There are many varieties and beers, and a huge number of types of glasses for these varieties. There are even striking specimens that look like a boot, a test tube, or a vase. I will not describe these in this article. Desperate beer fans have in their arsenal up to 20 types of glasses, or even more. And they zealously bend their line, proving that a certain style of beer can only be poured into a certain beer glass specially designed for this style. Are they right? Fuck knows! For me, having 20 glasses is already some kind of disease. But not to have the 5 described below is a crime! Beer crime. But here it is important to distinguish beer from non-beer. If we are talking about any mass, industrial-scale slop pushed by our beer giants, then there will be no crime. Even if you consume it from the throat of a bottle, can, plastic or even a ladle, a ladle, a shoe, lick it from the floor, drink it from the ground. Here, the original slop taste will probably only get better. But if you bought yourself a real beer made from quality ingredients, the purpose of which was to please the consumer, then drinking such beer from your throat is already a crime. So from which glass to drink beer, read below.
In fact, this is a glass of a cylindrical shape expanding towards the top. Made of thin glass with a thickened bottom. There are three standards for pints - American German and Imperial. American holds 470 milliliters of beer. The shape is an even conical glass, as in the picture. An imperial pint has a hump at the top and holds 568 milliliters of beer. The German pint, unlike the American pint, does not expand, but narrows towards the top. This pint is called Becker. A pint is suitable for a huge number of varieties and styles of beer. In my opinion the most versatile cookware. Suitable for stouts, porters, lagers and of course all kinds of ales. The glass has a long history, originally used to measure the volume of beer. My favorite glass. Easy to wash, easy to store. The only downside is that in Russia it is difficult to find on sale.
It would seem that for the Middle Ages, what a cup! In fact, if you are dealing with Belgian varieties, then you need a cup. It is in glasses of this form, like no other, that Belgian beer reveals its aroma and taste best. The ideal shape for observing beer behavior. There are several types of such a glass - a Cup and a Bowl. Goblets are generally cylindrical, while bowls are cone-shaped with a large flare at the top of the glass. Both those and others usually have a massive heavy leg. Often such glasses are decorated with a relief pattern and even gold and silver. This dish is beautiful to look at. Beer in it keeps a foam cap for a long time. As you may have read above, such a glass needed to serve strong German and Belgian varieties (Belgian IPA, Belgian Strong Dark Ale, Dubbel, Quadrupel, Tripel). Agree, the right beer served in such a glass will have an extraordinary effect. What can I say, this is not a Klinsky throat sucking 🙂
Another name for Snifter. From English - sniff - sniff, inhale, smell. How it is? Where is the beer and where is the brandy, you ask? Good cognac is especially appreciated for its aroma. Cognac lovers can sip a small portion of cognac for a long time, enjoying the bouquet of its aroma. For these purposes, glasses of this shape were invented. Usually they serve cognac, brandy, armagnac and calvados. In them, the drink perfectly reveals its aroma bouquet. It is believed that strong Belgian varieties should be served in cognac glasses first of all. But for my taste, fruity and wheat styles will show themselves perfectly in a glass of this shape. If you like to experiment and do not limit yourself to two or three types of beer, then you simply need such a glass. It is suitable for a leisurely, thoughtful tasting of a new variety.
Beer mug
Perhaps the most ancient type of beer glassware. And probably the most varied. There is an incredible variety of beer mugs, different capacities and shapes. There are completely perverse types. For example, I recently saw a classic pint, but with a handle! The thickness of the glass was like a pint. You can't argue with the versatility of such dishes either. accompanies all pilsners, english ales, porters and even stouts. Traditional Oktoberfest crockery. I use for light varieties, which I have tried more than once before, the taste of which is known. In addition, there are options for such mugs with a lid. An indispensable option for outdoor gatherings when flies, wasps and other creatures try to taste your beer.
Tall glass Tall glass
Beer in such a glass perfectly demonstrates its color, reveals its aroma and keeps a head of foam for a long time. There are many variations of the shape of this glass. The classic version is a cone expanding towards the edge of the glass and a dense bottom. But you can find many other variations on this theme. The second is a no less popular form, it is the same expanding cone on a stem turning into a dense bottom. This form is called Pokal. The picture shows a glass, the English name of which is Tall Pilsner. From the name itself, it already becomes clear what styles of beer this glass suits. In addition to pilsners, almost all lagers can be poured into it. And besides this, it is quite suitable for: sides, doppelbocks, and various wheat varieties.
