Spiegelau Tumblers & Drinking Glasses

Spiegelau Water Glasses: What You Need to Know

Constructed of quality glass, Spiegelau drinking glasses are extremely clear and durable. Spiegelau has been producing sturdy glass products since the 16^th century, so they've had plenty of time to perfect their glassmaking techniques. Spiegelau tumblers and drinking glasses are constructed of crystal glass, commonly used for premium tableware, stemware, and tumblers. The glass is made of sand, lime, potassium or sodium oxides, and a specific amount of cullet – recycled glass breakage that is added to the raw batch of glass. The ingredients are melted at around 2,700 degrees Fahrenheit and formed into the desired shape. Below, we'll answer common questions you may have regarding Spiegelau drinking glasses.

Common Questions About Spiegelau Tumblers

What is a tumbler?

Tumblers are what people typically think of when picturing a drinking glass. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes, and are constructed of plastic or glass usually, but the one thing they all have in common is their flat, circular bottom and conical wall. The use of the word "tumbler" can be traced back to the mid-17^th century where it reportedly referred to a cup with a round bottom. These cups would tumble slightly – based on surviving tumblers from this century – spilling some of the liquid inside. However, some sources believe tumblers were named because they were weighted at the bottom and would right themselves if toppled over. Regardless of what they were named for, tumblers are now commonplace in most restaurants and homes.

What are the benefits of using Spiegelau drinking glasses?

Spiegelau water glasses and Spiegelau goblets are constructed of crystal glass, which enhances their transparency and brilliance, and Spiegelau drinking glasses are safe to clean inside a dishwasher without the fear of scratching or fogging up the glass. For a glass item, these pieces are extremely durable and resistant to breaking, which comes from what Spiegelau calls the "Platinum Glass" process. When the glass goes from the powder stage to the liquid stage, the liquid glass is passed through platinum-lined tubes. This process removes impurities or inconsistencies that may occur during the glassmaking process, ensuring each glass is of the same quality.

How do you care for Spiegelau tumblers?

Regardless of how durable your glassware is, you should still take steps to prevent accidental breakage. When bussing and storing the glasses, ensure you don't stack them on top of each other. Try not to store glasses on hard surfaces, such as a counter or bar. Glasses placed with their rim down on a hard surface are more likely to chip than glasses stored with their rim up, and glass racks are an excellent place to store your Spiegelau drinking glasses. In addition to preventing breakage, you should ensure your glasses are sanitary. You can clean Spiegelau glasses in a dishwasher, or you can opt to use a glassware washer, which uses high- or low-temperature rinses with chemicals to clean the glass.