With a curved silhouette and an elongated lip, these glasses are a top choice for bartenders, as the liquid is less likely to spill in the glass. They're also machine-made, which means they're inexpensive, and you can see a slight seam, but they're still good quality. During at-home testing, we discovered that this glass was quite large for a single martini. At more than 11 ounces of capacity, you could realistically fit a double in there. If you're a fan of a full serving of olives in your glass, the larger capacity of this glass allows for a full bounty of brine and olive. The extra-large feel of the glass might not be a bonus for you if you like a drink that hews more closely to traditional volumes. Built to withstand any accidents, JoyJolt’s stemless martini glasses are crafted from durable, dishwasher-safe, lead-free crystal. The two octagonal glasses have a unique, off-base design with an ergonomically curved edge, so they will nestle comfortably in your hand. Plus, the angular design is a bit of a conversation starter.

Kate Dingwall is an experienced wine and spirits writer with a concerningly large glassware collection. She loves a Gibson martini.We loved the durability of these glasses and the fact that they're dishwasher safe, too. And the glass is small enough that garnishes perch perfectly on the edge.

Most martini glasses are made from glass or crystal. Plastic stemware is not ideal for martinis. Glass martini glasses are more common and usually less expensive. Crystal can be spun very thin, which makes for stemware with an elegant and luxurious look and feel — a thin edge can also make the spirit’s subtle flavors easier to notice. These 8-ounce glasses also come in an embossed box, making them perfect for gifting to the martini lover in your life who appreciates a stemless glass. But for the purist, the design of this is a bit too unorthodox. As you can probably guess, the most common material for a martini glass is, err, glass. There are many different formulations that vary in strength and price, however, so not every type of glass is the same. And then there's crystal, a special form of glass made with added minerals that give it extra strength and sparkle. While crystal is pricier than regular glass, it’s sturdier and will last longer. Other martini "glasses" can be made of more unusual materials like plastic, steel, or ceramic. Your martini should be filled to cover 85 to 95% of the glass. This will ensure the glass is full but will also allow room for the inevitable sloshing and occasional spilling. In keeping with the old-school coupe shape, these glasses are quite small, holding just over 4 ounces each. That's enough volume for a decent-sized martini, but instead of making a double, you're going to have to mix a second when you finish the first.The innovative Highball Glass of the functional glass collection Riedel Bar is specially made for the standard ice cube as well as the large format ice. Kate Dingwallis a freelance writer whose work focuses on food, drinks, and travel. She is based in Toronto and holds a Wine & Spirits Education Trust Level III qualification. She loves a good martini. The innovative tumbler of the functional glass collection Riedel Bar is specially made for the standard ice cube as well as the large format ice. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items.

Our at-home tester noted that while testing this nearly 8-ounce glass with a traditional martini recipe, it looked a little sparse with just 4 ounces in it. (But perhaps you need an excuse to make a double martini!) While testing, the glass felt luxurious in the hand—the extra-long stem felt akin to a Zalto wine glass. Our tester found this coupe, designed by renowned bartender Rémy Savage, to be a showstopper and like something out of a "Mad Men" scene. It's truly an elegant, celebratory glass that feels like it's made for a special occasion. Audrey Saunders, a protégé of DeGroff, spread the glass to other bars, and it became a key part of the glassware at her own bar, Pegu Club in New York City. Saunders served classic martinis in the glass, attempting to break preconceptions that larger drinks are better. Other bars followed her lead, including Please Don't Tell and Death & Co., both in the East Village in Manhattan. [1]Use of the glass became widespread beginning in the late 1980s, when bartender Dale DeGroff had several made for the Rainbow Room restaurant in New York City. The design was found in a 1930s catalog under the name "Little Martini"; DeGroff was looking for a small, delicate glass to counter the large conical martini glasses popular at the time. DeGroff's protégé Audrey Saunders spread the use of the glass to other bars in subsequent years. In the present day, the glass is found in numerous manufacturer catalogs and in upscale bars across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. There are two ways: First, keep a martini glass in your fridge. Alternatively, while you’re building your martini in a shaker or mixing tin, fill your martini glass with ice to chill it.