The 6 Best Champagne Glasses of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

Best Overall

Riedel Champagne Glass

4.8

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Our Ratings

• Size
  5/5
• Design
  5/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Value
  4.5/5

The Riedel brand has been producing highly-regarded luxury glassware out of Bohemia since 1756, and this glass is no exception. It's "elegant, with a light and airy bowl formed at just the right angle to showcase visual appeal, preserve the bubbles, and really allow the wine to open up for the drinker to properly enjoy all of the aromas and flavors in the glass," says Lea Carelo, formerly the wine and beverage manager at The Register in Nashville, Tennessee. The diamond-shaped machine-made glasses come packed in a set of four and hold 11.5 ounces of bubbly. 

Our tester found this to be a high-quality piece. It's wider than a standard flute and has a more angular bowl, yet it does a beautiful job of showcasing bubbles. The tall shape walks the line between a thin flute and standard wine glass. The thin lip is very comfortable to drink from, and aside from just bubbles, this glass allows you the fresh characteristics of the fruit and a greater depth of aromas.

Our reviewer drank a sparkling Vouvray from the Loire and found the glass highlighted both the electric acidity and the earthy complexity. While it is brilliant and crystal-clear in clarity and sophisticated and graceful in design, the price point is particularly appealing. And far as cleaning goes, this is much easier to wash than a standard flute, thanks to the wide bowl. Our tester was able to fit her hand inside to scrub the leftover syrup from a French 75.

Price at time of publish: $86 for Rose/Champagne

Capacity: 11.5 ounces | Material: Glass | Height: 9 inches

Best Budget

Crate & Barrel Acrylic Champagne Glass

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Who says that a plastic Champagne glass has to look cheap? Perfect for parks, picnics, and any other al fresco application, this set of budget-friendly flutes is made of Methacrylate styrene copolymer, which makes the glasses almost completely shatterproof. And just because it’s plastic doesn’t mean it skips quality—the thoughtfully designed pieces are crafted to reflect the wine’s color and display the aromatics, embodying the classic tulip shape favored by Champagne aficionados.

Best of all, these glasses are completely reusable, making them a more eco-friendly option than disposable glasses. They're BPA-free and dishwasher safe on the top shelf, which makes cleaning up a breeze.

Price at time of publish: $5

Capacity: 9 ounces | Material: Acrylic | Height: 9.5 inches

Best Modern

Fferrone May Flute

4.8

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Our Ratings

• Size
  5/5
• Design
  5/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Value
  5/5

Designed by renowned architect Felicia Ferrone, these glasses were crafted with a designer’s mind. While the glasses have the tall, elongated flute of a standard Champagne glass, the glasses skip the stem of the flute, instead opting for a curving columned base. While they are unique, the glasses don’t skimp on quality—they’re carefully blown by hand without the use of molds. Plus, each is oven-, microwave-, and dishwasher-safe. The glasses come in a set of two. 

While this is the most unconventional glass of the bunch, these were our tester’s favorite by far. The glass is sparkling crystal, handblown, and feels like true luxury. Considering this is a statement glass, the lip is still thin and delicate. Since the flute isn't very wide, the bubbles are largely concentrated. You won't get as much flavor or aroma as wider picks, but it's a fun glass to sip from. The stem takes some practice to feel comfortable in your hand, as it's a bit different than a standard thin stem. The entire glass has a lovely light weight to it.

They're pricey, but they’re a beautiful keepsake glass, and you’ll get many compliments, as they look great on display. Our reviewer even knocked them over a few times by accident, and to her surprise, though they clinked loudly, they didn’t break. Overall, the bowl is wide enough that you can give a good scrub to remove any sediment collected at the bottom.

Price at time of publish: $220

Capacity: 6 ounces | Material: Borosilicate glass | Height: 7 inches

Best Design

Mark Thomas Double Bend Champagne Glasses

4.8

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Our Ratings

• Size
  5/5
• Design
  5/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Value
  5/5

“I love to use the Mark Thomas Double Bend Champagne glasses because they are super lightweight,” says Doreen Winkler, natural wine sommelier and founder of Orange Glou wine club. “Their curved, thin shape makes for a special experience when used with Champagne—you can really feel its layers. These glasses are a splurge but really nice. I think that everyone should have two fancy Champagne glasses in the house.”

If you’re willing to splurge, these are the best option for enjoying sparkling wine. They’re tall and striking but incredibly well-crafted, from the way the bowl joins the stem to the thin lip. They're perfectly designed to accentuate a sparkling wine—and make an excellent home for dessert wines, vermouths, and amaro. It’s really an incredibly pleasant drinking experience that highlights every step of the journey from pour to palate.

Our reviewer was actually quite surprised about how well the double-bend design worked. The bubbles remained persistent a while after opening a bottle, the aromas were present, and the taste shined through. The glass has a wide, slowly arching bowl, which makes it easy to clean. It’s fragile, but it would survive a knock-over or two with ease—it’s crystal after all.

Price at time of publish: $128

Capacity: 8 ounces | Material: Lead-free crystal | Height: 8.9 inches

Best Disposable

Chateau Plastic Champagne Flute

4.3

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Our Ratings

• Size
  5/5
• Design
  4/5
• Durability
  4/5
• Value
  4/5

Entertaining for a crowd? Whether you’re tying the knot, celebrating a graduation, or toasting to an anniversary, a dash of Champagne is always in order—but who wants to purchase and clean dozens of crystal glasses? This set of plastic Champagne glasses channels all the energy of a traditional flute but without the fuss of real glass. The elegant gold rim and funky glitter design add a little sparkle to any cocktail hour and will look nice in photos.

Our tester found that this glass shines in certain situations. They’re glittering, festive, and fun to sip from, particularly on New Year’s Eve. With a large crowd, these glasses will save you time cleaning and picking up broken glasses. At 6.5 ounces each, there is more than enough room for a celebratory toast in each glass. They're made with heavy-duty durable plastic and have 36 glasses per package. When the night is finished, they can be hand washed for future events or recycled.

Price at time of publish: $26 for Gold

Capacity: 6.5 ounces | Material: Plastic | Height: 8.5 inches