A Guide to Beer Glasses
Vessels for beer drinking date all the way back to 9,000 BC. From early cups made of stone and wood, to enameled glass beakers, stoneware, and pewter, as long as there was beer there was a cup for it. Having the right glassware for your beer varietals is essential...
Breaking Down the Wine Glass
A wine glass can be broken down into four parts; the base, the stem, the bowl, and the rim. The base provides stability to the glass, and from the base comes the stem which provides something for the taster to hold on to without affecting the temperature of the...
Water and the Alcohol Industry
On March 22, we celebrate World Water Day. Water is essential in the manufacturing and agricultural processes of your favourite drinks. Did you know that it can take 60-180L of water to make just 1L of beer? We need to work together to improve and support water sustainability in...
The Need To Clean; How To Take Care Of Your Growlers
Growlers are the perfect vessel to take your drink of choice straight from the tap. But like all glassware, it needs to be cleaned. Let’s breakdown the signs of a dirty growler, how you should go about cleaning them, and storage conditions. One sign that your growler is ready...
Glassware Matters: Glassware Handling Instructions
Glassware Matters: Glassware Handling Instructions Did you know? All heavy sham (thick base) and oversized glassware must be handled with care due to the very nature of the glass. The thick sham (base) will always retain heat longer than the thinner side of the glass. Touch a warm glass...
Glassware Matters: Why glassware has various designs Part 1 – Wine Glasses
Glassware Matters: Why are glasses designed? Part 1 – Wine Glasses. Zenan is not only the largest glassware decorator in Canada for over 27 years, we pride ourselves in educating our customers. “Glassware Matters” was started to discuss and educate people on all matters of glassware, decorating and up...
Wine Glasses 101
Wine Glasses In order to get the most enjoyment out of every bottle of wine, it is necessary to give at least a little thought to choosing the wine glasses you plan to use. There are many different types of wine glasses, varying in style and quality. There are...
Glassware 101
Picking the Right Glass Glassware does a lot more than just hold beverages. Try to pick the right glass for the right beer. The shape and size of your glass will enhance the aromas and flavours and create a more enjoyable experience. Stemmed glasses can be enjoyed for both...
Liquor 101
History The art of distillation began with the Babylonians in Mesopotamia (in what is now Iraq) from at least the 2nd millennium BC with perfumes and aromatics being distilled long before potable spirits. Distillation was brought from Africa to Europe by the Moors, and its use spread through the...