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Holiday Gift Guide 2021: The Best Martini Glasses

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Whether you like them shaken or stirred, made with vodka or gin, an olive or a twist — the glass your martini is made in makes a difference. With as many variations of glassware as there are of the classic drink, it’s tough to narrow down. 

Here are ten martini glasses that are perfect for everyone on your holiday shopping list this year.

Riedel Vinum Martini Glasses

Riedel is a brand known well for its wine glasses, you know you can count on them to make a quality martini glass. This set is about as classic as it gets. The steeply rising sides of this glass provide an elegant piece for your favorite martini. Dishwasher safe and sturdy, these martini glasses are ideal for one's home bar. Order them here.

Dragon Glassware Stemmed Martini Glasses

These pretty cocktail glasses have a sparkly iridescent effect that makes them perfect for fun for parties and perfect for pictures. The subtle rainbow color makes these martini glasses sparkle in the light, making them a conversation starter that stands out in the room. They are made with high-quality crystal glass with a shimmery iridescent coating that reflects in the colors of the rainbow with each movement. Check them out here.

BrüMate's MargTini 

This nifty martini glass is actually a margarita-martini tumbler combo that keeps your martini ice-cold while on the go. Brümate’s patented BevGuard technology allows you to enjoy your favorite beverages without worrying about them getting warm. The slim-rim design mimics the normal martini glass, so you can get that same perfect drinking experience without the mess. It’s available in 22+ colors making it easy to find one that matches the personality of whoever you are gifting it to. Grab them here.

Luminarc Cachet 4-pc. Martini Glass

These classic martini glasses are both affordable and sturdy. At 10 ounces each, they are capable of holding double the amount of a standard martini (5oz) allowing them to provide ample room for added liquids or extra space to allow its drinkers to sip without spillage. This four-piece set is perfect for someone who is just beginning their glassware collection. Snag them here.

Phoenician Martini Glass

Handblown from recycled glass by artisans in the West Bank, this martini glass is eco-friendly and visually stunning. Master craftsmen smash the recycled bottles into pieces to be melted at high temperatures. They then add substances to the molten glass, with the resulting reaction creating a range of colors. Working with this process takes an especially skilled hand, and is reserved for the true masters of the art. Each piece has its own unique blend of color and pattern. Order them here.

Crafthouse By Fortessa Tritan Coupe 4-pc. Martini Glass

While perhaps not the standard shape of a martini glass, coupe glasses are widely used to serve martinis. With a wide bowl for aeration and a narrow opening to keep aromas within the glass, coupled with an updated silhouette, this glassware adds some character to martini sipping — plus the etching adds for a bit of a pop. Check them out here.

Lenox Holiday 4-Piece Martini Glass Set

For the martini drinker who also loves to celebrate the holiday season. Help them sip in style with these martini glasses featuring a decal of an iconic holiday holly and berry pattern. This set of glasses is the perfect conversation starter for holiday celebrations. Get them here.

Copper Tiny Tini Coupe Gift Set

Absolut Elyx Boutique’s copper Tiny Tini Gift Set includes a set of two 3oz copper martini coupes designed to be the perfect size for a tiny, colder martini; a smaller vessel that ensures the last sip is as icy cold as the first. Created as miniature replicas of their full-size counterparts, the Copper Tiny Tini Coupes emanate the aura of romance and elegance this much-loved shape is known for. They are even presented in a beautiful ready-to-gift presentation box with damask detailing, making it a perfect gift. Buy them here.

MacKenzie-Childs Blooming Martini Glass

This uniquely designed glass is great for those who love to make an entrance or are always looking for a way to spruce up the cocktail party. The delicate floral design is inspired by antique traditional patterns from Stoke-on-Trent, home of the English pottery industry. With long, leggy stems and significant weight, these glasses bring notable stature to your table, adding instant opulence. They are made of mouth-blown Eastern European glass with hand-painted Courtly Checks, Courtly Stripes, and soft gold and colored lustres, as well as hand-applied decals. Snag them here.

Martha Stewart Collection Blush Coupe Glasses

Ideal for the pink-loving-aesthetic-seeking martini drinker in your life — we’ve all got one — these coupe shaped martini glasses from the Martha Stewart Collection add a colorful touch to martini-filled celebrations. Soft and subtle are these blush coupe glasses with gold-tone rims. Find them here.

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