From Mother’s Day to any of your important anniversaries, engraved glasses make great gifts for wine lovers. However, before selecting an inscription, it’s worth carefully considering which type of glass to buy. Wine glasses are designed to maximise the enjoyment and appreciation of those drinking, and vary greatly between those for red and white. (more…)
When most drinks enthusiasts consider establishing a home bar, they typically start selecting luxury engraved glasses and bottles from the best brands. Now, a collaboration between a South African artist, known as Johnathan Shultz, and Pernod Ricard is offering another option. However, interested parties will need to act fast and have plenty of funds at their disposal. (more…)
There's nothing like opening a new bottle of red, white or sparkling wine and taking that first sip from your favourite engraved wine glass. However, have you ever thought about which type of wine glass is best for certain wines? (more…)
With home and garden bars more popular than ever, it is essential that you have the appropriate glassware to complete the experience. Here are three types of glasses, and details of (more…)
In May last year, the United Nations approved an application submitted by the International Commission on Glass, ICOM-Glass and the Community Glass Associations for the UN International Year of Glass (IYOG) to take place (more…)
With Christmas around the corner, engraved glassware makes for a special, personalised gift for loved ones and friends. Read on for a short history of glassmaking, from ancient times to (more…)
A recently aired episode of the Antiques Roadshow stunned viewers as a guest who had purchased some glassware for only £4 was told it was (more…)
Distillers of whisky have experimented with different casks and woods to impart unique flavours in their beverages. In the same way, glassblowers have made various types of glasses to improve the flavour.Engraved glasses make (more…)
A recent episode of Antiques Roadshow told the story of a much-loved family heirloom that was passed down through the generations – and was worth a (more…)
The work of a local wood engraver has inspired an up-and-coming new artist, Phoebe Connolly, to present a new exhibition of her work in (more…)
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