Beer is a favorite drink for many people. In different countries of the world, intoxicating alcohol has its own traditional recipes that are passed down from generation to generation. But, has anyone thought about the dishes from which they drink a drink?
Beer is a favorite drink for many people.
It is believed that the first glassware for beer was already in the 7th millennium BC. Even the people of the Sumerians began to manufacture intoxicating drink, creating more than 70 varieties. During this period stoneware was used.
Even the people of the Sumerians began to manufacture intoxicating drink, creating more than 70 varieties. The history of the creation of the first beer glass
The production of glassware for beer was made from natural materials. In ancient Russia, they drank an intoxicating drink from, because they retain the taste of beer well. The French preferred smooth glass glasses - so you could drink beer without leaving a drop. The Germans were more inventive, inventing a beer glass made of pewter with lids. They became an innovation and a feature, due to a special lever that lifted the lid on the cup.
In ancient Russia, they drank an intoxicating drink from wooden mugs, because they retain the taste of beer well. It was the 16th century that was the era during which closed mugs appeared, since they could protect the drink from fleas, which at that time were very numerous in every home. Tin is the only metal that retains the taste of beer without oxidizing the drink.
In the Czech Republic, the tradition of producing glass mugs with thick glass has not changed. The country could not get used to the idea that beer can be drunk from a glass with a thin glass. Only the thick walls of the glass allow you to keep the freshness and coolness of the intoxicating drink.
Only the thick walls of the glass allow you to keep the freshness and coolness of the intoxicating drink. Types of glasses today
A high-quality drink requires an appropriate attitude. Drinking from a bottle is bad form, so you need to select a glass for a certain type of drink. This will convey the true taste of a particular type of beer and reveal its character.
- A glass of pint. The name of the glass comes from the unit of measurement. An English pint is equal to 16 ounces - this is how much beer was poured to pub visitors. Great for ale, lager, stout - a variety with an average alcohol content.
Great for ale, lager, stout - a variety with an average alcohol content. - Pilsner glass. Unlike the previous type, it has a conical shape, due to which the foam cap and rich taste last longer. The best option for a pilsner. He is the most famous type of intoxicating drink related to the bottom fermentation. But, such a glass can be used for other types of foam.
It has a conical shape, due to which the foam cap and rich taste are retained longer. - A beer mug is a traditional glassware that belongs to this group. For the manufacture of this type of containers, a wide variety of materials are used: ceramics, tin, wood, porcelain. Often decorated with decorative elements or logos. By capacity, mugs can be from 0.5 to 1 liter. Beer Stein has a long history and tradition. The traditional beer mug is the main attribute at Oktoberfest, where more than five million people gather every year. Suitable container for ale and classic German beers.
The traditional beer mug is the main attribute at Oktoberfest. - Tulip. It is used for drinking special types of beer. The shape of such a container is expanded at the top, which makes it look like a tulip. The process of drinking the drink was even more pleasant and brought a lot of pleasure, because the foam remained in it for a long time, the aroma and taste were rich and stable. It is customary to drink ale from such a glass - British and Belgian, it is also suitable for fragrant barley beer.
The shape of such a container is expanded at the top, which makes it look like a tulip. - Vessel for wheat foam. Accordingly, it is appropriate to drink wheat from it. It is similar in shape to Pilsner, but a professional can easily see the difference. Weizen Glass is characterized by unfiltered beer - it will retain both taste, color and aroma.
Weizen Glass is characterized by unfiltered beer - it will retain both taste, color and aroma.
The most popular and convenient glass shape
There are many types of beer glasses, but the most popular and convenient are considered to be two types of containers that are familiar to us. To understand which glasses can be considered the most successful, you need to consider them in more detail.
Beer mug - really popular in many establishments, while it is convenient, due to the presence of a convenient handle. The mug has a thick glass, which allows you to clink glasses with a large company and not worry that it will break. In addition, such a vessel holds a lot of intoxicating drink.
Such a vessel holds a lot of intoxicating drink. A traditional light beer glass. A habitual container for all of us, resembling a mouthpiece, slightly expanded upwards. The capacity of the glass is 0.36 liters. In such a glass, the foam remains for a long time, the aroma and taste do not lose their qualities. Convenience lies in the absence of unnecessary elements, which makes it possible to completely cover the glass with the palm of your hand and hold it securely.
A habitual container for all of us, resembling a mouthpiece, slightly expanded upwards. A variation of this species is the European Pokal - a beer glass with a stem. The shape enhances the flavor, retains the foam and shows the color of the contents.
