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Barware

Classic cocktails, ice-cold martinis, or even clear, pure water all seem to taste better when served in a beautiful glass that is a pleasure to hold. When it comes to registering for crystal barware, think about your beverage preferences and how often you entertain. It is also important to not only register for the glasses but also for the bar tools and accessories.

Things you need to know.


Do you plan on throwing lavish cocktail parties where you’ll shake up tempting martinis or frozen daiquiris? Or are you more inclined to use double old-fashioned and highball glasses for drinking iced tea, water or lemonade? The function of the glass in your life dictates the quantity you will register for.


  • Basics:

    • Full-lead crystal is one of the finest and most delicate kinds of crystal and is made by combining molten glass with a small percentage of lead oxide. The result is a clear, brilliant glass that is perfect for etching.
    • A sign of good crystal is the clear ring it makes when tapped.
    • Uncut crystal is smooth glass without decoration.
    • Cut crystal has a pattern cut into the crystal, which can range from simple to ornate.
    • Banded crystal has a gold or platinum rim and requires a bit of extra care.
    • Uncut and softly cut patterns blend with many china patterns. Highly cut crystal generally compliments more formal patterns.
    • Barware components: Double Old-Fashioned, Hiball, Martini, Flute, Brandy Snifter
    • Barware accessories: Ice bucket, decanter, cocktail shakers, wine stoppers, trays, nut bowls
    • Full lead crystal barware should be washed by hand.
  • Vera recommends that you:

    • Register for at least a dozen double old-fashioned and hiball glasses since they’re both likely to be used everyday to drink water, soft drinks, juice and other beverages and not just kept for classic cocktails.
    • Don’t underestimate the versatility of a martini glass. Perfect for cosmopolitans and martinis, you can also take advantage of their sensual shape to present creamy deserts. Register for 12.
    • Make sure your barware sits well with your stemware since they are often seen at the same table.
    • Remember, if you are contemplating barware with a metal trim, take it into account when coordinating it with your china and flatware.
    • Register for a coordinating or complimentary ice bucket, decanters, martini shaker, ice thongs, and other barware accessories like trays, nut bowls, wine stoppers, etc. that will assist you in entertaining.
    • Always store crystal with the rims up to avoid breakage.
    • Carefully wash your crystal if you are wearing your diamond as it can cut glass.
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