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Thanksgiving and Shopping

Happy Thanksgiving! Although it has been quieter lately around Summit Sips.com, we have big plans in the coming months to share more great cocktails, reviews and vintage items. But before

Mid-Century Modern Glassware

When it comes to selecting glassware for the home bar, plenty of options exist, especially if you hope to feature your creations in vintage style. However, not everyone likes classic

Latest Glassware Arrivals

When we first decided to share our glassware collection with readers, we opened the doors of possibility, offering unique and inexpensive vintage and antique stemware to everyone. It was our

Unmatched Sets

When it comes to cocktail glassware, it’s important to have a variety of styles to suit the drinks going into them. There’s absolutely no reason for cocktail glasses to match—in

Tiki Glassware

The glass you use for a Tiki style cocktail can be as varied as the ingredients. Tropical drinks work well in a variety of shapes. Many call for call for

Spotlight: Silver Lining

There’s something to be said about sliver-lined glassware. Take two identical glasses, one plain and another with a mirrored, silver edge. The effect seems fancier and more refined. Silver lining

Spotlight: Etched Designs

Some of the most elegant cocktail images showcase recipes in etched glassware. There’s something about an intricate etched design that lends itself to the idea that the liquid the glass

Spotlight: Georgian Coupe from AMC’s Mad Men

The Georgian line of glassware has a look that’s fancy without being over-decorated. The distinctive “disc” stem is easy to hold and is as functional as it is attractive. Perfectly sized,

Spotlight: V-Shaped Cocktail Glasses

Here’s a fantastic set of v-shaped cocktail stems sized perfectly for classic recipes. Imagine serving your Martini, Vesper, or any “up” cocktail in one of these. This iconic style looks

More Vintage Glassware

This weekend turned out to be a good one for glassware. As many of you know, we are big fans of recycling vintage glasses to showcase great cocktails. That usually

Antique Glassware

As many of you know, we have somewhat of an obsession with antiques. We love to buy antique glassware. Our interest doesn’t actually force us to buy every stem that