10 Cocktail Glasses to Make a Better Drink (2026)

10 Cocktail Glasses Worth Toasting ToFrom vintage treasures to everyday classics, these pieces make a good drink betterPhoto: Elkin Jaramillo, Styling: Lizzie SouflerisWhile the best cocktail glasses may always play second fiddle to the drinks they hold, the right set can turn any pour into an occasion (even if that occasion is simply making it to the end of a stressful workday). Cocktail glasses have been around nearly as long as mixed drinks themselves, evolving alongside the rituals and celebrations built around them. What began as a purely functional vessel has since become a design object in its own right, with retailers continuing to find ways to delight and surprise—from midcentury-inspired picks and granny-style glassware to sculptural pieces worthy of your best Negroni yet.If you’re a seasoned mixologist, consider an impressive arsenal of cocktail glasses your badge of honor. If you’re still working on it—fake it till you make it; your guests won’t mind a pre-batched martini when it’s served in a crystal coupe. And if you prefer a mocktail, your responsible drink still deserves to have a little fun. Who says you can’t sip your adaptogenic preference from a champagne flute? When it comes to cocktail glasses, there are no rules—just really good options.Our Top Picks for the Best Cocktail GlassesA Bar Cart StapleSeema Clear Highball Glasses (Set of 4)Read moreThe Statement PieceRiver Valadez Hand-Blown Glass Champagne Coupes (Set of 2)Read moreFor the Strong StuffItalian Crystal Glass Cognac Glasses (Set of 4)Read moreFor Mid-Century StyleSophie Lou Jacobson Totem Glasses SetThis Sophie Lou Jacobsen bar set brings a Mad Men-esque flourish to your next pour. Perfectly proportioned for long drinks like a spritz, a soda with bitters, or anything built over ice, these stemless glasses are a versatile choice for anyone who wants to avoid going too matchy-matchy with their glasses. And if you’re looking for a different kind of treat, they make the perfect vessel for a scoop of sorbet.A Bar Cart StapleSeema Clear Highball Glasses (Set of 4)Call it a highball glass, call it a Collins glass—this set of four is simple but effective, and made from recycled glass by Mexican artisans. Their minimal detailing and beautiful handblown form come together to give your next G&T the stage it deserves.The Statement PieceRiver Valadez Hand-Blown Glass Champagne Coupes (Set of 2)The whimsy agenda persists. These vibrant, wiggly handblown coupes are a perfect choice for hosts who don’t take their barware too seriously. While a classic cocktail glass certainly has its place, a little unexpected detail can be the thing that turns a good drink into a great one. Perfect for champagne or a spirit of your choice, they were designed with love by Brooklyn-based designer River Valadez.For the Strong StuffItalian Crystal Glass Cognac Glasses (Set of 4)These Italian crystal glasses are made for the kind of girls’ night that starts with “just one drink” and ends with singalong Katy Perry music videos. Equal parts polished and playful, they’re a perfect option for those who like to sip the real deal, whatever that happens to be.The Conversation StarterVintage Bimini Martini Glass Set (Set of 3)These 1920s Bimini Werkstätte martini glasses are the kind of vintage find that feels almost too good to be true. Each handblown glass features a miniature glass animal suspended within a delicate bubble on the stem. A true treasure for animal lovers, design obsessives, or anyone who knows the thrill of discovering something one-of-a-kind.For the Martini-LoverMarin 12-Oz. Martini GlassIf your go-to cocktail is an extra dirty martini with a twist, we’re jealous. Very 007 of you. With a distinctly modern silhouette and slender, elongated stem, this design brings a fresh perspective to a classic martini glass.The Budget-Friendly PickLlen Double Old Fashioned Glass SetsThis old-fashioned glass will bring the textured detail your bar cart has been missing. Perfect for bourbon drinkers—or anyone who likes to indulge in a strong spirit after dinner. But if you’re intimidated by the strong stuff, these tumblers also make great water glasses. They’re dishwasher-safe, too, making them ideal for hosting a crowd. And at this price point, a party foul isn’t the end of the world.For the Host Who Never Does CasualVintage Waterford Lismore Crystal Champagne Coupes (Set of 5)Another pick for the vintage-lovers out there, or those of us who loved cotillion. These Waterford cocktail coupes don’t exactly belong to this century, but they look damn good in it. The intricate diamond cuts and iconic Lismore pattern will cast elegant dapples of light across your table, while the weight of the crystal makes every clink feel even more satisfying.The Artisanal PickFiligrana Large StemThese Murano-made stemmed glasses are the kind of glassware you build a table around. Collectible, colorful, and wonderfully over the top, their swirling pattern brings personality to any pour. They’re almost good enough to eat, but we’ll settle for filling them with something worth sipping.Mina Dragani is a New York–based writer who grew up in a family of architects, so her interest in design is pretty much genetic. Her work has appeared in L’OFFICIEL USA and Domino Magazine, and she currently works as a copywriter at Mejuri. ... Read More