The shape enhances the flavor, retains the foam and shows the color of the contents. Does the shape affect the taste of the drink?
The taste of beer depends on many nuances. How the drink was served directly affects its taste. Everyone knows that the taste of canned and bottled beer, even if you drink it straight from the container, will differ significantly from a draft bar drink.
The secret is that beer is considered a special drink, the taste of which will be varied, depending on the form of serving, dishes and temperature. The shape of the glass is an important nuance in treating beer. It depends on how well the taste and aroma of the hop can open up.
According to experts, it is possible to evaluate the taste of beer correctly only if it is poured into a mug or glass. So, the taster will be able to feel the taste, color and aroma of the drink. These are important criteria in evaluating a beer and create an overall impression of a particular beer.
According to experts, it is possible to evaluate the taste of beer correctly only if it is poured into a mug or glass. The same beer, poured into glasses of different shapes, will show themselves with different taste, aroma, foaming and foam resistance.
The same beer poured into glasses of different shapes will manifest themselves in different tastes and aromas. TOP manufacturers
Depending on the manufacturer, the quality of the beer containers is ensured. Thus, it is possible to determine the rating of the most famous manufacturers.
The best, most popular manufacturers:
- Rastal - Germany;
- Sahm - Germany;
- Spiegelau - Germany;
- Krosno - Poland;
- Dema - England;
- Luminarc - France;
- Experimental Glass Factory - Gus-Khrustalny, Russia;
- Berezhany Glass Factory - Berezhany, Ukraine;
- Dominant - Krasnodar, Russia.
There is a fairly wide range of beer glasses on the market. Moreover, there are shops where you will be offered a glass for each brand of drink.
There is a fairly wide range of beer glasses on the market. How to care for a glass
All glass vessels are washed in soapy water to degrease their surface, then rinsed under running cold water. If you wash beer glasses on a stem, then you need to take into account their fragile structure. In institutions, such containers are often broken by negligence. The stem of these glasses is made of thicker glass, and the upper part is refined.
All glass vessels are washed in soapy water to degrease their surface, then rinsed under running cold water. After washing, you need to dry the glasses by turning them upside down on a clean, dry cloth. If the glass has a leg, then it can be hung up so that all the moisture flows down. Then, the glasses are thoroughly wiped dry with a clean soft cloth. Rigid material can damage glassware by leaving micro-scratches on it.
Glasses with an uneven surface need to be cleaned more thoroughly, as dirt particles get stuck in the decorative elements on the glass. When serving, such a glass will not sparkle, but will only spoil the impression of the institution or the owners. Glass containers with heavy soiling are recommended to be washed using special products that can clean them more effectively than soap. More shine will add a solution of vinegar or a couple of drops of ammonia added. After that, you need to thoroughly rinse the dishes under running water and wipe dry. Clean glasses are dried and wiped with a white waffle towel. Terry is better not to use, because they leave fibers on the dishes. If clean glasses are stored on a shelf or in a sideboard, then they must be rinsed and wiped dry with a clean cloth before serving.
Clean glasses are dried and wiped with a white waffle towel. Beer is considered one of the most loved drinks in the world. The taste of the drink depends on how correctly the dishes are selected. Therefore, you need to know all the subtleties in the right choice of glasses and their shape.
Video: Beer glasses: types in shape, volume and purpose
Many beer lovers do not think that the shape and volume of a beer mug is largely determined by the style of the "foamy" used and the culture of the producer's country.
Consider the main types of beer glasses from the most popular and familiar to us:
Mug - Burdock
Perhaps the most popular and familiar to us from Soviet times is a massive, heavy beer mug. They are made of thick glass and have edges of various shapes. In general, such circles can vary greatly in shape from almost cylindrical to rounded. Mugs of this shape in Europe are called "Mug" (Burdock). They serve Czech or German lagers and English ales. Well, in our time in the country of "soviets" they poured the famous "Zhigulevskoye".
conical pint
The next most popular glass is - . They are made of thin glass, lightweight with a smooth wall. The volume is equal to one pint, both English and American. This glass is great for most types of beer: ales, lagers, stouts and wheat varieties.
Nonik pint
There are also other varieties of the conical pint - its improved counterpart "Nonic Pint" (nonik-pint) sometimes it is also referred to as Becker. It has the same shape, with a slight thickening towards the edge. However, this form was not taken lightly, but carefully thought out. The fact is that conical glasses for convenience in pubs are put one on one, as a result of which they can stick together. Nonik pint due to the thickening easily comes out of the stack. Moreover, thanks to the same thickening, a more thorough grip is provided by the hand. Like its progenitor, the nonik pint is suitable for many styles of beer.
