Glass mugs: variety of types and selection criteria

Glassware is relatively new on the market compared to other common materials. Attractive products at an affordable price immediately caught the attention of buyers. Glass mugs for various drinks have become very popular. Let's consider this product in more detail, assessing its features, pros and cons.

Before you go to the store for dishes, you need to evaluate its positive and negative sides. First, let's dwell on the advantages of glass products.

• Wide choose. Various types of mugs are made from glass. On sale you will find copies for coffee, tea, smoothies and other drinks. From classic tea gulls with a saucer to custom shapes and sizes. The rapidly growing popularity of glassware leads to the fact that manufacturers are expanding their assortment.
• Appearance. The design of glass products can be varied: from transparent cups to options with drawings. Also, trademarks produce color monophonic options and much more. Whatever the decor, even budget items look stylish and elegant. We should also mention the dark glass dishes. Cups differ not only in color, but also in texture: glossy, matte, rough, wavy and much more. A wide choice allows customers to buy the ideal option, taking into account the taste preferences and design of the room where the tea will be held.
• Practicality. Despite the fact that glass is a fragile material, some models have excellent practicality. Glassware can be microwaved to warm drinks or bake cupcakes.We should also mention products made of impact-resistant and heat-resistant glass, which are not afraid of high temperatures and loads. Modern manufacturers use special tempered glass with increased wear resistance.
• Care... It is very easy to keep the dishes made of the above material clean. Regular detergent should be sufficient. Any cleaning method (hand or dishwasher) will do just fine.
• Price. Affordable price has played an important role in the development of popularity. More and more buyers started to choose glass cups. Such a product is perfect for both personal use and as a gift. Comparing the catalogs of products of various brands, you will personally see that the cost of glass products is much more profitable compared to goods made of ceramics, porcelain and other materials. The price may differ depending on the type of material used: black glass, opal, heat-resistant, etc.
• Convenience... In transparent seagulls you can always see how much of the drink is left. Moreover, the characteristics of the material contribute to the fact that hot tea and coffee cool down faster.

As you can see, there are many positive aspects of glass products. However, there were some drawbacks. The following are noted as negative aspects.

• The fragility of the material. Even if dropped from low heights, the cup will break.
• Due to the high thermal conductivity, the risk of burns is very high.
• According to many experts, the designer of glass products is monotonous. This happened as a result of mass production.

Glass cups vary, and in most cases their appearance is dictated by the beverage that will be served in them.

Tea is a popular drink that is known all over the world. There are many varieties of tea, and a wide variety of mugs for brewing and drinking.

• Eastern. On the territory of the states of the Middle East, a hot and aromatic drink is enjoyed using transparent glass cups. In shape, the circles are more like small vases or elongated vessels with a rounded bottom. To keep the tea at a temperature longer, the cup narrows from the middle. A characteristic feature of these cups is their small volume, about 100 ml.
• Russians. In the days of Ancient Russia, tea was brewed in a samovar. After that, it was diluted with boiling water and poured into portions. To make the drink cool faster, it was poured from a cup into saucers. It should be noted that cups and saucers were also used in China. Nowadays, such sets can be found in any dish store, however, saucers play more a design than a practical task.
• Products with handles. According to experts, English and Austrian copies for tea are considered the first mugs and pens. Most models of this type also have legs. In some cases, a lid is included to help maintain the temperature of the drink in cool weather conditions.
• Chinese (Gaiwan). Mugs of this type attract attention with their unusual appearance. This is a prototype of a traditional, practical mug, complete with a stainless steel, metal mesh or ceramic strainer. Also, the cup will be supplemented with a small saucer and spoon. The cup is aimed at individual use. The mug is convenient for both brewing and drinking tea.

Coffee cups are divided into types, depending on the drinks for which they are intended. Coffee connoisseurs know that there are many varieties of this delicacy.

• Frappuccino. For this type of coffee, a mug with the largest volume is used, from 300 to 500 milliliters. To ensure that the beauty of the drink can be enjoyed to the fullest, glass transparent cups are ideal. For practical use, a handle is placed on the side.
• Espresso. Strong and aromatic espresso is served in the smallest mugs, the volume of which varies from 35 to 90 milliliters. A distinctive feature of such products is a special conical shape and thick walls. Often a double-walled cup is used for such a drink. As a rule, espresso is served in white porcelain mugs, but it looks especially exquisite in transparent glass containers. Note: dishes made of opal glass are just as great, due to the snow-white color.
• Demitasse. Among the wide assortment of glass products, you will find small cups with 90 ml handles for the Demitasse drink. They can also be used for Turkish coffee.
• Universal. If you like coffee served in large portions, pay attention to the models with a volume of 170 to 220 ml. Such mugs are considered universal. They are great for lungo, cappuccino, cappuccino and more. Black glass coffee mugs are a practical option that will be appropriate for daily use.
• Latte. A tall, clear cup is perfect for a latte. Many models have a neat handle and high leg. The volume can be different, from 220 to 230 milliliters.

Smoothie is a nutritious and delicious drink that is a great thirst quencher in the hot season. On sale you can find special glass mugs for this delicacy. These are mugs with a straw and a tight-fitting lid. Most of the products are made in the form of a jar. The standard cup volume is 400 ml.

Glass mugs also differ in size:

• in European countries, cups with a capacity of 250 ml are used;
• in the USA, dishes with a volume of about 240 ml are popular;
• in Japan and China, they use more miniature versions, 180 ml.

When heading to the store to shop, heed some expert advice.

• Decide exactly for which drinks you will use this or that dish.
• Calculate the number of cups you need. If you often host receptions, one teacup is not enough.
• If you are shopping at a stationary store, rather than over the Internet, carefully examine the dishes for defects. Even the slightest crack can cause the cup to shatter under light stress.
• In order for the new dishes to look organic in the room, they must match the interior design. Remember this when choosing.
• Be sure to evaluate the assortment of several stores, and only then place an order. This way you can find the most reasonable prices.
• To make the cookware enjoyable during use, do not forget about personal preference. You should like the pattern and shape.

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