Cocktail Glasses
Choosing the right cocktail glass
Cocktails can be served in many different styles of glassware, and the best choice depends on the drink, the amount of ice and the way you want to present it. You do not need a separate glass for every cocktail recipe. A small selection of versatile shapes can cover many different serves and makes a practical starting point for a home bar.
A coupe glass has a wide, shallow bowl on a stem and works particularly well for classic cocktails served without large amounts of ice. A lowball glass has a shorter, wider shape with room for ice cubes, making it a useful choice for shorter cocktails, spirits and drinks served on the rocks.
Glasses for G&Ts and drinks over ice
For a gin and tonic, a roomy Copa/GT glass provides space for gin, tonic, plenty of ice and garnish. A wider glass can also be useful when you want extra room for ice and ingredients, while smaller glasses such as shooters are suited to much shorter serves.
Rather than following strict rules, choose your cocktail glass according to the drink and the serving experience you want to create. Combining a few different shapes gives you flexibility for everyday drinks as well as cocktails served for guests.
Complete your home bar
Glassware is only part of the cocktail setup. Explore our bar equipment for tools to mix, stir and serve drinks at home, and add glass coasters when setting the table.
The glasses are part of our ROCKS collection, which brings together glassware and accessories for the home bar. You can also explore our full cocktail collection for more ways to prepare and serve your favourite drinks.
Which glasses are used for cocktails?
It depends on the cocktail and how it is served. Coupe glasses work well for many classic cocktails without much ice, while lowball glasses suit shorter drinks and cocktails served over ice.
What glass is best for a gin and tonic?
A roomy Copa/GT glass is a good choice for gin and tonic because it provides space for gin, tonic, plenty of ice and garnish.
What is a coupe glass?
A coupe glass is a stemmed glass with a wide, relatively shallow bowl. It is commonly used for classic cocktails served without large amounts of ice.
What is a lowball glass used for?
A lowball glass is a short, wide glass that is well suited to shorter cocktails, spirits and drinks served over ice.
Do you need a different glass for every cocktail?
No. Many cocktail glasses are versatile enough for several different drinks. Combining a few complementary shapes can cover a wide range of cocktails and serving occasions.