About Pint Glasses
Throughout the history of beer-drinking, there may be nothing more
classic than pint glasses. Every great brewing tradition has touted its
own pint glass, whether in English pubs, German Oktoberfests, and
American bars. It's no surprise then that there are specific glasses for
each of these rich traditions, and no home bar or beer connoisseur is
complete without them.
All of these glasses are designed to hold a pint, whether 20 imperial
fluid ounces in metric terms, or 16 fluid ounces in the American
measuring system. The glass also allows drinkers to see the hue of the
beer, whether ale or stout, and enjoy this great beverage for its
aesthetic attraction as well as taste. Let's face it, true beer-lovers
appreciate every aspect of their beverage, and choosing the right pint
glass is just as important as choosing the right beer.
We're proud to
offer glasses that sport the logos of the internationally-renowned and
best loved breweries. For the Irish stout lover, there is the Beamish
Irish Pint Glass, or a set of well-known Guinness Irish Pint Glasses. Can't decide which is your favorite? Perhaps then the Ireland Shamrock Pint Glass
is a fair choice to suit your tastes, emblazoned with a proud metal
shamrock. If your loyalties lie across the Irish Sea, there is also a
Scotland Pint Glass featuring the bold
lion crest wrought upon its smooth surface. And of course, Harviestoun
glasses for either Bitter and Twisted or classic Ola Dubh will suit the
true Englishman at heart. These English Pint Glasses
are a great way to show your undying support for the delicious brews of
the British Isles and are essential for that old pub feeling right in
the comfort of your own home.
The astute connoisseur will notice that it is not only the label or
crest on the pint glass that sets it apart, but also the glass' shape.
Different pint glasses have different shapes to signify what type of
beer ought to be enjoyed within. If you can't decide which is your
favorite English brew, the English Pint Glasses
do not feature any crest, but are shaped in the English style. This is
characterized by a prominent bulge about two-thirds up the glass, also
called a tulip shape, to accentuate the foamy head at the top of the
beer. Similarly, the Irish Pint Glasses
feature a smoother contour, bringing to mind the smooth finishes of
Kilkenny, Murphy, or Guinness brews. For tastes that lie further east
than the British Isles, the German Pint Glasses
are ideal for enjoying your favorite pilsner or bock during
Oktoberfest.
Last but not least, the simple joy of American beers are
most at home in the conical American Pint Glass. Torn over which national brew is best? The set of International Pint Glasses is sure to please, with two of each type of glass shape. So here's to the best brews enjoyed in any premium pint glasses! |
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