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12 ways to serve beer

Did you know that each beer style has its ideal glass? Choose wisely and enjoy it to the fullest

Beer glass of the Pilsner type, tall and slender, with a wider top and a tapered body, ideal for highlighting the golden color and carbonation of light, clear beers.

Capacity - up to 300 ml

Pilsen or Pilsner

A tall and narrow beer glass, ideal for Pilsner beers. The wider rim compared to the base helps direct the aroma towards the nose. It allows for the enjoyment of the lighter, less intense flavors of these beers. This glass is recommended for serving Super Bock.
Beer glass of the Weizen type, tall and curved, with a narrow base and wide mouth, ideal for enhancing the fruity aroma and rich foam of wheat beers.

Capacity - up to 500 ml

Weizen

A tall and sturdy glass, made of fine glass and larger than a Pilsner glass, ideal for Weis, Dunkel Weis, and Weizenbock. The shape widens and then tapers at the rim, helping to maintain a creamy head while keeping the yeast at the bottom. Perfect for enhancing the flavor and appearance of unfiltered wheat beers.
Beer glass of the Flute type, tall and narrow, with an elongated body and small mouth, ideal for preserving the effervescence and delicate aromas of sparkling and light beers.

Capacity - up to 200 ml

Flute

Ideal for Lambic, Gueuze, and Grape Ale, this glass features a slender, fine stem, typically shorter than traditional champagne glasses. It helps preserve the carbonation and freshness of the drink, while enhancing and intensifying the aroma through the quick release of volatile compounds.
Beer glass of the Pokal type, with an elegant shape featuring a curved body and short stem, ideal for maintaining temperature and highlighting the aroma and clarity of lighter or specialty lager beers.

Capacity - up to 330 ml

Pokal

A beer glass that may come in various styles, ideal for Bocks and Maibocks. It features a relatively tall stem and narrow rim, designed to enhance the enjoyment of lighter aromas and flavors. It helps preserve the foam.
Beer glass of the Tulip type, with a rounded body and a rim that flares slightly outward, ideal for enhancing aromas and preserving the foam of aromatic beers such as Belgian Ales and IPAs.

Capacity - up to 330 ml

Tulip

An elegant glass with a short stem and circular base, designed to enhance the beer-drinking experience, ideal for: Saison, Belgian Ales, and Strong Ales. The shape of the glass allows for a clear view of the foam. It has a good capacity to preserve the aromas and flavors of the beer. A traditional Belgian glass.
Beer glass of the Goblet or Chalice type, with a wide bowl and short stem, ideal for enhancing complex aromas, allowing generous sips, and maintaining the foam of full-bodied and strong beers such as Belgian Ales and Strong Ales.

Goblet or Chalice

Ideal for Belgian Abbey Ales, this elegant glass features a tall stem and wide rim, perfect for creating a generous head and enhancing the aromas. Some models have a gold or silver rim. Chalices maintain the same shape but are thicker. Perfect for serving Super Bock Abadia.
Beer glass of the Snifter type, with a rounded bowl and narrow opening, ideal for concentrating aromas and allowing the beer to warm slightly in the hand, enhancing the complex flavors of strong, full-bodied beers such as Barley Wines and Imperial Stouts.

Capacity - 180 to 240 ml

Sniffer

A short, rounded glass with a narrow rim, ideal for strong and complex beers like Barleywine, Belgian Dark Strong Ale, Eisbock, Russian Imperial Stout, and Quadrupel. It enhances and retains the intense aromas, allowing you to fully appreciate the flavor and character of these full-bodied beers.
Beer glass of the Teku type, featuring a modern design with an angled bowl and long stem, ideal for concentrating aromas and showcasing the appearance and flavor of craft beers of various styles.

Capacity - up to 330 ml

Teku

Ideal for all types of beer, this elegant glass features fine glass and a tall stem, preventing the beer from being warmed by your hand. The narrower rim helps retain the aromas, enhancing aromatic beers. The lip makes it easier for the drink to glide smoothly, enhancing the overall experience. Perfect for Selecção 1927 beers.
Modern IPA beer glass, with a narrow base and a body that widens in the middle and toward the top, filled with golden beer and a creamy head, designed to enhance hop aromas and preserve carbonation.

Capacity - up to 330 ml

IPA

Ideal for IPA beers, this glass features an intricate design with grooves at the base that help release the beer's aromas as you drink. The middle of the glass is wide, tapering slightly at the rim, which helps trap the aroma inside the glass.
Beer glass of the Stange type, tall, narrow, and cylindrical, ideal for showcasing the color, clarity, and subtle aromas of delicate beers such as Kölsch and Altbier.

Capacity - up to 500 ml

Stange

A traditional German glass, whose name means "stem," ideal for Kölsch. It is cylindrical, tall, and narrow, designed for more delicate beers. The shape helps concentrate and enhance the aromas.
Beer glass of the Pint type, with a simple shape featuring a wide body and a slight outward curve near the rim, ideal for serving larger volumes of beer and enhancing the balanced flavor of styles such as Pale Ale, Stout, and Lager.

Capacity - up to 600 ml

Pint or Becker

A glass with a narrow base and wide mouth, which causes the foam to dissipate more quickly, ideal for: Porter, Bitter, and Stout. Traditionally used in English and Irish pubs. With a large capacity, this glass has the downside of being warmed by the heat of your hand.
Beer mug, with a sturdy body and side handle, ideal for maintaining the beer’s temperature and providing a firm grip, traditionally used for styles such as Lager, Pilsner, and Märzen.

Capacity - up to 1000 ml

Mug

Ideal for: Märzen, German Pils, Vienna Lager, this traditional thick, durable glass mug with a large capacity ensures long-lasting use and excellent thermal insulation. The handle makes it easy to hold and prevents warming the beer with your hand. It's the classic glass used at Oktoberfest.