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WHICH GLASS, WHICH DRINK...

 

High ball glasses

These are your go-tos for tall drinks like Tom Collins, Mojitos or just a simple G&T.

 

Rocks glasses

Otherwise known as low ball or Old Fashioned glasses. These short tumblers will probably be the most hard-working glasses in your collection. Use them for Negronis, White Russians and straight spirits such as whiskies. 

 

Stemmed cocktail glasses

From the curvaceous coupe to the Y-shaped martini glass, a stemmed glass is essential for cocktails that are 'served up' (in other words, without ice in the glass). Holding the glass by the stem rather than the bowl means the doesn’t get too warm too quickly.  

 

Coupes and flutes

Some people prefer to drink their champagne from a classic flute, the idea being that the smaller surface area at the top means it takes longer for the drink to go flat.

 

Liqueur or cordial glasses

These small glasses have a stem and are used for serving cordials or liqueurs, in other words sweetened or distilled drinks such as amaretto, sloe gin, Irish creams like Bailey’s or orange liqueurs like Cointreau.

 

Shot glasses

Small, simple no-nonsense glasses for shots like vodka or tequila. 

 

Brandy glasses or snifters

With a large bowl, a traditional balloon-shaped brandy glass allows you to warm the liquid in your hand which enhances its flavour and aroma.

 

Port and sherry glasses

Generally these are smaller stemmed curved glasses with a narrow rim, designed to concentrate the rich flavour of fortified wines. 

 

AccessorieS...

Jigger

There are several different types of jigger (or measure) out there but do make sure you use one. Proper proportions are key to a beautifully mixed cocktail.

 

Cocktail shaker 

Three-piece shakers are great, but a good Boston shaker, which consists of a glass and a tin is our preference. You’ll need a Hawthorne strainer if you’re using one of these (also essential if you’re using a mixing glass for a stirred drink).

We have a limited number of Boston shaker starter kits here.

 

Mixing jug/glass

Not all cocktails need to be shaken so a mixing jug or glass is essential for cooling ingredients in ice or muddling botanicals. Choose one with straight sides for ease of stirring.

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Strainer

Essential for straining drinks from mixing jugs or Boston shaker. No-one wants mint leaves all over their teeth from their Mojito.

 

Long-handled spoon

Essential for stirring. See, it's not rocket science.

 

Knife and a chopping board 

For cutting fruit and preparing garnishes.

 

Peeler 

For making decorative twists from citrus skin.

 

Juicer

Lots of cocktail recipes call for citrus juice. We’ve found that a good old-fashioned glass squeezer works brilliantly. 

 

Cocktail sticks/picks

For spearing garnishes such as olives, silverskin onions and cherries.

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Muddler

For crushing and 'muddling' botanicals to release their flavour.

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Ice bucket and tongs

Not essential but a lovely addition to your home bar.