Elegant glasses with a fascinating history
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When enjoying a nice glass of wine, does the glass really matter? Apparently the folks at Krosno think so, and theyve been hand-blowing glassware since 1923. Their 19-ounce red wine glass is designed to enhance both your gustatory and aesthetic pleasure. Except for being a bit larger, this glass is superficially fairly similar to a much less expensive glass I had on my kitchen shelf (see photo), but the differences really do make a difference.  The Krosnos larger capacity and in-sloping tilt enhance the flavor of your wine and make it easier to swirl the wine. The glass is also a real pleasure to the eye. The stem is thin and elegant but not so fragile-looking you fear it will break. The bowl itself is also thin and so very clear you catch every nuance of the wines color. The base is solid but thin enough to be elegant.
The glasses really will hold 19 ounces, but the idea is to allow the wine to breathe, NOT to overindulge. A normal-sized pour looks small, so you might want to be sure you are only pouring your usual amount of wine (See the photo of a 4-ounce and a 6-ounce pour.).
As an extra bonus, Krosno glasses come with a fascinating history that seems made for the movies. Formed in 1923, the Polish Krosno Glassworks was seized by the Germans in 1939, who then burned down the factory when they retreated in 1944. The workers rebuilt the factory after the war and resumed their artisanry. It is nice to use a product that can also start a conversation!
Should you really spend this much for wineglasses when you can buy mass-produced glasses for less than half the price? I would say yes. A fine wine deserves a fine vessel, and I highly recommend these glasses for serving fine wine. For daily use with wines costing $15 a bottle or less, you might be satisfied with a wineglass at a much lower price, but this beautiful handblown glass might be just the touch you need to feel you have chosen an excellent vintage!
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I purchased my first set of these glasses (what seems like) a million years ago. I use these as my everyday pattern. So when I say they get a licking, I'm not kidding. They are the Marquis brand, so yes, they're a bit more "hearty" than their Waterford blue blood cousin, but still incredibly beautiful. After breaking a few myself and a few others being damaged during general party mishaps, I was left with fewer glasses than are typically called for. The highballs are far more difficult to find than the wine glasses and such. So I was VERY happy to find them on Amazon and at such a reasonable cost.
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I looked at these online then happened to actually find a set of the goblets at a local TJMaxx store.  These are beautiful glasses that you can be proud to give as a gift.  They are heavy, substantial and beautifully cut.  I think they are worth what Amazon is asking for in pricing.  No more than that though.  I paid about $24.00 for a set of four and I love them.  They are cut nicely and feel really impressive.  If you are a high end crystal lover I suspect you would know better than to purchase a set of Waterford for $34.00 expecting that they would be the same level and cut of crystal as a $100.00 glass.

With that said I think these are a steal.  Makes an excellent gift for any red wine lover such as myself or a young newlywed.  Both would be proud to own them.
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My Serafino Double Wall 8 oz Beverage & Coffee Glasses arrived quickly, and safely packaged for transit. The product packaging box which they were nicely nestled in was very elegant, and perfect for gift giving. I found myself like a kid on Christmas carefully unwrapping my glasses. As with any new piece of kitchenware, I thoroughly washed each glass and dried them before use.
At first glance, these glasses seemed as if they were made of plastic because they were so neat!! However, they are actually made of double walled glass which is surprisingly strong. After inspecting my glasses, I immediately noticed that the glass in which they are made from is thick enough to be durable, and not so fragile while handling.

Ozeri's Serafino Artisan Series, Double Walled Glasses boast is that they are completely dishwasher safe, microwave safe! I have recently been using my dishwasher more than I'd like to admit so that feature is a bonus for us! At first I was worried that these glasses would be so dainty, and fragile, but they are holding up great! They also come with a 1 year satisfaction guaranteed warranty-that should help put your mind at ease.
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Whether it's one, two, or three fingers served neat or your favorite old fashioned variation, these glasses will do the trick. Highly recommended!
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Very elegant martini glasses with a small lip that helps to keep the martini in the glass when served full.
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I ordered a set of these a few years ago based on the style and other reviews. They are elegant and sturdy. We had an earthquake and the open shelf the glasses were kept on fell off the wall breaking 2 of the 4 glasses. The other two glasses were the only things that survived. I believe the 2 that broke only did so because a bottle of Red Spanish wine fell as well and broke, and most likely the glasses fell on top.

