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Your Wine Glass: What Matters to Us

4/22/2022

 
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Recently, we came across an online article “Yes, There Is a Right Way to Hold a Wine Glass”. Rather than get caught up in a “right way” versus a “wrong way” glass-holding discussion, let us first say that we are simply happy to know that you are enjoying your wine.

Now, of course, we realize that there are high-end wine snobs who may look askance at us when we might place our hands around the bowl instead of the stem. But unless the wines you are drinking are so special and so delicate that the few degrees difference (if even that amount) from warmth of your hand may bring to the wine will dramatically alter its taste, we will continue to let others focus on how to hold the glass. That may happen, but its not what we spend our time or our energies worrying about.

So, what does matter to us when it comes to your wine glass?
Helping each wine, no matter the price point, no matter the wine type, achieve its stated tasteful purpose for you and your guests has always been our main goal at Stölzle.

​So, go ahead and hold your glass however you like. But, always enjoy the wine.

After all, for more than 130 years now, we have always put our attention towards making sure our glasses perform to their peak and deliver the proper flavor profile that you and your guests are looking for. Maximizing the enjoyment and the experience is what it's all about.

More smile on more faces.

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And, just in case you are wondering if you are holding your wine glass correctly, here’s a link to the article:
https://news.yahoo.com/yes-way-hold-wine-glass-162412232.html

Rum: Serving Up Unique Flavor Profile Experiences In The Proper Glass

4/15/2022

 
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Our 1540031T 7 oz. Rum Tasting Glass is a great way to show your rum the respect that it deserves.
The world of rum is a wide-ranging and fascinating story with such a diversity of flavor profiles there must be a rum for nearly everyone’s tastes. From Puerto Rico to Jamaica, from Venezuela to Demera in Guyana, rums are geographically – and especially, flavor-wise very diverse. Rums are also produced around the globe in other sugar-producing regions such as The Philippines and Taiwan.

In fact, rum’s greatest strength is perhaps its versatility, and diversity, with product types that range from white rum and black rum to dark rum, proof+ rum, along with spiced and flavored rums. There’s even rhum agricole. Each rum type and flavor unique to itself with curious millennials leading the way in exploring each flavor and nuance.
And, accordingly, led by premium, super-premium and above segments, rum consumption is on the rise, expected grow to more than 7% to approximately $16.7B in U.S. sales in 2022. Rum drinkers are more educated, more curious and more particular about the rums that they choose to drink, often trading up to higher-priced options, including aged rums. Therefore, it only stands to reason that these same higher-end rum drinkers are wanting to maximize their rum-drinking experience, much like whisky drinkers have done.

That’s why we have created our 1540031T Rum Tasting Glass. This 7 oz., 7 inch tall beauty is designed to bring out all the nuanced flavors that are distinctive about your guest’s favorite rum. In addition, our Rum Tasting Glass is equally sophisticated in its design and it’s approachability so it will fit well as a favorite dessert glass in Michelin-starred restaurants and be just as at-home on your back patio.
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Our 1540031T 7 oz. Rum Tasting Glass
​So, the next time you are suggesting a premium rum to your guest, make sure you #respectyourrum and serve it up properly in our 7 oz. Rum Tasting Glass. Your guests will notice the difference.

More smiles on more faces.
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Thank You to Tableware International!

3/29/2022

 
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We are very excited and proud to be an Award of Excellence winner from Tableware International magazine. As hospitality is a major part of all we do, winning the Hospitality Glassware award is especially meaningful. In America, we are proud to work with our partner company RAK Porcelain USA.
Thank you again to Tableware International.

More smiles on more faces.
#BornInFire
 #StoelzleForLife​

Whites or Reds: Keep Those Smiles Coming with Our EXPERIENCE Collection

3/26/2022

 
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Nothing beats a crisp, refreshing white wine, especially as the temperatures climb as the seasons change. But – just being honest – our heart belongs to reds. And reds of all types. And we realize that many out there feel exactly the same way about their whites. We get it.
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That’s why the recent article by the online site Drizly caught our attention: 5 Red Wines for White Wine Drinkers. In case you’re not familiar with Drizly, besides being a favorite of ours, they are the largest online marketplace for alcohol in North America. On the Drizly website it states that their “purpose is to be there when it matters – committed to life's moments and the people who create them. We partner with thousands of retailers in more than 1,400 cities to empower them to grow their businesses and make our customers' good times better. Drizly is available to 100M+ customers and counting across the U.S. and Canada.”

Back to the topic at-hand, “red wines for white wine drinkers” our thoughts are “Why should someone have to choose? Why not enjoy both?
​And, what is the right glass for maximizing those good times and creating those all-important smiles? Our EXPERIENCE collection began as a glass that was originally developed as the perfect glass for white wines, developed together with sommeliers to be the perfect glass for white wines, particularly for different Riesling wines.

However, the design, functionality and overall performance of the glass proved to be so excellent that many people didn’t want to waive the special experience with other types of wine – and the EXPERIENCE collection of wine glasses was born.
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So, if you happen to be one of those die-hard white wine lovers, we completely understand. But, if you read the Drizly article and decide you might want to try a red wine once in a while (or maybe serve them to your guests) consider our EXPERIENCE collection as a glass that will bring out the best in whichever wine you are serving.

More smiles on more faces.
#BornInFire  #StoelzleForLife

Looking for a great online source for your wines and spirits, visit Drizly here: https://drizly.com/​

Seeking Great Wine & Food on Your Vacation? Make Sure Wine Bar George in Disney Springs is On Your List of Considerations.

3/20/2022

 
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(from left to right) Our own Jay Allie, with Executive Chef Ron Rupert, Master Sommelier George Milotes and President John Marino from RAK USA, our hospitality distribution partner.
With travel and tourism sectors opening back up once again, more families are considering their vacation travel destinations.

​No vacation destination list can be complete without Orlando’s Walt Disney World on it. And, for those considering Florida’s Disney for their vacation must also make it a point to visit one of our favorites – 
Wine Bar George – in Disney Springs.
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​Here’s what the DisneyFoodBlog.com has to say about this Master Sommelier-run restaurant:
“Wine Bar George is the only Master Sommelier-owned wine bar in the state of Florida. The “George” in Wine Bar George is Master Sommelier George Miliotes. Miliotes was previously best known in the Disney culinary scene as a member of the opening team of the Contemporary Resort’s signature restaurant, California Grill.

The inviting 210-seat wine bar offers more than 130 choices by the ounce, bottle, and glass. A menu of small plates and shareable entrees — created in partnership with Executive Chef Ron Rupert — complements the wine selection with terrific food. And the Wine Country Brunch is an option for guests on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Wine Bar George never fails to impress, and provides a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere to wine novices and connoisseurs alike.”
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Great wine and great food, served by some of the nicest people you will meet while on your vacation. All served a casual and straightforward manner. And, we are very proud to say that the team at Wine Bar George are long-time, loyal fans of Stölzle glassware.

So, the next time you are headed down Orlando way – whether you’re on vacation or simply looking for an enjoying meal, put Wine Bar George in Disney Springs at the top of your list.

Here’s a link to the Wine Bar George website: https://winebargeorge.com/

More smiles on more faces.
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Our Quatrophil Pinot-Burgundy Glass: Improving Wines at All Levels

3/13/2022

 
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We love it when we’re lucky enough to find a great tasting wine at a similarly great price. Last week, the UK-based newspaper The Guardian ran an article by wine expert Fiona Beckett on how to improve your chances of doing that with one of our favorite varietals, pinot noir.
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And now, even if the specific wines mentioned in the newspaper story are not available where you shop, another thought might be is to look for other pinot noirs or burgundies from these same regions that might be of good value. Hopefully, you’ll find success.
One way to add value to whatever pinot noirs you are drinking is to make sure you serve it in one of the high-performance pinot-burgundy glasses from Stölzle. Lately, we have re-fallen in love with our Quatrophil Pinot-Burgundy glass. We love both how smooth and silky the wine looks in the large, 25 oz. bowl of the Quatrophil glass and we also love how great the glass feels as we hold it. With a well-balanced design and an equally well-made stem, wines just seem to “feel” a bit more elegant when we drink them out of our Quatrophil Pinot Burgundy glass.

So, good luck as you hunt down those elusive well-priced pinot noirs, But always remember that Stölzle’s Quatrophil will make virtually ANY wine taste better – any you shouldn’t have any problem finding Quatrophil at your local wine glass resource.
​Cheers!

