Glassware refers to the various types of glasses that are used for serving and consuming beverages, such as water, juice, wine, beer, and cocktails. Typically made of glass, glassware is a common household item and is found in many kitchens and dining rooms around the world. Main types of glassware include tumblers, which are short glasses used for serving water, juice, and other non-alcoholic beverages, and stemmed glasses, which have a stem and a bowl and are used for serving wine, champagne, and other alcoholic beverages. There are also specialized types of glassware for specific purposes, such as beer glasses, shot glasses, and martini glasses.
Glassware can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from tall and narrow to short and wide. The shape and size of the glass can have an impact on the taste and aroma of the beverage being served, with some glasses designed to enhance certain aspects of the drink.