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Cheers to that! 10 of the best cocktail glasses to welcome in the party season

Prepare your favourite spirits, syrups, mixers and juices, as you'll be filling these cocktail glasses to the brim.

Whether you’re an inventive mixologist, an avid entertainer, or a glassware collector, you’ll love whipping up drinks with these fantastic cocktail glasses.

These cocktail glasses are serving. From classic martinis to inventive new concoctions, you’ll find that the right glass elevates your drinks’ aesthetic and enhances the overall drinking experience.

Impress your guests as you pour your delicious beverages into these glasses. With the perfect blend of form and function, these cocktail glasses are a must-have, especially in the party season.


The very best cocktail glasses NZ

1. Ribbed Cocktail Glasses

$92.98 (set of 4), at Shop Your Home and Garden

We’ve fallen in love with this blush-coloured set of cocktail glasses. Imagine pouring champagne into the four of these to toast to a special occasion, or filled with your favourite non-alcoholic, chilled beverage on a sunny afternoon. Retro-inspired and dishwasher-safe, these really are the best of form and functionality.

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2. Fusion Coupe Glasses

$69.95 (set of 4), at Freedom

This set of cocktail glasses is summer in a coupe. With an aesthetically pleasing design and silhouette, these glasses would look as fabulous on a floating shelf in your dining room as they would on a tray full of your favourite beverage.

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3. Margarita Round Glass

$204.35, at Farfetch

When life gives you limes, make margaritas! This glass may be a splurge, but it’s a work of art. From the acclaimed brand Maison Balzac (created in Australia by French-born Elise Pioch Balzac), this glass is one of many from their collection that make everyday objects more playful and memorable.

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4. Ramona Couple Glasses

$91.56 (set of 4), at Anthropologie

Make a toast to these delightfully modern, two-tone cocktail glasses from Anthropologie. As the preferred champagne vessel of the 1920s and Old Hollywood starlets, the coupe lends undeniable sophistication to each sip. This contemporary iteration is architectural yet handcrafted, perfect as a gift to sit on above the bar.

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5. Blue Wine Glasses

$74.53 (set of 2), from The Iconic

We may now be seeing a trend run through this shopping edit; coloured glass. When the light shines through coloured glass, the effect is magical. This iteration of coloured glasses, by No. 22, infuses a touch of playfulness into your glassware collection. The geometric blue bottom is juxtaposed with the clear curved vessel, adding a sense of interest to your dining experience.

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6. Java Yellow Ombre Margarita Glasses

$41.40 (set of 2), from Oliver Bonas

Traditional in shape but modern in their ombre colour palette, these margarita glasses are the perfect addition to a glassware collection. This golden hue is reminiscent of summer evenings, perfect for a chilli margarita while the sun goes down.

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7. Maude Coupe Glasses

$78.50 (set of 4), at Anthropologie

Did someone say espresso martini? With a chrome finish, these glasses lend an air of sophistication to any dinner party. The seamless blend of elegance and modern design makes these coupe glasses an Instagram-worthy addition to your glassware collection.

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8. Balance Glasses

$185.00 (set of 4), at Paper Plane

These glasses may test your trust, but they’re definitely not boring. With a coloured handblown glass sphere at its base, watch your drink roll around the table, but don’t let it spill before you quench your thirst. Because of their stemless, tumbler shape, these glasses are perfect for your favourite spirit, on the rocks.

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9. Linear Cocktail and Gin Glasses

$17 (set of 4), from Kmart

With a linear design, texture and sophistication, this set of glasses from Kmart is a steal. Perfect for any beverage, from an ice matcha to a prosecco, you’ll be getting plenty of use out of these.

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10. Audrey Cocktail Glass

$79.90 (set of 2), at Country Road

This vintage-inspired pair of cocktail glasses is sweet and delicate. With a floral design and scalloped edge, they add a hint of elegance to any event. The perfect housewarming or engagement gift for anyone who loves to entertain!

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