We Tested the Best Stemless Wine Glasses—Here's How They Stacked Up

Best Overall

Riedel O Wine Tumbler Cabernet/Merlot

5

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"I love Riedel stemless wine glasses because they never knock over or break unexpectedly and are easy to cup in your hand," says Bors. "This set is crystal and keeps cool for a while. I personally love sticking them in the freezer wrapped with a wet paper towel for 30 minutes before using—then you can really enjoy the perfect glass of chilled wine on a hot summer night." These glasses often come in a value set (which is never a bad thing) and though they’re pure crystal, the glasses are completely dishwasher safe (also never a bad thing).

Our at-home tester found the Riedel O Tumbler to be the perfect size and weight for a stemless wine glass. The product was easy to swirl and felt light in the hand. The Riedel O is ideally proportioned. 

Similar to its dimensions, we also found during testing that the lip of the Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot Tumbler was also ideal. The glass rested lightly on the lips and allowed the wine to glide gracefully from glass to mouth. Overall, the drinking experience was quite elevated. 

The glass was very easy to clean in our tests. It did require the user to be careful, though the glass seemed durable enough to handle minor dings in the sink. The product claims to be dishwasher safe, though we would not recommend putting crystal in the dishwasher. 

Capacity: 21 ounces | Material: Crystal | Height: 4 x 7/8 inches

Best for White Wine

Stolzle Lausitz Power Stemless White Wine Glass

4.9

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Calling all minimalist white, rosé and sparkling wine lovers: these architectural crystal glasses by Stölzle Lausitz have won multiple design awards for a reason. While their clean lines might look simple to the untrained eye, the elegantly sloped walls are ideal for aromatic expression, making these stemless glasses excellent for many different wines (including fuller-bodied reds). Think of these as an almost universal glass, and round out your collection with a few varietal-specific styles to cover all bases.

Our at-home tester noted that the Stölzle Lausitz stemless glass was much thinner than other options (Riedel or Nude) but looked and felt ultra sleek. The glass was easy to hold and swirl and was also light in the hand. Our tester loved the shape and design of the glass, finding it simple yet chic—more triangular and cone-like than your average rounder bowl.

Similar to the Nude stemless glass (and like most stemmed wineglasses), the opening to this glass is drastically more narrow than the widest part of the bowl, which allows for the transfer and retention of aromas, with no dissipation. While the glass felt slightly heavier on the lips than the Riedel glass, it was by no means unpleasant. 

Although the glass was more narrow than some of the other models, it was still easy to clean. While the product claimed to be dishwasher safe, we opted to handwash these glasses.

Capacity: 12.75 ounces | Material: Lead-free crystal | Height: 3-1/2 diameter x 4 inches

Best for Outdoor Sipping

BrüMate Uncork'd XL Wine Glass Tumbler

4.9

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Stemless drinkware and outdoor sipping go hand-in-hand—particularly when the material of the vessel is durable and insulating. Available in various colors and patterns, BrüMate’s XL wine tumbler features the brand's BevGuard technology, which keeps your wine (or other chilled drink) ice-cold without imparting any metallic flavor to it. These 14-ounce stemless tumblers and their splash-proof lids are ideal for outdoor drinking in any scenario.

During at-home testing, we found this to be very comfortable in the hand and easy to hold. We loved that the lid had a seal-tight lock, great for on-the-go transport of your wine. We didn't detect any temperature through the exterior, though the beverage’s temperature inside was kept intact. The glass swirled easily and comfortably. The plastic lip felt a bit clunky, which was to be expected, though the material felt fine on the lips. The tumbler did not dribble when sipping, which we appreciated. The tumbler felt very durable. It will not be damaged from clinking around in the sink, a bag, etc. 

The tumbler was incredibly easy to clean. We just removed the top and cleaned both pieces (lid and tumbler). Note that while the lid is dishwasher safe, the tumbler itself must be hand-washed. We also recommend washing before using, as some chemical smells were detected upon opening the box.