Irish pint
Another variation of the pint beer glass is Irish Pint or Tulip Pint. It also presents a conical shape with an extension towards the edges. Thanks to the narrower bottom, it fits comfortably in the hand. This shape is great for Irish ales and stouts.
German pint
Very similar to an Irish pint - German pint or "Willi Becher". That's just the expansion to the edge occurs more smoothly, and the strict conical shape is practically preserved. Traditionally used for German lagers.
Casablanca
But the most remarkable variety for me is Casablanca- a conical pint made of thick glass, with clearly defined edges. An exact copy of our native "faceted", only a larger volume. This mug is suitable for any style of "foamy".
Pilsner beer glass
A pilsner glass is very tall, tapering downwards. Made from thin glass. In such a glass, a rich, unique color, transparency and stability of the foam cap are clearly visible. As you might have guessed, it is intended for bottling pilsners.
Weizen tank
Bucket for wheat beer- very high, gradually tapering to the bottom and expanding at the very base. The creators assumed that this form, with an expanding base, would allow the collection of brewer's yeast in it. And a lush foam cap will form in the upper wide neck. 
barbell
barbell This is a tall, strict cylindrical beer glass. It is made of thin glass, has a small volume, due to which the beer simply does not have time to heat up. The birthplace of this remarkable mug is Germany. Traditionally, the Germans used them for bottling Altbiers and Kelsch. 
Volatile components - substances that form the aroma of the drink - hop oils, by-products of yeast fermentation (alcohols, fusel oils, fruit esters), spices and other additives. Therefore, in a glass in which a good, dense foam is formed, more taste and aromatic qualities of beer are retained.
Since different types of beer have different foam caps, glasses for each type need their own. Faktrum explains which ones.
Types of beer glasses:
wine glass (English: flute glass, German: Sektglas)
Some beers take on the elegance of champagne. The elongated, narrow shape prevents gases from escaping too quickly, and thanks to it, sparkling bubbles can be observed. Typically, a beer glass has a slightly shorter stem than a champagne glass. Advantages: the game of bubbles is perfectly visible, volatile components quickly disperse, creating a rich aroma.
Chalice, goblet (English: goblet, chalice, German: Kelch)
From fragile long-stemmed goblets to heavy, thick-walled chalices. On especially thin ones, the edges are usually bordered with silver or golden paint, and on the most durable ones, sculpture-like thick legs are made. Some are designed for a foam height of 2 centimeters. This is achieved by cutting the bottom, which collects carbon dioxide. Thus, the bubbles come from the bottom for a long time and the foam is maintained for a very long time. Benefits: Nice to look at, good head support, great for big sips.
Cup (English: mug, German: Seidel, Stein)
Heavy, strong, big, with a handle! It comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. The great thing about mugs is that they can be clinked with more confidence than other glassware, and they can hold a lot of beer. Seidel is the German name for a mug, while Stein is the same mug, but made of earthenware and usually with a lid. The lid began to be used during the Plague of the 14th century, so that flies would not get into it. Advantages: easy to drink, large capacity.
Glass for light beer (English: pilsner glass, German: Pokal)
It is usually a tall, narrow, wedge-shaped goblet in the shape of a mouthpiece, with a capacity of 0.36 liters. Shows sparkle and pilsner color while maintaining lather. Pokal is a European variety with a small stalk. Advantages: shows color, transparency, sparkling. Enhances aroma.
Pint, large glass (English: pint glass, tumbler, nonic, German: Becker)
Almost cylindrical, with a slight narrowing towards the bottom and a wide throat. There are two standard sizes: 0.5 liters - the American Tumbler, the most common, and 0.6 liters - the Royal Nonic, which holds more beer or more foam. Becker is a German variant with a constriction at the throat. Benefits: easy to produce, easy to store, easy to drink…
narrow glass (English: slender cylinder, German: Stange)
Traditional German glass. Stange means pole. Served with refined beer, as they enhance malt and hop tones. Another view is the Tom Collins glass. Advantages: dense concentration of volatile substances.
Tulip (English: tulip, German: Tulpe)
Stem glass, naturally in the shape of a tulip. The top expands a little, and the shape itself is bulbous. Scottish ales are usually served in Thistle glasses, which are a variation of the Tulip, which is shaped like the national flower of Scotland. Benefits: Captures and enhances aroma, enhances and maintains bulky lather.
