Wine glasses for weeknights and dinner parties

Wine glasses for weeknights and dinner parties

The right glass makes even an ordinary bottle feel like an occasion. These seven cover stemless, stemmed and universal shapes.

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Before you buy: check the dimensions against your cupboards, drawers and dishwasher, confirm induction compatibility for pans if you need it, and read the care notes, because cast iron, carbon steel and wooden boards should never go in the dishwasher.

1. JoyJolt Spirits Stemless Wine Glasses, Set of 4

Stemless glasses for red or white, 15 oz. They don’t tip over easily and fit in any cupboard. It has more than 17,000 Amazon ratings.

Best for: Casual dinners and small cupboards.
Verdict: The everyday wine glass.

2. JoyJolt Layla White Wine Glasses, Set of 4

Thin, elegant stemmed glasses, made in Europe, 13.5 oz. They feel more expensive than they are.

Best for: White wine and spritzes.
Verdict: Elegance at a low price.

3. Riedel O Wine Tumbler Cabernet/Merlot, Set of 4

Riedel’s shape for big reds, without a stem. A good way to taste the difference glass shape makes without fragile stems.

Best for: Red wine lovers.
Verdict: Wine-geek glass, everyday form.

4. Zwiesel Glas Pure Cabernet Red Wine Glass, Set of 4

Tritan crystal glass designed to be more break-resistant than ordinary crystal, and dishwasher safe. Sharp, angular bowl shape.

Best for: Hosts who want fine glasses that survive the dishwasher.
Verdict: Fine and tough.

5. Mikasa Cheers White Wine Glasses, Set of 4

Classic 16 oz white wine glasses from Mikasa’s Cheers line, sold as durable and dishwasher safe. Relaxed enough for parties, nice enough to give.

Best for: Parties and housewarming gifts.
Verdict: Easy, durable and giftable.

6. Gabriel-Glas StandArt Crystal Wine Glasses, Set of 2

A universal glass designed for all wines, in a gift box. One shape means fewer glasses to store.

Best for: Wine lovers who want one great glass.
Verdict: One glass for every wine.

7. C CREST Wine Glasses Set of 8, 12oz

Eight lead-free, classic-shaped stemmed glasses. Sturdy and affordable enough to use for big dinners without worry.

Best for: Big dinner parties.
Verdict: The party workhorse.

Final Thoughts

Start with stemless glasses for every day and add a set of fine stemmed glasses for hosting. Here is every product in this guide with its Amazon ASIN:

  • JoyJolt Spirits Stemless Wine Glasses, Set of 4 — ASIN B01M11A5KD
  • JoyJolt Layla White Wine Glasses, Set of 4 — ASIN B078JZ3V1V
  • Riedel O Wine Tumbler Cabernet/Merlot, Set of 4 — ASIN B00IGN0P2G
  • Zwiesel Glas Pure Cabernet Red Wine Glass, Set of 4 — ASIN B00MIOGBA4
  • Mikasa Cheers White Wine Glasses, Set of 4 — ASIN B0009P5Z24
  • Gabriel-Glas StandArt Crystal Wine Glasses, Set of 2 — ASIN B007PQP5ES
  • C CREST Wine Glasses Set of 8, 12oz — ASIN B086RFDQTJ

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