Cocktail Glasses and Drinkware – Everything for Your Home Bar
A well-stocked home bar is about more than just spirits. The right glasses elevate any drink—from a classic martini to a simple gin and tonic. At Dims Studio, we’ve curated a selection
ofcocktail glasses, wine glasses, and champagne flutes from renowned manufacturers so you can serve with style.
What glasses should you have in a home bar?
You don’t need to invest in twenty different types of glasses right from the start. Here are the most essential glasses for a functional home bar:
Martini and coupe glasses
The coupe glass (the rounded cocktail glass) is the home bar’s most versatile glass. It’s used for martinis, daiquiris, espresso martinis, and many other classic cocktails. A set of four covers most needs. Find them in our cocktail glass collection.
Highball and tumbler glasses
Highball glasses are tall, slender glasses for long drinks like gin and tonic, mojitos, and Tom Collins. Tumbler glasses (also called old-fashioned glasses) are shorter and wider—for whiskey, negronis, and drinks with ice. Both types are essential for any home bar.
Wine glasses for everyday use and special occasions
Good wine glasses make a difference to the wine experience. Choose glasses with a sufficiently large bowl that allows the wine to breathe. We have wine glasses from Anna Von Lipa in mouth-blown crystal—lightweight, elegant, and durable despite their delicate appearance.
Champagne and sparkling wine glasses
Champagne glasses come in two main shapes: the classic flute (tall and narrow) and the coupe glass (wide and flat). The flute keeps the bubbles longer, while the coupe offers a more aromatic experience. See our Anna Von Lipa champagne glasses for handmade alternatives in colored crystal.
Anna Von Lipa – world-class Danish crystal
Anna Von Lipa is a Danish glass brand that produces mouth-blown crystal glasses in beautiful colors. Each glass is unique, and the colors range from classic clear to deep shades of green, blue, amber, and pink. The glasses are easy to hold, thin-walled, and surprisingly durable. They’re popular for both everyday use and parties, and many customers collect different colors over time.
What else do you need besides glasses?
Glasses are the foundation, but the right cocktail equipment makes the difference between an amateur and a home bartender. Shakers, bar spoons, muddlers, and jiggers are all essential tools. A wine chiller also keeps the bottle cold during dinner and looks great on the table.
How do you store cocktail glasses?
Cocktail glasses should be stored upright in a cabinet to prevent scratches. Avoid stacking them, as the thin rims can easily break. Glasses from Anna Von Lipa are dishwasher-safe, but hand-washing extends their lifespan and preserves their shine.
Price guide for glasses and barware
- Under 100 DKK/each: Basic highball and tumbler glasses
- 100–250 DKK/each: Quality cocktail glasses, wine glasses
- 250–500 DKK/each: Anna Von Lipa crystal glasses, exclusive coupe glasses
- Cocktail equipment: Shakers and sets from 200–600 kr
FAQs about cocktail glasses and drinkware
Are mouth-blown glasses dishwasher-safe?
Most mouth-blown glasses, including Anna Von Lipa, are dishwasher-safe on the delicate cycle. However, to preserve the shine and avoid water spots, we recommend hand washing with lukewarm water.
How many cocktail glasses do you need?
A set of four to six coupe glasses and four to six highball glasses covers most social occasions. Expand with specialty glasses such as martini or margarita glasses, as your collection grows.
What is the difference between crystal and regular glass?
Crystal glass is thinner, lighter, and has a clearer tone than regular glass. It refracts light more beautifully and feels more luxurious in the hand. Anna Von Lipa uses lead-free crystal, which is safe for everyday use.
Can I mix different glass colors?
Absolutely. Many customers intentionally buy different colors from our glass collection and mix them to create a personalized and festive table setting. That’s one of the great advantages of Anna Von Lipa’s colored crystal.
