Rocks & Lowball Glasses

Lowball glasses have many names. Depending on the occasion and what's being served, they are often referred to as rocks glasses, tumblers, Old Fashioned glasses, whiskey glasses, or shorts glasses. 

NUDE produces a fine selection of high-quality lowball glasses. Each is expertly designed by our acclaimed glassware creatives with style and elegance in mind. 

From the understated, clear aesthetic of the NUDE Finesse Set of 4 Whiskey Glasses to the modern appeal and design of the NUDE Chill Whiskey Tumbler with Marble Base, you will find lowball whiskey glasses that appeal to the majority in the NUDE lowball collection. 

Here’s a brief guide on how to use lowball glasses, why they are essential glassware items for your home and a little more info about the NUDE lowball cocktail glass range.

Modern and Stylish Lowball Glasses

A lowball glass has been an essential home and bar item for many years. Its short, sturdy design makes it perfect for serving a wide variety of beverages, from neat spirits and liquor to cocktails and soft drinks.

When you think of a lowball tumbler glass or whiskey glass, chances are a vintage cut crystal lowball glass springs to mind.

Classic designs, like the NUDE Caldera Set of 4 Glasses, are crafted from fine lead-free crystal and have a classic shape. They are cut with a distinctive pattern at the base that adds character and style reminiscent of drinks served in old movies or at sophisticated cigar and whiskey bars. This makes them a timeless addition to a home bar and ideal for serving neat liquor or whiskey on the rocks to discerning guests and connoisseurs.

In contrast, modern whiskey lowball glasses tend to be lighter and less fussy, with clean lines and balanced proportions. The advent and use of lead-free crystalline means thinner, clearer glassware designs are possible. This has led to the creation of a wide range of sleek, contemporary lowball drink glasses - look at the NUDE Savage Set of Lowball Glasses as an example. These modern, exquisite glasses are cut from NUDE’s signature lead-free crystal and co-designed by the famous mixologist Remy Savage. They are brilliantly clear and stunningly simple, yet ooze character, making them perfect for serving brightly colored summer beverages, shorts, and cocktails.

Perfect Lowball Glass for Every Beverage

Serving the right drink in the right glass makes all the difference.

NUDE’s lowball whiskey glass collection is specially designed to elevate the taste, aroma, and appearance of every beverage. This is especially important when it comes to serving neat spirits or muddled cocktails like mojitos in a glass.

You can serve a vast array of drinks and spirits in a lowball glass. Some ideas include:

Whiskey: Use elegant crystal whiskey glasses to serve bourbon or Scotch, either neat or on the rocks. Whiskey glasses, such as the NUDE Wayne Set of 4 Whiskey DOF Glasses, feature a beautifully shaped wide rim so you can savor the aroma and a sturdy, textured form for easy grip. These eye-catching lowballs are a popular choice that is sure to be a hit with the drinker.

Cocktails: Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Negroni – many of the world's most well-loved cocktails are served in a lowball cocktail glass. The glassware you choose will elevate the drinking experience and add to the presentation. Consider serving classic cocktails in the NUDE Club Set of 4 Whiskey Glasses or modern cocktails in one of the many other stylish options from the NUDE cocktail glass collection.

Spirits: From a neat vodka over ice to a favorite spirit with a mixer, they all look and taste incredible from a lowball spirit glass. If you like a modern design and to let the color of the beverage shine through, the NUDE Hepburn Set of 4 Low Ball Glasses is a popular choice. Alternatively, if you prefer to serve spirits in a classic tumbler, consider the NUDE Ace Set of 2 Whiskey Glasses.

Enhance Your Home Bar with Exquisite Lowball Glasses

Most invest in NUDE glassware or a lowball glass set not only for its practical aspect but also because our glassware is designed to add style and elegance to the home.

