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Whether you’re serving water with dinner, juice at breakfast, cocktails at the weekend or soft drinks at a family gathering, drinking glasses are a staple in many homes. Restaurants and hosts also need glasses suited to their intended use, available dishwasher and storage space.
Price and appearance aren’t the only things that can lead to a poor choice. Capacity, temperature limits and care instructions are often overlooked. This can mean impractical sizes, damaged surfaces or a set of glasses that doesn’t suit the way you use them every day.
A 30 cl glass holds 300 ml. This is a popular size for water, juice and soft drinks. However, the amount you can actually pour will be lower if you add ice or a garnish. For larger refreshing drinks, you may want to consider long drink glasses with a greater capacity.
With low drinking glasses, capacity isn’t the only thing to consider. The diameter, height and base affect how securely a glass sits on the table and how easily it fits in a kitchen cupboard or dishwasher.
The dishwasher-safe label makes cleaning easier, but it doesn’t automatically protect glasses from clouding, scratches or chips. Harsh detergents, high temperatures and close contact with other crockery can damage the glass surface over time.
Coloured drinking glasses need particular care. Some models are hand-wash only, so check the manufacturer’s instructions before buying and before washing them for the first time.
Soda-lime glass is widely used for drinking glasses. It’s suitable for cold drinks and, depending on the product information, may also be used for warm drinks, but it isn’t automatically heat-resistant. A sudden change from very cold to hot temperatures can cause thermal shock.
Boiling water, ovens and microwaves are unsuitable for many models. You should also avoid pouring cold liquid into a hot glass straight from the dishwasher.
For everyday use, water glasses with a capacity of around 28 to 31 cl are versatile. 30 cl glasses have room for water, juice and soft drinks without looking oversized on the table. Cocktail glasses, on the other hand, vary more in shape and capacity depending on the recipe.
A low centre of gravity can reduce the risk of a glass tipping over. However, glasses should never be considered shatterproof.
Clear glass makes it easier to see how much a glass holds and the colour of your drink. Lead-free soda-lime glass is a common material for everyday glasses. Some products state that they comply with EU Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on materials intended to come into contact with food.
Crystal glass can offer a different look and feel. However, this alone doesn’t prove that it’s more suitable for everyday use. What matters are the specific details about the material, manufacturing process, care instructions and temperature range.
Before using drinking glasses for the first time, wash them in warm water with mild washing-up liquid. For hand-washing, use a soft sponge; steel wool and abrasive cleaners can leave scratches.
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Why this product suits this profile: This clear 30 cl glass is suited to everyday use at home and works well for water, juice, soft drinks and cold cocktails.
The product details specify a 300 ml capacity, a low profile and a base measuring 8.5 cm across. This makes it easier to assess the size and space needed before buying.
Lead-free soda-lime glass, clear design, 30 cl capacity and, according to the product information, dishwasher-safe.
Why this product suits this profile: The tapered shape is designed for martinis and similar cocktails. This set of two is ideal for a small home bar or serving drinks for two.
The 200 ml capacity and specific glass shape are clearly stated. This makes it easier to see that the model is better suited to cocktails than large everyday drinks.
Crystal glass, machine-made, 200 ml capacity, set of two and, according to the product information, dishwasher-safe.
Why this product suits this profile: This compact 31 cl tumbler is designed for everyday drinks, the office, home and informal entertaining.
The product information includes dimensions, weight, capacity and care instructions. The temperature limit and advice to clean the glass carefully help you avoid using it incorrectly.
31 cl capacity, wide base, clear soda-lime glass and, according to the product information, suitable for the dishwasher and microwave.
Why this product suits this profile: This set includes six coloured drinking glasses, each with a 30 cl capacity, making it easier to tell them apart at family meals, parties and larger gatherings.
The product information clearly states that these glasses are hand-wash only and suitable for cold drinks. This makes the care requirements easy to understand.
Six glasses, each with a 30 cl capacity, in a choice of colours and with compact dimensions. Suitable for cold drinks and a range of table settings.
We’ve put together a comprehensive, regularly updated list of products that meet these strict selection criteria and fully comply with the safety regulations in force in the EU.
For a two-person household, six to eight versatile water glasses may be enough. Families and hosts often benefit from a larger set of glasses. Special cocktail glasses or long drink glasses may also be useful if you regularly serve mixed drinks.
It depends on the product information. Soda-lime glass isn’t automatically heat-resistant. Always check the temperature range, warnings and usage instructions. Avoid boiling water and sudden temperature changes unless the glass is explicitly approved for them.
Use mild cleaning products, soft sponges and a suitable dishwasher programme. Make sure the glasses don’t knock against one another and dry them thoroughly after washing. If the manufacturer recommends hand-washing coloured drinking glasses, it’s particularly important to follow this advice.