What is a rummer glass?

A rummer is a capacious drinking vessel designed for ale, rum, or wine, featuring a sturdy bowl on a short stem. They emerged during the Georgian period and often display cut decoration, engravings of hops and barley, or square lemon squeezer bases.

How do I identify an air twist stem?

An air twist stem contains fine, helical channels of trapped air running through the clear glass. Craftsmen created these by pricking air into hot metal before stretching and twisting the stem during formation.

Why do some glasses have folded feet?

Glassmakers folded the rim of the foot underneath during manufacture to reinforce the edge against chipping. This practice is particularly common on eighteenth-century cordial and wine glasses to improve durability.

What is a dram glass?

A dram glass is a small drinking vessel intended for consuming a single measure of spirits. These early pieces often feature heavy baluster stems and thick deceptive bowls designed to hold a modest quantity.