Why you need different types of cocktail glasses The material and shape of a glass can help the drink last longer, maintain a certain temperature and even taste better.

If there’s one glass that comes to mind when you think of classic cocktails, it’s a martini glass. And with good reason. As with most types of cocktail glasses, its shape serves a purpose.

These tumblers from Williams Sonoma are made of thin, lead-free glass for a super clean, minimalist aesthetic. Their thin construction also makes them incredibly lightweight. Though not stackable ...