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The everlasting appeal of a martini is undeniable, and there are many questionable traditions (even true “rules”) on how to whip up the perfect concoction. To cover the basics, just in case you’re new to the cocktail world, martinis are made with gin or vodka and vermouth, and are usually topped with an olive or two or a lemon zest. HL Mencken called the martini “the only American invention as perfect as the sonnet”, which to me couldn’t be a more accurate representation of the iconic drink. While some mixologists, bartenders and alcohol connoisseurs ardently oppose the idea of serving the shaken cocktail (despite James Bond’s preference “shaken, not stirred”), others firmly believe that garnish a martini with anything other than olives (i.e. a lemon zest) is basically blasphemy.
Whether you take your martini with gin or vodka, neat or on the rocks, dirty, Vesper or Gibson style (… and I could go on), there is something remarkably chic about holding the canonically shaped perennial glass, even if you are not a big fan of the robust “flavor” of the actual drink. How you choose to order or prepare your martini is completely up to you. However, it is somehow universally accepted that drinking the classic old-fashioned cocktail with anything corn their signature glass is a major no-no. Below we’ve highlighted a few perfectly classic martini glasses to elevate your next cocktail party at home.
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1. K BASIX Unbreakable Martini Glasses
Let’s face it: martinis are strong cocktails, and when you’ve had a couple of them, you’re a little more prone to falls and spills. These ultra-durable glasses are designed to be shatterproof, thanks to a polycarbonate plastic material that looks exactly like crystal glass alternatives. Seriously, no one will be able to tell the difference.
2.Host 3310 Freeze Stemless Martini
For those who have a taste for the classic appeal of a large, canonical design, but prefer your stemless glass, this beautiful set is for you. In addition to their stemless construction, these glasses are also designed to keep your cocktail chilled for up to an hour after your drink has been poured.
3. Libbey Cosmopolitan Martini Glasses
For those who appreciate modernist design (and martinis, of course), these stemless martini glasses are chic and durable. This set comes with four glasses, and each holds about 8.25 ounces comfortably to prevent spills.
4. Set of 4 piece martini stemware from the Epure Milano collection
These diamond shaped martini glasses are sleek and stylish. They have a more advanced style than classic triangular glassware and are definitely a conversation piece.
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