Riedel Superleggero Coupe / Cocktail / Moscato 4425/09 - 1 pcs.

The wide, shallow bowl comes straight out of the cocktail bars of the 1920s, where the coupe glass was the natural choice for everything from Champagne to a sweet Moscato after dinner.

The Expert's Description

The Riedel Superleggero Coupe / Cocktail / Moscato 4425/09 is a hand-blown coupe glass from the Austrian glassmaker Riedel's Superleggero line, made from crystal glass. The coupe glass had its heyday in the cocktail bars of the interwar years, before the flute took over as the obvious choice for Champagne. Riedel has revived the shape in the Superleggero line, hand-blowing it in crystal so thin the glass feels almost weightless in the hand. It works just as well for a Champagne cocktail as for a sweet Moscato – take a look at our range of Champagne & Sparkling if the coupe glass is destined for something sparkling.

Design & Material

The wide, shallow bowl is one of the hardest shapes to hand-blow in thin crystal, because the molten glass has to be spread evenly across a large area while it's still workable. The stem is short and sturdy compared to a wine glass, making the coupe glass more stable to hold through a cocktail evening.

Use & Recommendation

Use the glass for Champagne cocktails, a classic Champagne coupe pour, or a sweet Moscato, where the wide bowl brings out both the bubbles and the aroma. Wash it by hand in warm water, and avoid the dishwasher, as the thin crystal breaks easily during machine washing.

Specifications

Name: Riedel Superleggero Coupe / Cocktail / Moscato 4425/09 - 1 pc.
Producer/Brand: Riedel
Collection/Series: Superleggero
Country: Austria
Material: Crystal Glass
Production Method: Hand-blown
Capacity/Volume: 29 cl
Dimensions: Height 182 mm
Quantity per Set/Pack: 1 pc.
Care: Hand Wash Recommended

Did You Know?

Wine guru Robert Parker has publicly urged consumers to invest in Riedel's glasses on several occasions, arguing that a glass's shape genuinely changes how a wine – or for that matter a cocktail – tastes.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riedel Superleggero Coupe / Cocktail / Moscato 4425/09 - 1 pc.

Is the Superleggero Coupe glass hand-blown?

Yes, the glass is hand-blown in crystal glass as part of Riedel's Superleggero line, where the wide, shallow bowl is one of the hardest shapes to blow in thin crystal.

What can the glass be used for?

The glass suits Champagne cocktails, a classic coupe pour, or a sweet Moscato. Take a look at our range of Champagne & Sparkling if you need something sparkling.

Can the glass go in the dishwasher?

No, the thin, hand-blown crystal breaks easily in a dishwasher. Always wash it by hand in warm water.

Does the glass make a good gift?

Yes, a hand-blown coupe glass from Riedel's Superleggero line is a stylish gift for anyone who loves cocktails or Champagne.

Why does the coupe glass have a wide, shallow bowl?

The shape comes from the cocktail bars of the 1920s and 30s, where the wide bowl was the preferred way to serve Champagne and cocktails, before the flute became the norm.

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

You'll find the full range in our selection of Riedel Glass.