You can tell a lot about a person by their choice o champagne and stemware. It’s a very personal choice, and when shopping for champagne glasses, you shouldn’t be afraid to go with what you like.
Coupe or Flute: That is the Question
Did you know that there are two champagne glass styles? The first is the flute, which is tall and narrow, and the other is the coup, which is saucer-shaped and shallow. The style you select can affect how champagne is delivered to your nose and mouth.
The flute is more common because of its obvious advantages, especially in the way it complements the flavour and delivery of the champagne. Flute glasses let you appreciate the stream of lovely bubbles rising—one of the many pleasures of drinking champagne. More importantly, the narrow and tall shape helps focus the champagne’s aromas so that as you drink, you also enjoy the smell of the concentrated aromas. Experts say that the best champagne flutes curve slightly inward at the top much like a tulip because those that are too open at the top allow aromas to escape.
Coupe Champagne glasses are alternatives to flutes, and they can be fun. If you have seen a picture of decadent parties in the early 1900s, then you have probably seen these champagne glasses. They work for champagne cocktails, but they do have an obvious drawback: they let the aromas escape sideways (and very rapidly at that). If you like to enjoy the concentration of aromas that a good champagne offers, then you are better off with a flute. Bubbles also tend to dissipate faster in coupe glasses.
You will find both coupe and flute champagne glasses online, where it’s much easier to shop compare prices, find the best deals, and shop. Planning a soiree? Order early to ensure that your champagne glasses will be delivered to your door well before your next party.