Capacity: 14 ounces  | Material: Triple-insulated stainless steel interior / plastic exterior (glass free) | Height:  4 6/8 inches

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Best Dishwasher-Safe

Schott Zwiesel Tritan Forte Universal Tumbler

4.6

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When we think of classic stemless wine glasses, the silhouette of these Schott Zwiesel universal tumblers may come to mind. The 19.1-ounce glasses are lightweight, gossamer-thin and crystal clear. Still, no matter how many times they’re put through the dishwasher, the tumblers hold up well, thanks to the ultra-durable Tritan crystal material. As its name suggests, these universal glasses are extremely versatile and can help any wine shine, all while holding their own in both indoor and outdoor settings.

During testing we found the Schott Zwiesel stemless wine glass to be a great size and comfortable in the hand. It was slightly heavier than the other stemless wine glasses—perhaps due to the Tritan crystal and its durability. Despite its weight, the lip of the glass felt very light on the lips. Aromas were conveyed correctly from the bowl, as the narrowing of the opening allowed for optimal transfer. 

The glass was very easy to clean, and due to its durable nature, we weren't worried about breakage in the dishwasher.

Capacity: 19.1- ounces | Material: Tritan™ crystal (company calls it “a hard glass that’s resilient to chipping and breakage”) | Height: 3.75 inches in diameter, 5.25 inches

Best Budget

Bormioli Rocco Bodega Mini 7.5-Ounce Glass Tumbler - Set of 12

4.5

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Bormioli Rocco's glassware offers great quality and smart design without breaking the bank. While fine stemware has its place, simplicity and affordability can be refreshing. The renowned food and wine writer, Florence Fabricant also appreciates these qualities in glassware, noting that the small Bormioli Rocco bodega glasses are a go-to for wine drinkers all over northern Spain. The chip-resistant, 7.5-ounce wine glasses can be used for other purposes—Fabricant recommends serving dishes like panna cotta, condiments and ice cream in them.

The Bormioli Rocco tumbler was by far the smallest out of all of the glasses tested at home. It was comfortable in the hand, and rather light, though not the easiest to swirl. And due to the openness of the tumbler, it was difficult to capture any sort of aromas from the wine. The lip of the glass was also quite thick.

The product’s open design made it very easy to clean by hand. But the glass is quite durable and we can comfortably recommend it to be dishwasher safe.

The compact design of these glasses made them easy to use and comfortable to hold, ideal in a casual setting, or when tasting smaller amounts of wine. We loved how versatile they are and easy to take on the go—stackable and seemingly breakable.

Capacity: 7.5 ounces | Material: Glass | Height: 3.25 x 2.25 inches

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Best for Red Wine

NUDE Pure Bourgogne Glass

4.2

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Turkish glassware brand NUDE has quickly become a cult favorite within wine circles around the world. With a wide variety of glassware across wine and spirits categories, its stemless Burgundy glasses are a standout. The thin, lead-free crystal vessels are designed to enhance any light- to medium-bodied red or medium- to full-bodied white. (Though if you’re not fussy, you can use them for just about anything).

In comparison to other tumblers, we found that during testing this stemless wine glass was by far the largest in the hand. We could see it getting uncomfortable to hold after an extended period of time. Swirling was not the easiest, as the glass was almost too big to have full control over. However, those who find larger bowls more “elegant” will likely enjoy this glass. 

Our home tester found that aromas definitely came through and the thickness of the glass was pretty standard. We also appreciated that the opening of the glass was smaller than the largest part of the bowl (in other words, aromas were funneled up through the top of the glass). 

The glass was pretty easy to clean. It required being gentle, though the glass felt durable enough to not worry about. The product claims to be dishwasher safe, though we still recommend hand washing.

Capacity: 24 oz. | Material: Lead-free crystal | Height: 4.27 x 4.49 inches

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