Glassware, Part 2

So, now you've got basic glassware for your bar. (If not, go back and read Part 1!) Ready to be a bit more adventurous? Or maybe you are just tired of tall and short glasses? Here are some typical glasses that you will be able to use frequently:

• Cocktail glass (also called a martini glass)
• Irish coffee glass (ideal for any hot drink!)
• Hurricane glass (this curvy glass is perfect for fruity, frozen cocktails)
• Champagne flute (this might initially seem less of a practical purchase, perhaps, but the flute is designed for functionality: it shows off the drink, concentrates the aroma, and preserves the bubbles.)
• Shot glass (some might argue that this is a measuring tool, but they've obviously never attended a bachelorette party. Hmm. Maybe you should think about a double shot.)

As far as quantities, you can never go wrong with four of each glass. For the very specific glassware, see the final installment, Glassware, Part 3.

(originally posted March 18, 2012)