Espresso Glasses – Espresso Shot Glasses
As cool as some of the designer art patterns are, simple clear espresso glasses are still my favorite type of espresso cups. I love the fact that you can see the interior construction of the double walled glass. I also enjoy the fact that the double walled espresso shot glasses are just about the best type of espresso cups at heat retention.
Espresso Shot Glasses
One of my favorite brands of espresso shot glasses is Bodum. Common Bodum models include the Pavina Espresso Cup at 2 ounces, the Canteen at 3 ounces and the Assam, another 3 ounce model. Bodum makes a big deal out of the glass they use and for good reason. They use Borosilicate glass which is a strong heat resistant glass that weighs less that regular glass. It is basically the same as scientific lab glass. Because it is resistant to temperature swings, it keep warm drinks warm longer and even cool drinks cool longer than regular glass. Their espresso glasses are also hand blown so there is some variation from glass to glass. They are dishwasher and microwave safe. As with most espresso cups, pre-heating is a good idea prior to brewing your espresso.
Espresso shot glasses are relatively inexpensive with many espresso glasses ranging in the $12-$15 range. The Bodum Canteen model can be found online for a set of 2 at $15 and the Pavina model runs $12 for a set of 2.
Luigi Bormioli makes slightly larger espresso glasses at 4 ounces. A set of 4 of them can be found for just over $20 online. Luigi Bormioli also makes larger Latte and Cappuccino glasses in the same double wall construction method in 10, 13, 12 and 16 ounce sizes.
I hope you enjoy using espresso shot glasses as much as I do!