Customized shot glassescan be made in just about any shape, color and size and can be easily customized with any inscription or logo desired. This unique drinkware can be used to enhance nearly any celebration, match any decor or enhance any place setting. Custom glassware can also be used to promote any business or corporation. Promotional shot glasses make a great gift that can be used to reward the best employees or appreciated loyal customers.

There has been much speculation regarding the origination of the shot glass. Some feel that shot glasses originated in Western saloons, while others believe that shot glasses were originally used to hold ammunition. Either way, these small glasses have become the most popular way to enjoy Tequila. Some people sip Tequila, while others prefer shots. Some lick salt from the back of their hand while drinking, while others shun the idea. As many ways as there are to enjoy Tequila, there are even more shapes and styles of shot glasses available.

Die hard Tequila fans will usually have a variety of shot glasses on hand in order to enjoy their spirits. Depending on the person, certain shot glasses may be reserved for special occasions or specific company. These glasses may be placed on display in a curio cabinet or shelf. Frequently used shot glasses will be stored with regular glassware or in the liquor cabinet. It is not uncommon to find a large collection of custom shot glasses of varying styles near the Tequila! Hand blown shot glasses are a unique idea for glass collectors who seem to have just about everything already. Some hand blown shot glass sets are safe to drink from, while others are made for display purposes only. A hand blown shot glass can be made in nearly any shape or color of choice and will have different options and finishes available.

When ordering custom glassware, it may be helpful to choose the style of shot glass desired first. Once the basic style has been decided upon, the decision regarding a slogan, image or logo can be made. Inscribing initials or a family crest on custom drinkware is a popular choice and makes a classy, thoughtful gift. Wedding shot glasseswith the bride’s wedding logo etched into the glass are a sure way to score points.  While creating a design for a custom glass may be challenging for the creatively challenged, most glass companies will offer a multitude of design options to choose from.

Tequila shot glasses can be filled with just about anything from delicious candy to decorative stones and can be wrapped with colorful paper to create a beautiful wedding or party favor. These favors make a great gift that will immortalize the special occasion. There is something truly unique about the pleasures associated with drinking out of a shot glass bearing a personalized message or image. Tequila aficionados might also appreciate custom glassware that bears the logo of their favorite brand of tequila. Whether purchasing one Tequila shot glass or an entire set, there are countless possibilities and opportunities to create a practical and appreciated gift that will last a lifetime.

Why not spend a few extra bucks and get something tasteful. Personalized glassware, when done right, can be a thoughtful and practical gift. Your buddy will appreciate it, and his wife will too. Women love things that commemorate their wedding day. So do it with something that both of them will be proud to display in their house.

Go to Amazon.com and browse through their available shot glasses. Don’t bother searching for customized or personalized shot glasses. It’s hard to find any at all that are actually nice glasses to begin with. And avoid all the cheap garbage that’s out there. Remember, you want something that she’s going to like as well. An easy way to do this is to set your search criteria for prices between $50 and $150. You’ll find this search filter on the left hand side of the site at Amazon.com. This will ensure that you’re looking at the good stuff. You’ll still get some results for cheaper stuff in bulk, but just flip through a couple of the pages until you find something that looks classy.

A good shot glass should have clean lines and a solid weight to it. You can choose something that is either short and stout looking, or maybe taller and more elegant. Vodka and tequila shot glasses tend to be tall and slender and make an excellent gift. Just choose something that you think the couple will like. Once you find something that you think will work, go ahead and place you order.

Once you have received your shot glasses, the next step is to get them etched. You should be able to find a glass etcher in your area by searching for one on Google. OK, the next step is important so pay attention. More than likely you received a save the date, or possibly a wedding invitation. If you haven’t thrown it away already, you’ve got the perfect idea for what to have etched into your glasses.

Most brides pick a font, colors, and even a logo type design for their wedding. You want to reference the invitation or save the date to find this. Then have the glass etcher include this in part of design of your glasses. Remember that subtlty is key here. You don’t want to fill the glasses with words, that’s just tacky. So perhaps include the logo/design of the wedding and the date. You could also include their initials if you like. But forgo any sort of message.

If you do this right, you’ll have found a gift that your buddy will like. What guy doesn’t like shot glasses? But in addition, his bride will love it too. So if you’re struggling for that perfect wedding gift, take a look at doing some classy wedding shot glasses.

But these are not the customized shot glasses we’re talking about. Many types of alchol are best consumed from glasses that are specifically designed in a way to help you better enjoy all of the flavors of your favorite drink. These are glasses that are so artfully crafted and well made, that you would be proud to display them on your bar.

There is something to be said for drinking an especially good whiskey or scotch from a glass designed specifically for that purpose. And there is a nice feel to a glass that is well made and weighted appropriately. Whiskeys are often served in shot type glasses. But there is also a variety that looks a bit more like a wine glass. This shape allows you to better appreciate the smell and flavor of your whiskey. The same can be said for scotch.

But what if you prefer your scotch or whiskey on the rocks? Then you might prefer more of a tumbler type of glass. Short and wide, these glasses make it easy to consume your beverage of choice without the ice getting in the way. Available in any number of styles, these glasses look and feel just right for sipping a smooth whiskey or a smokey scotch.

Vodka is another drink that is often sipped from a customized type of glass. The vodka shot is typically served in a tall slender glass. Since vodka is best consumed cold, vodka shot glasses are typically chilled in a freezer. Glass manufacturers have gotten very creative with vodka glasses. Take a look at some examples here.

Although many people cring at the idea of drinking tequila straight, the Mexican tradition is to drink without the lime and salt. