A fine Bollinger, Krug, Dom Pérignon, or Laurent Perrier served in champagne glasses has long been a symbol of style, elegance, and celebration. Whether the sparkles are served in crystal coupe champagne glasses, tulip champagne glasses, or modern champagne flute glasses, when the cork pops, and the bubbles are served, you know you are at a sophisticated event, wedding, or in good company.
Champagne has always been seen as more than your average beverage. It’s a sophisticated drink to be enjoyed, with the delicate flavor and fizz the highlight, creating a delightful play on the palate and nose. The sparkles are why the serving and presentation of champagne are so important. The best champagne glasses should always help elevate the drink's taste and effervescence.
NUDE champagne glassware differs from most. Our “simple is beautiful” approach to champagne glass design is intended to let the intricacies of the taste, the bubbles, and the beauty of the sparkles shine through.
From vintage champagne glasses types to chic and contemporary wedding champagne glasses ideal for the all-important toast, the NUDE champagne glass collection is expertly crafted to complement an occasion and the enjoyment of the drink.
The champagne guide below explains more about NUDE champagne glasses, how to serve champagne, and what to look for when buying crystal champagne glasses for sale.
Types of Champagne Glasses: Flutes, Coupes, and Tulips
A premium beverage like champagne deserves special attention. This is why several exquisite champagne glass types are available in the NUDE glassware range:
- Coupe Champagne Glasses/ Champagne Saucers: Recognized by their tall stem and wide saucer bowl, a champagne coupe glass instantly conjures images of glamor and high society. This design dates to 1800s England, and their use became prevalent from the 1920s to the late 1960s—think about Audrey Hepburn sipping bubbles from a coupe glass in Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) or Marilyn Monroe in the 1955 movie The Seven Year Itch. Although the coupe glass design is the original, its wide top causes the sparkles to dissipate quickly. This is why champagne flutes and tulip glasses became the go-to alternative. That said, coupe champagne glasses like the NUDE Round-Up Set of 2 Champagne Saucers, with their timeless appeal, are still a bestseller.
- Champagne Flute Glasses: As the enjoyment and accessibility of sparkling wine and champagne became more popular, new glassware designs emerged. The benefits of champagne flutes' tall, slim design were quickly recognized, as the shape helped prolong the fizz and enhance the flavor. Slender stemmed, fluted glasses like the NUDE Neo Set of 2 Champagne Glasses have a brilliantly clear crystalline form and the perfect proportions for extending the fizz and enjoyment of any good prosecco, cava, or Brut champagne.
- Tulip Champagne Glasses: The attractive tulip glass design is a hybrid of the flute and coupe, and it became popular in the 20th century. The wider bowl helps the bubbles develop, and the tapered, narrow top enhances the aroma and carbonation. NUDE crafts several elegant tulip-shaped champagne glasses. To give you an idea, look at the stunning lead-free crystal NUDE Ghost Zero Tulip Champagne Glass or Stem Zero Volcano Champagne Glass.
How Glass Shape Affects Champagne's Taste and Bubbles
Your choice of handmade champagne glasses usually comes down to personal preference. However, there’s also some science behind champagne glass design.
The shape of the champagne glass will affect the production and movement of the bubbles, affecting the drink's overall taste, aroma, and enjoyment.
The broader bowl of a coupe champagne glass leads to the fizz dispersing quickly. In contrast, glasses like NUDE Stem Zero Champagne Glasses, which have a longer fluted shape and narrow rim, encourage the bubbles to last for longer. This smaller top helps direct the aroma and sparkles to the nose, so you appreciate not only the taste but also the aroma and feel of the fizz.
The Best Champagne Glasses
The best champagne glasses are skillfully crafted to ensure that each sip is savored and that the enjoyment becomes a multisensory delight.
Browse the NUDE champagne glass selection to view an impressive range of glassware and wine coolers. From modern, colored, and pink champagne glasses to elegant, vintage champagne glasses perfect for casual use or toasting a special occasion. Some of the most popular NUDE champagne glasses include:
· NUDE Vintage Set of 2 Champagne Glasses Rounded: Cut from the finest clear lead-free crystal, the beautifully rounded design of NUDE Vintage Champagne Glasses elevates the beauty of champagne glass design and brings a touch of class and elegance to any occasion.
· NUDE Round-Up Set of 2 Sparkling Wine Glasses: The NUDE Round-Up collection features coupe champagne saucers, red and white wine glasses, and these eye-catching sparkling wine flutes. All have a distinctive, tactile vertical pattern, elegant long stems, and gently curved shapes, making them memorable.
· NUDE Fantasy Set of 2 Champagne Glasses: If you like clean lines and elegance, sipping sparkles from a fine crystal NUDE Fantasy Glass should appeal. With a classic design and subtly dimpled silhouette, this set of two glasses is ideal for use on occasions or for casual use at home.
Factors to Consider When Selecting Champagne Glasses
Purchasing good quality glassware is an investment and will add style and sophistication to your home. Owning the proper glassware to match the beverages you serve is a sign of knowledge, refinement, and sophistication. When selecting glassware, it’s always good to research first to ensure you choose a shape and style to match the drink and occasion. When purchasing champagne glasses, consider the following:
· The Shape: The bubbles in champagne look great and help deliver the aroma and flavor to the drinker. This is why fluted and tulip champagne glasses feature a narrow top to prolong the fizz, like the striking NUDE OMNIA Bey Set of Champagne Glasses available in four striking colors.
· The Bowl: The width of the base of the champagne bowl helps to dictate the volume of bubbles created. For a constant, long flow of effervescence, fluted glasses are best, as they have a similar width to the rim. Tulip glasses such as the NUDE Stem Zero Trio Glasses have a wider bowl to encourage more carbonation, making them an excellent choice if you like extra fizz.
· The Stem: A champagne glass's long, elegant stem also plays an important role. It is designed to keep your hand's warmth away from the contents. Champagne is traditionally served chilled, as the sparkles evaporate quickly when heat is introduced. This is why it is best to hold a NUDE Vinifera Champagne Glass by its stem, so the contents remain cool for longer.
Champagne Glass Materials: Mouth-Blown Crystal
When purchasing champagne glasses, one factor to consider, not mentioned above, is the material they are made from, as this deserves a paragraph of its own.
Champagne is a premium drink; therefore, its glass deserves to be made from a material with just as much appeal as the drink itself.
This is why NUDE only uses the finest quality mouth-blown lead-free crystal in our glassware designs, as it is an exemplary toxin-free material known for its clarity and brilliance.
Our mouth-blown champagne glasses have a striking, ultra-thin, yet durable form. Lead-free crystal is versatile. It captures and plays with light, allowing the sparkles and color of a beverage to shine through and delight the drinker.
NUDE handmade champagne glasses are made to be memorable and enhance the drink's enjoyment. From the glasses available in the NUDE Stem Zero Collection to the fine, hand-blown form of glassware in the NUDE Vintage Range, our signature lead-free crystal glasses will add style and grace to your home or bar.
The Best Champagne Glasses for Special Occasions
When it comes to weddings and events, there’s no better way to mark the occasion than with a toast!
Unlike regular glassware, champagne glasses have a particular purpose and symbolize good times and celebrations. When a toast is called for, no other glass will do!
So, what are the best champagne glasses to use for special occasions? Take a look at the following:
- NUDE Dream Parade Champagne Glasses: A Dream Parade Duo of Champagne Glasses makes the perfect gift for newlyweds. Designed with the loving yin-yang philosophy, these beautiful flutes come with elegant, custom packaging.
- OMNIA Dripping Drops Set of 2 Champagne Glasses: Some occasions require stand-out glassware, and the OMNIA Range is perfect for such events! These eye-catching glasses are crafted from lead-free crystal in a unique silhouette inspired by falling rain and are designed to demand attention and lift the mood of any drinker.
- NUDE Heads-Up Set of 2 Champagne Glasses: This stunning champagne glass set was created by acclaimed multidisciplinary designer Nigel Coates. These clear lead-free crystal glasses have an expertly crafted double curve that draws the eye and gives them a delightful tactile feel. They are the perfect wedding champagne glasses or an excellent choice for a gift or home.
Whatever the celebration, raising a toast in a NUDE champagne glass will elevate the moment and help make it memorable.
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