Glass for wheat beer (German: white glass)
These stylish long glasses made of thin glass perfectly convey the color scheme of the drink and have enough space for the signature wheat lush and dense foam. Most are made in 0.5 liters. Benefits: Specially designed for high beer and head volumes, and retains the banana and phenolic flavors inherent in this beer style.
Large wine glass (English: oversized wine glass)
Wine glass for beer? Yes! A 0.65 liter wine glass is perfect for most Belgian ales. It has plenty of room for a head of foam, and the open bowl creates a lovely neck. All smart bars now serve Belgian ales in these glasses.
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Any drink requires a respectful attitude towards itself - at present, true connoisseurs and gourmets have developed a whole system for the proper use of cognac, and the tea ceremony has generally become a national treasure of Japan and China. The well-known drink made from barley and malt with lush foam also has its own characteristics of use. So, for example, glasses for beer can be of the most diverse shape and volume, which is primarily due to the varieties of this drink.
How to drink beer correctly?
True connoisseurs and gourmets know that the true taste of a foamy drink in all its glory is revealed only when it is served in the right bowl. Today, beer glasses are presented in a wide variety. Classical and creative forms, various volumes, as well as the material from which the glasses are made - all this has its own characteristics and was invented for a reason. For example, Biter el De Rank beer from Belgium is served exclusively in a large glass, which is shaped like a wine glass. That's just the volume of it is not wine at all - 0.65 liters.
Today, manufacturers offer completely amazing beer glasses: made of leather, glass and ceramics, metal and stone, clay and wood, in the form of geometric and abstract shapes, and even themed beer glasses that can serve as a great gift idea. Of course, such a variety of dishes has its own historical background.
History of the glass
The very first glasses for beer were stone vessels, which were used by the Sumerians about 7 thousand years ago. It was from that time that beer began to be popular among many nationalities, only ideas about suitable dishes for it were different.
So, for example, in ancient Russia, beer glasses were exclusively wooden - it was believed among the people that in earthenware the drink heats up faster and retains its taste much worse. But in Germany, glasses for a foamy drink were made exclusively of tin, while they were equipped with special levers and lids. Beer gourmets from France came to the conclusion that the thin glass of a glass can emphasize the piquant taste of this drink, but in the Czech Republic it was quite the opposite - beer was served in glasses made of especially thick glass. In Belgium, a country with its own beer history, the foamy drink is treated with special reverence: it is served in special glasses that resemble cognac in shape.
The culture of drinking beer
As it has already become clear, in different countries they treat beer accordingly. However, at present, breweries and factories produce this drink depending on national preferences and culture, and the recipes and taste qualities themselves have determined the features of glasses that can fully convey the taste and aroma.
The material from which a beer glass is made can affect the taste properties of the drink - this is obvious. The foam that forms as a result of pouring beer into glasses gives off volatile compounds, and these, in turn, form the characteristic beer aroma. Thus, the shape of the glass has a direct impact on the formation of the foam head and the aroma of the drink. Due to the fact that different types form a specific foam, it is logical to assume that for each type of drink it is necessary to use the appropriate glass.
A set of glasses for beer will allow you to fully enjoy the taste variety and aroma of different varieties of this drink.
Typology of glasses
So, today there is a fairly large number of glasses, the most common of which are:
- Wine glass - somewhat similar to its counterpart for champagne, but differs in a shorter stem. Yes, some beers deserve to watch the bubbles play and enjoy the exquisite taste of a light drink.
- A goblet or chalice is a real thing. Fragile goblets are bordered with golden or silver paint, and thick-walled chalices are decorated with curly legs.
- The classic mug comes in different shapes and sizes. A distinctive feature of thick-walled mugs is the ability to clink glasses in a friendly company.
- Glasses designed for light beer. The wedge-shaped glass, thin glass, narrow bottom and wider top - all these qualities contribute to enhancing the taste and preserving the foam.
home collection
For each type of beer, a different type of glass is recommended. So, for example, an average German in a bar has at least 3-4 types of glasses: one for the classic, several "tulips", several glasses for exclusive varieties and a couple of glasses for dark varieties.
How to assemble an original collection of glassware for a foamy drink at home? It's very simple - you can ask your friends to give gift glasses for beer for your birthday or buy them yourself in specialized stores or at exhibitions.
In addition, do not forget about the famous Octoberfest festival - a real fan of a foamy drink should visit this event at least once, where you can also buy a solid collection of beer glasses.
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