The 7 Best Coupe Glasses of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

Best Overall

Nude Savage Coupe Glasses

4.8

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“I'm incredibly particular about glassware––how it feels in my hand texturally, the balance, the glassmaking technique, and the size of the bowl,” says bartender and drinks writer Tyler Zielinski. “NUDE glassware is my top recommendation nine times out of 10 because of how affordable these glasses are given their quality."

He adds, "French bartender Remy Savage has his own line of glassware with the brand, and his coupes are stunning. They're tall, elegant, and can be found at some of the best cocktail bars in the world (I recently had a cocktail served in one at Artesian in London).”

Our home tester fell in love with these Nude Savage Coupe glasses, noting that they’re incredibly tall and have a gorgeous shallow bowl that makes even your laziest of drinks look high-end. We found the glass to be paper thin, and the wider bowl really allowed the cocktail to flow over the palate. We also thought that the capacity for these glasses was well thought out. At 7.5 ounces a 4-ounce and 6-ounce cocktail is safe from sloshing about and looks great because the coupe is flat on the bottom, and a lower or higher wash line won't look out of place.

During testing, we noticed that these glasses are slightly too tall for a standard dishwasher rack, but with crystal like this, you will want to hand wash it regardless.

Capacity: 7.75 ounces | Height: 6.75 inches | Number of Glasses: 2

Best Budget

IKEA STORHET Champagne Coupe

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If you’re a glassware fanatic, choosing the perfect style can be difficult, so some drinks professionals simply don’t choose. Instead, they stock a healthy variety of silhouettes, sizes, and quality levels. “I love a classic high-low mix,” says creative director and drinks expert Larissa Greer, who uses coupe glasses as a go-to for drink styling. “My current picks are a mixed set of Italian reproduction coupes from Food52, a sparkling 1950’s hand-cut crystal pair that I found on eBay, and of course, IKEA.”

That said, we put the classic Ebba Strandmark-designed STORHET glass, available individually from IKEA to the test. Our tester was surprised at how high-end these coupes felt, particularly given the price point. It holds 10 ounces of liquid and is simple, sturdy, and extremely affordable—perfect if you need to stock up for a photoshoot, event, or the like.

These coupes are lead-free and dishwasher-safe. No one will guess they’re Ikea.

Capacity: 10 ounces | Height: 6 inches | Number of Glasses: 2

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Best Vintage-Inspired

Godinger Champagne Coupe

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It’s always worth keeping an eye out for good second-hand glassware at vintage, consignment, and thrift stores, but until you find your perfect match, you can get a brand-new set inspired by vintage designs. (Plus, with vintage crystal you run the risk of finding some with lead.) For this reason, we put the vintage-inspired Godinger Champagne Coupes to the test.

These surprisingly sturdy etched 4-ounce glasses are handcrafted from their Dublin Crystal Collection, are lead-free, and come in a set of four. Our tester appreciated that while these look high-end, they’re incredibly durable. Drop them, knock them over—they’ll survive. They’re also easily stackable—did someone say Champagne tower? These are not the whisper-thin crystal of many other glasses on this list. But these glasses have the appearance of cut crystal—that weighty, elegant, expensive (and vintage) feel.

During testing, we found these to be incredibly easy to clean, particularly because they are very durable. While the glasses look pricey, they're relatively safe from drops and spills, plus they are dishwasher safe.

Capacity: 4 ounces (Note: These are definitely larger than 4 ounces) | Height: 5 inches | Number of Glasses: 4

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Best Design

Nude Big Top Coupe Glass 8 oz.

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Miranda Breedlove, national director of bars for Hyatt’s lifestyle division, has a particular affinity for these funky coupes by cult-favorite Turkish glassware brand NUDE. “These Art Deco beauties are having a moment for me—I love the shape and they’re also a joy to drink out of,” she says. “I judge a coupe based on whether or not I can walk around, do the usual hand gesture or one-armed hug with it, and not spill. This one passed the test!” (Our home tester seconds this—they’re excellent for folks who talk with their hands!)

NUDE’s Big Top collection, a minimalist line with elegant etching, is made from high-quality lead-free crystal and is inspired by the circus. Our tester initially thought that the coupe seemed small, but the Big Top coupe glass surprisingly holds just over 8 ounces of liquid and she found it perfect for bubbles or cocktails (shaken or stirred). Like our tester, you may find that aesthetically-driven coupe glasses tend to lack the durability and design of a practical, everyday coupe. But she found this coupe to consider both form and function, with high-quality construction and (an Instagram-worthy) design. The wide, shallow bowl and a slightly weighted base make it ideal for walking and talking.

The wide bowl makes it easy to give the glass a rinse after use and the fluted stem means you don't have to be worried about polishing. This glass is completely dishwasher safe.

Capacity: 8 ounces | Height: 6 inches | Number of Glasses: 2

Best for Cocktails

Riedel Crystal Sour Glass, Set of 2

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While there are coupes out there for Martinis and coupes for Champagne, these coupes are designed with a very specific purpose in mind: sours. Riedel partnered with working bartenders to make cocktail-specific glasses, and this particular set was carefully crafted to show off the fluffy foam of a whiskey or pisco sour.

Our tester loved the look and the shape of this glass. While testing, we appreciated that the flared lip delivered the silkiness of the egg white directly across the palate and the more direct boozy notes right to the tip of the tongue. At 7 ounces large, there‘s plenty of room for the cocktail and a full pillow of foam, but we could easily see this elegant glass used for a variety of cocktails.

These glasses are dishwasher-safe.

Capacity: 7 ounces | Height: 6 inches | Number of Glasses: 2

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Best Set

Libbey Greenwich Coupe Cocktail Glasses

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Beverage consultant Damon Roseberry has long been a fan of Libbey’s coupes, specifically this 8-ounce model from the brand’s Master’s Reserve collection, available mostly at wholesale. “The shallow depth, wide mouth, and long stem [make] drinks look sleek yet don’t fool a customer into believing they’re being shorted,” he notes.

Libbey glasses are a staple behind bars, so expect durable quality products that don’t sacrifice aesthetics. Our tester appreciated that these glasses feel as if they can withstand rowdy party guests. During testing, we found that the lip was a little thick, but didn't deter us from enjoying the drink. We liked that the bowl is narrow enough that you can balance a skewer or a citrus twirl on it and walk around with the garnish on the glass. We also liked the clarity—as it showcases the colors of a drink.

It's dishwasher safe, so pop it in! Since the glass is on the thicker side, as is the stem, I don't really worry about it breaking in the wash.

Capacity: 8 ounces | Height: 6.5 inches | Number of Glasses: 4

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