Just as a kitchen cupboard looks bare without water glasses, a home bar is not complete without lowball drink glasses. A few good reasons to purchase NUDE glassware include:

• Looks and Aesthetic Appeal: The designers at NUDE go out of their way to ensure that all the glassware is visually stunning. From the contemporary appeal and tilted silhouette of the NUDE Memento Mori Set of 2 Glasses to the NUDE Alba Gift Set, which includes a stunning decanter, a pair of lowball whiskey glasses, and features a subtle hand-engraved tartan pattern, NUDE glass attracts attention and draws the eye.
• Enhanced Drinking Experience: NUDE glassware is crafted to elevate your drinking experience. NUDE produces many beverage-specific glasses; see our lowball whiskey glass collection, which is made to take the unique taste and aroma of your favorite Malt, Scotch, or Bourbon to new heights. 
• Strength and Durability: NUDE signature crystalline glasses not only look fantastic, but they are also remarkably durable. Even those that are gossamer-thin have strength and hold their character, making them an excellent choice for daily use or to bring out on special occasions.
• Gift Worthy: Have you seen the NUDE gift sets? If not, please browse our site and look around. The NUDE Malt Gift Set is the epitome of elegance. Beautifully crafted from lead-free crystal, it comprises a carafe, two lowball glasses, and a serving bowl. It makes the ideal anniversary, retirement, or wedding gift. Likewise, the gift of a NUDE Shade Gift Set should appeal to even the most discerning recipient. The perfect mix of drama and style, it contains a fine crystalline whiskey bottle and two matching whiskey glasses.

Lowball Glasses for Discerning Tastes

For the meticulous or those with discerning tastes, serving a fine Single Malt whiskey or Old Fashioned in anything other than a premium lowball or whiskey glass just won’t do!

Luckily, the talented designers at NUDE pay attention to the details, which is why NUDE is considered a premium global glassware brand.

Every NUDE whiskey and Old Fashioned glass meets the highest standard of quality and design. Each piece in our glassware collection is carefully considered and balanced, and it epitomizes elegance.

If you are looking for an impressive, high-quality whiskey glass set gift, lowball glass set, or top-quality rocks glasses for your home, consider the following NUDE collections:

• Big Top Collection: Crafted from NUDE’s signature lead-free crystal, the NUDE Big Top Range is inspired by the circus. The collection features sets of high ball, coupe, and whiskey glasses, all beautifully etched in a tactile linear pattern that is simple yet elegant.
• No.9 Collection: Fuss-free, functional, and straightforward, the whiskey decanter, high ball, and low ball glasses in the No.9 Collection appeal to the majority. Each of the items features a unique cone motif and heavy bottom that catches the eye and touch, giving this range a memorable and sophisticated twist.  
• NUDE Club Collection: The ripple-effect carved base and intricate detailing of the NUDE Club Collection skillfully combine the modern with the industrial. This collection contains sets of whiskey and high-ball glasses that prove popular with even the fussiest drinks connoisseur!

Types of Lowball Glasses

To sum up, the NUDE glassware range includes a variety of styles of lowball and rocks glasses to suit most styles and tastes.

Best selling types of NUDE lowball glasses include:

• Ace Set of 2 Whiskey Glasses: Inspired by the design of a golf ball, this set of two lead-free crystal glasses have a playful, delicate, dimple pattern that appeals to the young at heart.
• Caldera Set of 4 Whiskey Glasses: Instantly recognized thanks to their deep V-shape motif and vertical cuts at the base, the lowball Caldera whiskey glasses are well-loved by casual drinkers and whiskey aficionados.
• Finesse Set of 4 Whiskey DOF Glasses: Delicate, pure, and non-superfluous best describe the design of NUDE’s Finesse whiskey glasses. Made from fine lead-free crystal, they are a popular choice due to their simplicity, elegance, and subtlety.
• Mirage Set of 4 Whiskey Glasses: With a tapered rim and voluptuous shape, the Mirage set of lowball glasses fits perfectly in the hand. Many wonderful cocktails or spirits can be mixed, muddled, and served in this design. Plus, the beverage's color will really shine through due to its clear form that’s expertly cast from the finest lead-free crystal. 

Many of the lowball and whiskey glasses mentioned can be paired with other glasses from our drinkware range; for more inspiration, please take a look at the glassware available on the NUDE website.