Riedel Sour Bar, Drinks Specific Glass Series 6417/06 - 2 pcs.

Citrus, sugar, and a solid measure of spirit, shaken hard with ice and poured into a glass shaped for exactly that style of drink. Riedel Sour Bar is built for the tart, foamy cocktails where the glass shape matters as much as the recipe.

The Expert’s Description

Riedel Sour Bar is a cocktail glass from the Drinks Specific Glassware series by the Austrian glassmaker Riedel, made from machine-blown crystal glass and shaped specifically for tart, shaken cocktails such as a Whiskey Sour or Amaretto Sour.

The glass belongs to Riedel's range of drinks-specific glassware, where every shape is engineered for one particular cocktail style rather than being a jack-of-all-trades glass. If you're mixing a classic whisky-based sour, take a look at our range of Whisky.

Design & Material

The tall, subtly funnel-shaped glass concentrates the citrus and spirit aromas toward the rim, while the wider lower body leaves room for the drink to be shaken hard with ice before it is poured. The crystal glass is machine-blown, which allows for a thin wall and a fine, clean rim without sacrificing durability.

Use & Recommendation

Sour Bar is designed for shaken cocktails with citrus and a bit of foam on top, though it works just as well for other cold, tart drinks. It is dishwasher safe, making it as practical behind the bar as it is in a home kitchen cupboard.

Specifications

Name: Riedel Sour Bar Drinks Specific Glassware 6417/06 - 2 pcs.
Producer/Brand: Riedel
Collection/Series: Drinks Specific Glassware
Country: Austria
Material: Crystal Glass
Production Method: Machine-blown
Capacity/Volume: 21.7 cl
Dimensions (H): 158 mm
Quantity in Set/Pack: 2 pcs.
Dishwasher: Dishwasher Safe

Did You Know?

Did you know that the American wine authority Robert Parker has publicly praised Riedel glassware and urged people to use the right glass for the right drink? Riedel has since carried that same thinking from the world of wine into the bar with its drinks-specific series.

See our full range of Riedel Glass.

Frequently Asked Questions about Riedel Sour Bar Drinks Specific Glassware 6417/06 - 2 pcs.

Is Riedel Sour Bar dishwasher safe?

Yes, the glass is dishwasher safe. If you use it often for shaken citrus cocktails, a quick hand wash will keep the thin crystal glass looking its best for longer.

Why does Sour Bar have a different shape than a standard cocktail glass?

The shape is designed specifically for tart, shaken drinks. The narrower rim holds onto the citrus aromas, while the roomy lower body leaves space for ice and foam from the shaker.

Which cocktails suit the Sour Bar glass best?

The glass is made for sour-style cocktails such as a Whiskey Sour or Amaretto Sour, but it also works for other shaken drinks. If you want to experiment with whisky-based sours, take a look at our range of Whisky.

Does Riedel Sour Bar make a good gift?

Yes, a set of two glasses from a respected glassmaker like Riedel makes an easy gift for anyone who takes their cocktails seriously.

Where can I see the rest of Riedel's glassware range?

You will find all of Riedel's glass series, including the other drinks-specific models, in our range of Riedel Glass.