Plastic Wine Glass 20pc

These are disposable plastic wine glasses, sold in a pack of 20, so the usual wine notes on grape, tannin and oak don't apply. The useful questions are where they work, how to use them well, and which wines suit them. Plastic stemmed glasses like these are meant for settings where glass is awkward or risky: picnics, poolside gatherings, outdoor tastings, tailgates, large family get-togethers and events where breakage is a concern. A pack of 20 covers a mid-sized group without washing up. Check the pack for the exact capacity and stem design, since sizes vary between products. Most plastic wine cups are sized for a standard pour of about 150 ml, with extra room to swirl. Plastic doesn't hold temperature the way thin glass does, and it has a more neutral feel in the hand. Chill white, rosé and sparkling wines in the bottle first, and pour just before serving so the wine stays cool. Red wines are best poured at a slightly cool room temperature, and a smaller pour keeps the wine from warming in your hand. Keep delicate, aromatic wines such as Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Noir for real glassware if you can, because plastic doesn't concentrate aroma as well. Easy-drinking styles like rosé, Prosecco, Pinot Grigio and fruit-forward reds like Merlot or Beaujolais-style wines work well in disposable cups. For a gathering, plan on roughly two to three glasses per guest, since people tend to set them down and pick up a fresh one. A marker or a stack of drink charms helps guests keep track of their own cup. These aren't intended for decanting wine into, so decant into a jug or carafe first and pour from there. Wash-and-reuse suitability depends on the material, so check the pack for care guidance before putting them in a dishwasher. Otherwise treat them as single-use and recycle where your local rules allow.