Shot glasses are small vessels used for measuring alcohol or coffee. They can be made of glass, plastic, or metal and come in various shapes and sizes, including decorative ones. Shot glasses are commonly used in bars and as collectibles or souvenirs. They can also be used in espresso drinks and as part of a home glassware collection. Decorative shot glasses can be purchased in sets or individually and are often designed based on the type of alcohol they are used for.
A shot glass is a small vessel generally used for measuring alcohol. Sometimes known as a jigger, each glass is usually about an ounce (29.57 mL), while a jigger is actually an ounce and a half (44.36 mL). Glasses come in basic shapes and sizes and can also be decorative or unique in nature. While glass is the most common form, they can also be made from plastic or metal.
One of the most common uses for a shot glass is in a bar. Alcohol is measured in the glass to determine the amount of a mixed drink. Most bartenders will pour more than one shot of their desired alcohol. The alcohol goes from the shot glass into the mixer with soda, juice and other types of alcohol.
Shooting glasses are more than functional. For many, they are collectibles or souvenirs. They are a popular marketing tool for hotels, resorts and casinos. Being small, shot glasses are a convenient and easy to carry keepsake from a vacation or other special occasion.
In the world of espresso drinks, shot glasses have taken on a different role than measuring alcohol. They are used to measure coffee. The number of shots ordered at an espresso bar will determine the amount of espresso in a coffee drink. A double latte, for example, has two shots of espresso. Ordering by shot is a popular way to get a drink in a coffee shop.
Completing a set of glassware for a home usually includes a set of shot glasses. They can be used for the occasional hit of alcohol or for drinking small portions of a mixed drink. In a typical glassware collection, the shot glass may not look as industrial or functional as those seen in a bar or coffee shop. These more decorative shot glasses can have rounded bottoms or come in different colors. Many times they are taller than the typical one ounce (29.57 mL) version, allowing them to hold more alcohol.
When shopping for decorative shooting glasses, the possibilities are vast. The glasses can be purchased in sets or individually. Many stores sell shot glasses based on the type of alcohol they are designed to be used for. For example, it’s not uncommon to find tequila glasses shaped like small cacti. Shot glasses can be a fun and relaxed way to serve a drink.
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