A Guide to Different Types of Champagne Glasses
Uncorking a bottle of fine champagne is always a special occasion, but it’s elevated even further with the right crystal glassware.
Here’s a complete guide to champagne glasses plus some extra serving tips, so you can make your next sparkling moment one to remember.
How does the type of champagne glass make a difference?
There are two reasons why champagne tastes better out of a specialty glass than it does out of a regular wine glass.
The first relates to the way our senses receive the champagne. A properly shaped glass preserves a champagne’s effervescence, so it retains the bubbly mouthfeel we expect from a glass of sparkling. It also funnels the aromas toward your nose, allowing you to better pre-empt and enjoy the flavor.
The second is psychological. The element of delight that comes with serving champagne in a more attractive glass subtly influences the way we perceive the taste for the better.
The different types of champagne glasses
There’s more to choose from than just the classic flute. Champagne glasses come in varieties such as: