Glassware for different beer styles

Ahein

There is a bar/restaurant that I've visited (more than once) in Savannah, Georgia that has a lot of craft brews on their menu. I've noticed that they serve the beers in different types of glasses, depending on the particular beer you order. Is there a general rule of thumb regarding which type of glassware a beer should be served in according to the style of beer? I'm a real noobie and all I have right now are session glasses and mugs. I want to expand my serving vessel selections to get the best experiences from all the new beers I'm trying. Please help. Confused

ricka182 · Posted: Tue - Aug, 21 2012 - 12:37 pm Post subject:

Yes, certain beers should be served in the correct glass. It helps bring out the full character of the beer. Temperature also does a lot for the beer, but for glassware, check this link out.

http://www.craftbeer.com/pages/beerology/the-right-glass
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beerlover420 · Posted: Tue - Aug, 21 2012 - 1:16 pm Post subject:

I have a small collection of beer glasses and I do think it adds to the pleasure of drinking certain beer styles. Lagers go well in any vessel. Pilsners go well in the V style of glass. Stouts are good in something with a narrow top. Belgians are great in a chalice type of glass. Barley wines I like in a fat glass similar to the stout glass with a narrow top, but shorter. These are only my own preferences and I have tried other combinations which are o.k. I would suggest getting the different glasses and using the "rules" as a map to guide your own experimentation. Of course, I have nothing against drinking it right from the bottle, can, or even with your lips straight from the tap. It depends on the situation.
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Ahein · Posted: Wed - Aug, 22 2012 - 10:19 am Post subject:

Thanks for the great info. Looks like I will be making some glassware purchases shortly. I drink mainly stouts and porters but I do enjoy Hefeweissens and Witbiers in the summer months. I've been drinking all styles from the same type of glassware (Weissbier "Vase"), so I'm sure I'm not getting the complete experience and enjoyment from some of the stronger ales.