Whether you are working on furnishing the kitchen in your first apartment or looking to upgrade what you already have, the UNICEF Market has a wide range of glassware to fit any style! Not sure what types of glassware you should buy? Overwhelmed by all the different styles of cups? Here’s a quick guide to the different options and which ones you definitely need to have in your home.
Water Glasses
If you buy just one type of glassware for your home, make it water glasses. These generally hold close to 16 ounces of liquid, so you don’t have to constantly refill your glass. While they are perfect for making sure you stay hydrated with water, they are extremely flexible and can also be used for anything from juice to cocktails, to even wine, in a pinch.
Low Ball Glasses
These are about half the size of a water glass but almost as versatile. They are commonly called for in cocktail recipes and are the perfect size for a serving of juice. They are also just right when you want a small glass of milk to go with a chocolate chip cookie!
Wine Glasses
The unique curved shape of a wine glass is designed to trap the aromas of wine and contribute to the flavor when you drink it. Even if you don’t drink wine, a nice set of wine glasses can still be used to dress up a fancy dinner table. While there are many different types of wine glasses designed specifically for different types of wine, unless you are a wine connoisseur you will be fine with just one set of glasses!
Pitchers
Especially if you do lots of entertaining, a pitcher is a necessity. It can be used for everything from water to sangria to fruit punch. They also work really well as vases if you don’t have one available.
Specialty Cups
With just the four items listed above, you should be able to handle most situations in your home. However, depending on your habits and preferences, there may be other types of glasses you may want to keep on hand. Shot glasses, margarita glasses, martini glasses and champagne flutes are mostly single use items, so you’ll want to decide if it’s worth using storage space for glasses you may only use once or twice a year. If you do drink those types of beverages often, it could be well worth the investment to keep a set at home.
By stocking your cupboards with handblown glassware from the UNICEF market, you will always impress your guests when offering them a drink. Even a glass of water alone at home becomes a special occasion with the right cup!