This was my second order of Luigi Bormioli glasses and you simply can't go wrong.
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These glasses are very elegant.  I like the fact that, even though the price is very very good, one can order more and it is not a one time deal.  I bought 6 & then ordered 6 more.  Just need to check shipping charges on other websites as it can be more than the glasses!
These glasses are sturdy but not heavy and so, feel good in the hand. Could be used for either white or red. Stem is also a good height and easy for handling.
First read about these glasses in Wall Street Journal article about different wine glasses.  Actually from a Ridel Company at a lot less $$$$.
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I accidentally ordered the double old fashioned version of this glass, but decided to keep both.  They are elegant, and you can't beat the price.  I love it that they stack so nicely.  They arrived in a day or two, and the price was unbeatable.  You can't go wrong with these!
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Wanted to add some new wares to the bar; I'd been drinking a lot of cognac lately, so looked for an alternative to my typical balloon snifters. Admittedly, I usually avoid Riedel because of the poor value proposition, but they looked great and I was curious about the small form factor so decided to order a few sets.

I definitely wasn't disappointed by the physical design. These are elegant, tulip-shaped glasses that dramatically flare outward to the rim. The crystal is beautiful and these are really gorgeous glasses especially under bright lighting.

My opinion was a bit mixed on the diminutive size of the glass. Its small nature results in a remarkably powerful nose - for me, perhaps even a bit too much, but those who are dissatisfied with the nosing properties of the bigger balloon snifters should love this. I have concerns about the breathability of the Riedel, though - I was finding I had to wait much longer for cognac to open up. Also, the small size means it's definitely not a good choice for those who like to pour out a lot of cognac at once.

The glasses do feel rather delicate - the crystal is very thin, and the rim is much less dense than any of my other crystal snifters. That said, I haven't had any problems with durability yet.

Now, the big negative - I bought a couple sets, and every single glass came with Riedel stickers on them. Even when peeling them off as carefully as I could, residue of the nasty adhesive goo remained on these beautiful glasses and it wasn't that easy to get off. I honestly feel a bit embarrassed for Riedel that they feel the need to plaster their glassware with garish brand stickers.
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I was visiting a friend who had these glasses and loved them! She sent me a set as a gift, and I also bought the larger size. They are a beautiful blue, and are heavy and substantial. You'll receive many compliments on them!
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These were beautiful and quite elegant set of shot glasses. They are set of 6 shot glasses with decent weight and range up to 2 ounces each. It's inside bottom is concave and have a very thick bottom which I found it pretty durable and of high quality. They are very sturdy and work well. Very easy to clean and are dishwasher safe. They were well packed and none of them broke during shipping.  Great for home use, poolside, bar, resort and more. I am very pleased with my purchased. I certainly recommend this set.
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The Glencairn Whisky glasses are very stylish and provides an eloquent presentation when sharing fine whisky's with friends.  The glasses came with tips for proper usage as well as leads to other web sites including "whisky advocates" web site that anyone wanting to understand the production of these tasty libations should research!  Great purchase!
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While these certainly aren't the cheapest glasses that exist, they are both elegant and sturdy. I absolutely love the feeling of drinking from one, and the size is much more appropriate than many of the cocktail glasses that I would otherwise use. A nice side benefit is that coupes aren't as prone to spilling while walking as the typical 'Martini' glass.

It doesn't matter what the drink--these coupes give an air of elegance.
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Not as simple as the old style, but these glasses look and feel fantastic.
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Beautiful, sturdy glassware. I have a Waterford crystal vase, and I was stunned at how similar these glasses appear in terms of clarity, sparkle, and weight. They're very elegant, yet quite solid; I don't fear breaking them as I do with Riedel.

Mikasa obviously cares about customer satisfaction because the packaging includes a phone number should any customer service be required. The box was so sturdy, though, that I can't imagine there'd be any breakage in shipping.

Although it's a minor thing, I did appreciate that the stickers on the bottoms of the glasses came off easily with warm water.

I would use these at a holiday dinner, yet I wouldn't fear taking them out on the back deck for cocktails - they have a nice heft to them, and the design makes them easy to hold (no slipping out of your fingers, even in humid conditions).
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The glasses are beautiful and were delivered in such a beautiful case with a handy  cleaning cloth and even a little screwdriver to tighten them (not that I've needed it). Great buy!