Extreme Cocktail Glasses
The Riedel Restaurant Extreme Cocktail Glass (0454/17) applies the Extreme collection's diamond-shaped bowl geometry to cocktail service. At 250ml with a 113mm diameter and steep-rising sides, it is designed specifically for spirit-forward cocktails served straight up, where the steep sides of the diamond shape concentrate the spirit's aromatic character and deliver it with intensity to the nose before the first sip.
The visual drama of the Extreme diamond form is well suited to cocktail service, where presentation is part of the experience. The wide 113mm opening allows garnishes to be presented cleanly, and the steep sides keep a properly made, correctly chilled Martini at temperature through the drink. Machine-made in lead-free crystal, certified for 1,500 commercial dishwasher cycles, sold in sets of 12.
Key features:
- Diamond-shaped bowl concentrates spirit aromatics: The steep-rising sides concentrate the spirit's aromatic character, delivering it with greater intensity to the nose than a conventional shallower V-shaped cocktail glass
- 250ml appropriate cocktail capacity: Correctly sized for a standard Martini or spirit-forward cocktail served straight up
- Wide 113mm opening for garnish presentation: The generous rim diameter allows olives, twists, and other garnishes to be presented clearly and accessibly
- Steep sides maintain chill: The tall steep-sided form reduces surface area relative to volume, helping a properly chilled Martini maintain its temperature through the drink
- Visual drama suited to cocktail service: The Extreme diamond form is visually distinctive, communicating considered barware to the guest
- 1,500-cycle dishwasher certification: EN 12875-1/2 certified
- Set of 12, trade-only: Restaurant-format case quantity
What Restaurant Professionals Ask About This Product
The Extreme Cocktail Glass is designed for spirit-forward cocktails served straight up without ice in the glass. The Martini in all its variations, the Manhattan served up, the Cosmopolitan, the Gimlet, and similar classics all work well. For cocktails served over ice, the Drink Specific or Manhattan rocks tumblers are more appropriate choices.
A conventional V-shaped cocktail glass has a shallow wide cone that dissipates aromatic character and chill relatively quickly. The Extreme's steep-sided diamond form maintains a taller, narrower aromatic column above the liquid that concentrates the spirit's character at the nose, and the reduced surface area relative to volume helps the drink stay colder for longer.
Place the glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes before service, or fill with ice and a small amount of water while the cocktail is being prepared and discard the ice water immediately before pouring.
EN 12875-1/2 certified for 1,500 commercial dishwasher cycles, corresponding to 10+ years of normal restaurant service life.
The Extreme Martini Glass: Spirit-Forward by Design
The Martini is the drink that most rewards getting every element right. The spirit quality, the vermouth ratio, the dilution from stirring, the temperature, the glass: each element either supports or undermines the whole. The Extreme Cocktail Glass addresses the glass element specifically, with a diamond-shaped bowl whose steep rising sides concentrate the spirit's aromatic character and deliver it with greater intensity than a shallower conventional cocktail glass.
The visual dimension matters too. A Martini arrives at the table as much as it is tasted, and the Extreme form, the dramatic diamond silhouette, the wide rim catching the light, communicates that the bar has taken the same level of care with the glassware as with the drink. That communication is not frivolous: it sets the guest's expectation correctly before the first sip.
For bars with a serious cocktail programme where spirit-forward drinks served straight up are a significant part of the offer, the Extreme Cocktail Glass is the right investment.
Specifications
Care & Use Instructions
Chilling Before Service: Chill in the freezer for at least 10 minutes, or fill with ice water while the cocktail is being prepared and discard immediately before pouring.
Dishwasher Use: EN 12875-1/2 certified for 1,500 cycles. The 113mm diameter requires adequate rack compartment spacing. Use stemmed glass racks with individual support. Remove promptly and allow to air dry.
Breakage Planning: 20-25% annually in active bar service due to the combination of stem and active cocktail service handling.
Why Buy From The Riedel Shop?
As specialist Riedel retailers, we stock the full Riedel Restaurant programme and can advise on building a complete glassware solution for your operation. The Restaurant Extreme range is designed for professional restaurant and bar use; we can help you identify the right products for your specific service context. Available exclusively to trade customers.
Our Guarantees to You
- ✓ No Quibble Returns
- ✓ Half-Price Accidental Breakage Replacement (2 Years)
- ✓ Price Match Guarantee
Frequently Asked Questions
Standard delivery to mainland UK addresses typically takes 3-5 working days. For urgent orders, contact us to discuss expedited options.
We offer a no quibble return guarantee on unopened cases in original packaging. We recommend ordering one case to trial the product before committing to larger quantities.
For restaurants and groups requiring significant quantities, contact us to discuss volume pricing and delivery arrangements.
This product (SKU 0454/17) is designed for trade and professional use. Consumer equivalents may be available through Riedel's retail channels.
Care & Use
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Dishwasher safe. (handmade decanters excepted)
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Ideally, use soft water to avoid stains.
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Avoid using glass or metal to avoid scratches.
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Use white vinegar to remove stains.
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If washing by hand, use warm water and detergent.
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Do not hold glasses by the base when polishing.