Despite their cheap-as-chips price, these Copa de Balon gin glasses from Argos are made from sturdy stuff. They’re dishwasher-safe, have a whopping 630ml capacity and, as you get six in a box, they’re perfect for parties on a budget. It’s our opinion that everyday glassware should be dishwasher safe. Sometimes crystal and hand-painted glasses add some sparkle to a special occasion, but just make sure you factor the cleaning method into your selection. If you'll be pulling your highballs out on special occasions only, hand-washing won't matter as much. Highball glasses are sometimes known as tumblers, drinking glasses, water glasses, and everyday glasses.

A refreshing gin and tonic garnished with fruit and ice makes a great accompaniment to any meal or social occasion. And, during the past five years or so, the popularity of gin and the taste for craft gins has created an explosion in demand for stylish gin glasses.

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While we loved the look and feel of the glass, we also found it to be delicate—and, in fact, we broke one while hand-washing, so handle with care. We also noted that the angled bottom and small circumference of the vessel means these aren’t the most stable glasses, so be careful putting it down, as well. Our gin glasses and sets are all beautifully presented in satin-lined gift boxes making the perfect choice of present for any occasion. If you would like your gin glass engraved before despatch, we offer a range of personalised gin glasses, available with next-day delivery. We use traditional diamond engraving and laser engraving techniques for all of our personalised glassware, which results in a perfect finish. Made from non-leaded crystal, these 12-ounce highballs are dishwasher safe and come in either clear or pink... in case you like drinking through rose-colored glasses. We observed that, while you can certainly drink carbonated beverages from this glass, its curved shape doesn’t retain the carbonation of a drink as well as a traditional highball glass. That said, the wider mouth of these glasses allow your nose to absorb more nuances, such as juniper and citrus in gin or agave notes in tequila. Overall, Godinger's heavy glasses offer vintage pizzazz without asking you to dig through an antique shop to find a matching set. These classic highball glasses come highly recommended by bartender Christian Nguyen of Seattle's award-winning bar and restaurant Artusi. "They're sturdy as hell with good weight on them," says Nguyen. Their sturdiness and classic appearance are favorite factors from both Nguyen and Ryan Pendergast, head bartender at Bourbon Steak in Nashville.

We appreciated that these glasses felt incredibly durable while still remaining well-made enough to not deter from the drinking experience. Though they have a smaller capacity, these glasses offer a sturdy, weighted base and high-quality glass. The clarity is lovely, and the lip is nice and thin, resulting in a pleasant drinking experience for juice, beer, and beyond. These would make a great smaller highball glass, and also a nice water or juice glass—or even a fun vessel for small pours of beer.READ NEXT: The best wine glasses you can buy The best gin glasses to buy in 2023 1. Argos Home gin glasses: Best budget gin glass Proudly distilled in England, this enigmatic potion perfectly blends together notes of cherry and hibiscus for a delicately sweet and floral palette. While subtle hints of elderberry introduce a tart balance and endow the gin with its striking purple hue. Kate Dingwall, who updated this roundup,is an experienced wine writer and working sommelier. She personally tested each highball glass on this roundup.