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The 4 Types of Cocktail Glasses You Actually Need (And 4 You Don’t)

John A. Paradiso — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 14:45:04 +0000

If you’re anything like me, there’s a good chance you have way too much glassware in your cabinets and on your bar cart. And while, sure, it can be fun to have a few novelty glassware options, every now and then it’s worth Marie Kondo-ing that shit and focusing on the essentials. There are four […]

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The History of the Teku Glass: The Best Glass For Your Beer

Ben Dahl — Fri, 21 May 2021 14:55:52 +0000

While we’re very much of the opinion that you should drink your beer–much like your whiskey–however the hell you damn well please, there are certain instances that call for an upgrade. We enjoy a Miller High Life or Old Style while we’re manning the grill, but serious tastings require serious glassware. That’s where the Teku […]

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STEAL: Get a Full Set of Waterford Crystal Iced Beverage Stemware for Half Off

Ben Dahl — Thu, 20 May 2021 14:24:30 +0000

When it comes to crystal glassware, there’s Waterford and everyone else because the brand’s multiple centuries of experience speaks for itself. Case in point–the Marquis by Waterford Markham 17oz set of four Iced Beverage Stemware pieces you see here. Normally reserved for the gift or wedding registry so someone else can pick up the tab, […]

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Stay Home: This 7-Piece Italian Decanter and Whiskey Glass Set Is a Steal at $29

Ben Dahl — Thu, 14 May 2020 15:15:51 +0000

Since we’re all stuck inside, we decided to do some digging to find useful products to help stay productive, occupied, entertained and fit while you Stay Home. Whether you’re serving dusty Wild Turkey, new Scotch or classic Buffalo Trace–any other whiskey, really-if you want to do it in style, you need a quality decanter to […]

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The Perfect Whiskey Glass

Ben Dahl — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 18:00:16 +0000

We enjoy whiskey. The same goes for whisky, scotch, bourbon, rye and any other derivative of what is most people’s favorite dark liquor. You’re probably at least passingly aware of the science that goes into your favorite spirit, but what about the science behind the perfect glass to enjoy it with? This Blasadh glass is […]

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The Norlan Whiskey Glass Black Edition

Mike Newman — Fri, 04 Jan 2019 15:40:52 +0000

We were big fans of the original Norlan Whiskey Glass thanks to its unique design that allowed you to pick up all those glorious barrel notes when you took a whiff. Now, two years later, the company is back with an updated version that’s clad in all black. The Norlan Glass VAILD Edition boasts the same […]

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Melted Whiskey Glasses

Mike Newman — Wed, 02 Jan 2019 22:00:08 +0000

No, you haven’t had too much bourbon; these whiskey glasses really do look like this. While the Melted Whiskey Glass looks like it was pulled out of the kiln a bit too early, it’s actually designed to give the appearance of motion and offer finger-friendly grooves. The unique design allows the tumblers to sit nicely […]

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The Handy Glass Is Made from Recycled Smartphone Screens

Mike Newman — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 14:23:28 +0000

Reusing and repurposing the things we’ve already made is paramount to the future of this planet. Normally, however, we think of the cardboard boxes and soda bottles we tossed in the blue bin when it comes to recycling. Pentatonic looked elsewhere. The brand’s new set of drinking glasses is made from old smartphone screens. Sold […]

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The 10 Best Scotch Glasses For That Single Malt

Mike Newman — Tue, 06 Mar 2018 15:02:55 +0000

Nothing goes down easier than a fine single malt after a long day. But your prized hooch deserves better than the glassware you use for milk and soda. Home bar or no home bar, you should own one set of good scotch glasses. If you already have some, consider these gift options for another scotch fanatic. Here are […]

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Felix Gray Eliminates the Harmful Effects of Staring at Your Computer

Mike Newman — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 15:15:58 +0000

We’re so tied to our computers that it’s impossible to imagine the world without them. But just because PCs aren’t going anywhere it doesn’t mean you need to put up with the eye pain, headaches, and poor sleep that come along with using them. That’s because Felix Gray makes non-prescription and reading eyewear carefully designed […]

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Seefarer’s Glasses Protect Your Eyes from Harmful Blue Light

Mike Newman — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 13:40:04 +0000

Modern life revolves around screens. Problem is, staring at your computer and your phone all day can lead to eye strain, headaches, and poor sleep. Fix all of that with a pair of Seefarer’s glasses. Since the proprietary lens technology filters out harmful blue light, your eyes will be left rested, refreshed, and comfortable after a […]

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Glassblower Ben Slanted Bar Glasses

Dillon McLaughlin — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 14:00:16 +0000

There’s a lot of talk around here about cocktails and sipping whiskey, and if you’re already talking about your drinks, you might as well put them in a noteworthy glass. The Slanted Bar Glass is a new angle on the traditional bar glass. A 45° angle to be precise. And let’s address the most obvious […]

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These Glasses Have a Tiny Camel’s Peak at the Bottom

Dillon McLaughlin — Tue, 14 Mar 2017 16:30:13 +0000

No doubt you’re familiar with our Matterhorn Glasses. They’re one of our better sellers; unique without destroying the reliable shape of a whiskey glass (because glass technology has come about as far as it needs to). Other companies seem to have picked up on the success of the glass though, and North Drinkware has released a […]

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These Stump Glasses are Made from an Oak Branch Mold

Mike Newman — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 14:30:32 +0000

We’ve seen drinkware made from actual wood before and thought, “Huh, that looks cool, but there’s no way I’m ever drinking out of it.” Stump Glasses are a better solution. The glasses in the cocktail set—two tumblers and a larger cocktail number—were made using a mold of an actual oak branch as a way of […]

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Adamantini Indestructible Martini Glass

Ben Dahl — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 20:00:21 +0000

Machined from a solid 25 pound billet of stainless steel, the Adamantini is an indestructible martini glass. The precision made stainless steel glass weighs just over a pound, so you can get a little bit of a workout in while you’re raising 8 oz. of your liquor of choice to your lips. You’ll never have […]

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Felix Gray Computer Glasses Reduce the Pain of Staring at Screens

Ben Dahl — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 17:00:52 +0000

One look at a pair of Felix Gray glasses and we think you’ll agree that they’re gorgeous. But the frames made of premium Italian acetate also house lenses designed to make staring at a computer all day a lot less painful for you in the long run. Felix Gray Computer Glasses help combat sleep loss/disturbance, […]

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