Definition

Noun: A liqueur glass is a small, stemmed glass specifically designed for serving a small portion of liqueur, typically consumed after a meal.

Usage

A liqueur glass is used to serve strong, sweet, and often aromatic liqueurs in a small, measured quantity. Its design, usually with a stem and a narrow bowl, helps concentrate the aroma and allows the drinker to savor it slowly.

Examples

• The waiter brought the amaretto in a delicate liqueur glass.
• She collected antique crystal liqueur glasses.
• Pour the Grand Marnier into a liqueur glass and serve it with the dessert.

Advanced Usage

• The term specifies the vessel itself. The act of drinking from it is simply "drinking a liqueur."
• It is distinct from a shot glass, which is smaller, stemless, and used for spirits consumed quickly.

Variants and Related Words

• Cordial glass: A synonym for liqueur glass, as liqueurs are also called cordials.
• Pony glass: Another term for a very small glass used for liqueurs or spirits.

Synonyms

• Cordial glass

Antonyms

• There is no direct antonym, but larger drinking vessels like a wine glass, tumbler, or beer mug serve contrasting functions.

Related Phrases

• To serve in a liqueur glass: This phrase describes the specific action of presenting the drink.
  • The digestif should be served in a liqueur glass.

Noun

1. a small glass for serving a small amount of liqueur (typically after dinner)