GLASSWARE
At NEBC, we’ve done enough tastings in different glassware to know one thing for sure: the Spiegelau IPA Glass makes nearly any beer taste better. It’s uncanny how much of a difference this beer glass makes, no matter the style of beer. A versatile alternative is Steam Whistle’s Pilsner Glass by Riedel which you can find from time to time in gift packs at the LCBO.
More details in the descriptions from the manufacturers below.
Designed to showcase the complex and alluring aromatic profiles of American hop-forward IPA beers, preserve a frothy head, enhance taste and mouthfeel, and present a comfortably wide opening for the drinker to savour each beer, Spiegelau's latest design is the go-to vessel for enjoying IPA beers.
Together with two of the leading IPA brewers in the United States, Sam Calagione of Dogfish Head and Ken Grossman of Sierra Nevada, Spiegelau has created the new standard for IPA beer glassware.
Capacity: 19.1 oz (565 ml)
Material: Lead-free crystal, thin-blown
Engineered to showcase the “balanced and crisp personality” of Steam Whistle’s Premium Pilsner. The shorter height and stout base help direct the bready, floral aromatics of the pilsner before the liquid hits the palate. A tapered lip concentrates aromas and ensures a smooth delivery of the beer, highlighting its crisp bitterness and clean finish. Includes a ridge or subtle design element to release effervescence with each sip, enhancing flavour release as noted by Riedel’s Canadian VP of Sales, Stewart Risto.
Capacity: 22 oz (650 ml)
Material: Lead-free crystal
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