More smiles on more faces.
#BornInFire  #StoelzleForLife
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Stölzle’s 25 oz. Pinot-Burgundy glass
For a link to the article in The Guardian, please visit: 
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2022/mar/11/how-to-find-a-good-pinot-noir-that-wont-put-you-in-the-red

STARlight: Refined Durability = Grace Under Pressure

2/26/2022

 
Our STARlight stem glass series: Never before has machine-made glass been produced so close to mouth-blown glass with a gracefully slim stem and a gentle thin-walled bowl. The special feature of this series is the fineness of the glass. Nevertheless, they are extremely resistant to breakage.
More smiles on more faces.
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Learning About Whiskey: Keep It Simple - and Enjoy!

2/20/2022

 
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When educating yourself about whiskey, we think Step 1 is to start with the right glass.
A few months back, the website The Manual, posted an article titled "How To Drink Whisky: A Beginner's Guide". Now, we appreciate the idea that The Manual and the articles author - J. Fergus - are trying to educate and make whiskey more understandable and approachable to novice drinkers. The article is filled with informative sections like "What Is Whiskey", "Enjoying Whiskey Neat or with Water" and Whiskey Cocktails.

But, we would offer up an alternative 3-step educational "keep it simple" practice that would start with:
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Our Nosing Glass is perfectly designed to bring out all the subtle nuances of your favorite whiskey.
Step 1: Selecting the perfect whiskey glass to begin your journey into beverage excellence. That's where we can help. With our wide range starting with the world's most popular Glencairn Glass (The Modern even used a silhouette of this best seller in its article), our own Nosing Glass (above) and a wide assortment of Tumblers, Stölzle has just the right glass whether you are starting out "neat" or with a little water or ice.

Step 2: Select the right whiskey that fits in both your palate - and your pocketbook. For the palate part, ask your local friendly professional bartender - that's why they are the pros - for their recommendation. After all, they know you best, right? For the pocketbook part, don't overspend. Overspending in the beginning can be easy to do. Don't fall prey, as you can always upgrade your spending later. For now, keep it simple.

Step 3: Relax and enjoy. Both by yourself and with friends. However you enjoy your whiskey.

​Remember not to overthink the process and definitely don't drink to impress anyone but yourself and your own personal tastes.


Here's a link to the article from The Modern: 
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-drink-whiskey/​www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-drink-whiskey/

Remember. Simple and straightforward. That's what we like.

More smile on more faces.
​#BornInFire  #StoelzleForLife
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Veuve Clicquot: A Magical Partner for Our Quatrophil

2/18/2022

 
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​Recently, in their article describing France’s Veuve Clicquot champagne as being “synonymous with celebration” Luxe Digital provided a great brief summary of the heritage of one of our favorite champagne brands. Describing the process that creates Veuve Clicquot champagne, the article gives just enough information for both the novice and the experienced champagne lover. Always approachable, Veuve Clicquot never disappoints. After all, if you have been creating magic for 250 years, you must know a thing or two about your craft. Oui?

For us, few things taste better – and make us smile more -  than that initial sip of Veuve Clicquot’s Le Grande Dame from one of our Quatrophil Flutes. Perhaps it’s the soft elegance of the Pinot Noir grapes or maybe it’s the subtle influence of Chardonnay that makes Le Grande Dame so magical. And, there’s no doubt that our Quatrophil brings it all together so very well.

And, just like Veuve Clicquot, Stölzle has a long heritage of crafting excellence. Our artisan makers have been producing high-performance and approachable wine glasses for more than 130+ years. With their premier fine champagne and our world class glassware, it might described it as a match made in alchemy.
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Quatrophil Flute
So, the next time you are looking for a little magic, serve yourself and someone you love a little (or a lot) of Veuve Clicquot’s Le Grande Dame in a couple of our Quatrophil flutes and watch the magic begin.
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More smiles on more faces.
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To read the Luxe Digital article, please visit: https://luxe.digital/brand/veuve-clicquot/
Or you can visit the Veuve Clicquot website: https://www.veuveclicquot.com/en-us

Jay Allie Visits New Washington DC- area Showroom for One Source Hospitality

2/4/2022

 
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Our own Senior VP of Sales and Marketing, Jay Allie recently visited with our foodservice/hospitality sales representative Michael Miguelez for a tour of his company's new showroom just outside of Washington, DC.

With his company One Source Hospitality, Mike covers the DC/VA/MD markets for us calling on a full range of hospitality customers as he represents not only Stölzle, but RAK Porcelain USA, Service Ideas, Inc. and multiple other top hospitality brands.

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