as the tumbler, allow ice cubes to be stacked on top of one another to keep a consistent chill. Used for mixed drinks, also known as "long drinks", which are drunk through a straw. Glasses with a flared shape do not retain aromas, unlike round shapes. The Tumbler glass (20cl - 25cl) The tumbler is a tall glass used to serve "long drink" beverages. It is generally used for cocktails of around 15cl that require a lot of ice. Its shape allows ice cubes to be stacked to keep a consistent chill. Also called: Highball, collins*, chimney* (*more elongated, narrower variant) The martini glass (10cl - 12cl) V-shaped and stemmed, it helps keep drinks cool. You will also find martini glasses with a stem; however, these glasses have a very thick base to keep drinks cold. The cocktail glass (7cl -10cl) It is simply a martini glass, but more flared and with a smaller capacity of 7cl to 10cl. Its shape keeps the ingredients well mixed and its stem keeps the drink nicely chilled. The old-fashioned glass (15cl - 33cl) Low glass with a thick base. It is used for "short-drink" beverages, strong spirits often accompanied by one or two ice cubes. Also called: whiskey glass, lowball The stemmed glass (15cl - 25cl) Like a wine glass or water glass, it varies in size. It is widely used for fruity cocktails without ice. Not to be confused with the coupe or flute, which are much narrower. Also called: balloon glass, wine glass The tulip glass (15cl - 25cl) This elegant glass is nothing more than a stemmed glass distinguished by its tulip shape. It will add a certain touch of class to your cocktails. Also called: Hurricane The tasting glass (45cl) Its very wide, round shape helps retain and release aromas. In some cases it has a very short stem, but it is not uncommon to find it with a flat thick base or a long stem. Also called: snifter, cognac glass, brandy glass, fishbowl glass The shot glass (5cl -10cl) Small-capacity glass, from 5cl to 10cl, with a thick base. It is used for short drinks to be downed in one go, or very strong spirits such as eau-de-vie. Always use a thick shot glass for shaken cocktails. Also called: shooter The margarita glass (25cl) This iconic glass is mainly used for margaritas or daiquiris. Its shape is optimized for frosting the rim of the glass, and its tall stem helps keep the drink cool. Also called: coupette The mojito glass (25cl - 33cl) Thick, very rustic glass. Its thick glass makes it possible to muddle ingredients directly in the glass and keep it cool by filling it with ice. The pilsner (25cl - 50cl) The pilsner is a tall beer glass, very often used for fruity smoothie-style cocktails drunk through a straw. It is sometimes found on a small stem. Also called: beer glass The mug (33cl - 50cl) A legendary beer glass, wide and fitted with a handle. It is also used for coffee-based cocktails such as Irish Coffee. Also called: Irish coffee glass The coupe (16cl) This champagne glass looks like the cocktail glass, except that it does not have a V shape. Its shape is suited to frosting. The flute (16cl) The classic champagne glass. Its shape helps retain bubbles and thus keep the drink sparkling.