Bartender Station
Cocktail glassware guide
| Glass | Common uses | Ice | Venue note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocks glass | Old Fashioneds, Negronis, sours on ice | Large cube or fresh cubed ice | Durable and familiar; standardize fill line. |
| Highball glass | Highballs and simple mixed drinks | Cubed ice | Fast service and easy portion control. |
| Collins glass | Collinses, fizzes, tall citrus drinks | Cubed ice | Taller profile for soda-topped drinks. |
| Coupe / Nick & Nora | Shaken or stirred drinks served up | None | Chill before service and control fill level. |
| Martini glass | Martinis and specialty up drinks | None | Familiar presentation but easier to spill. |
| Wine glass | Spritzes, sangria, low-ABV drinks | Cubed ice or none | Large bowl supports ice, fruit, and aroma. |
| Flute | Sparkling cocktails | None | Preserves bubbles and formal presentation. |
| Copper mug | Mules | Cubed ice | Use food-safe, properly lined mugs. |
| Hurricane glass | Tropical and frozen drinks | Crushed, cubed, or blended | Watch portion size, storage, and breakage. |
| Shot glass | Shooters and measured samples | None | Measure accurately and never encourage rapid consumption. |