Of Wine and Waterford (4 of 4) Everyday Celebrations!

Of Wine and Waterford (3 of 4)

Of Wine and Waterford: Part IV Everyday Celebrations!

As we come to the last in our four part series featuring our Fine Crystal Education Resource Waterford Crystal, "Of Wine and Waterford", I can't help but take stock in this splendid time of year and of summer entertaining. A season that seems ideal for casual and chic outdoor entertaining and all the fun that can can bring.

I admit, I've cherished many of those relaxed yet stylish gatherings. A cool comforting breeze greeting guests on a warm summer evening. The sunset painting the sky a delicious array lavender, pink, and orange as a group of joyful friends laugh and lounge on a patio or deck - indulging in cocktails. This is the season of the outdoor cocktail party. Planning a fun, sophisticated and even funky cocktail party has many components including knowing which glassware will complement the beverage and theme party decor.

Here is a quick Everyday Glassware Guide which will take you through the various cocktails and alike specialty beverage drinks for summer celebrations:

- Cordials & Liqueurs
- Decanter & Carafe
- Martini & Margarita
- Hiball & Goblet

Cordial & Liqueurs:

Specifically designed to enhance the body and bouquet of dessert wines or your favorite liqueurs. They can be fruity or even flavored to taste like candy.

Martini & Margarita Martini:

Delicate with a wide, shallow bowl. Also known as a cocktail glass. Margarita: Shaped to allow crushed ice to fall into the well while offering a wide rim for salt.

Hiball & Goblets:

Hiballs are cocktails that are made of 2 beverages (example Vodka and Cranberry juice). Hiball glasses can also be used for one soft drinks as well as one mixed drinks. Hiballs hold 12-16 ounces and are also good for iced teas. Like Hiball glasses, Goblets are used to serve non-alcoholic drinks such as water or ice tea. Goblets (also referred to as Water Goblets) are usually the largest glass at a table setting and mot basic glassware you'll find on a table.

Decanter & Carafe:

A decanter is a container for keeping and/or serving spirits or wines. Decanting enhances many wines. Typically decanters have a stopper to prevent air from entering the chamber. A carafe is an open-top container with sides fluted outward at the top. Perfect for serving wine or even sangria - the fabulous summertime beverage!

I hope you've enjoyed our series "Of Wine and Waterford" and I encourage you go out this summer, visit a local wineries, to responsibly explore wines, and feel confident.

Cheers!

We'd like to thank Waterford Crystal for being our education partner and resource. I look forward to more opportunities to work with them in the near future. We invite all our followers to visit Waterford.com to experience their full range of exquisite crystal products.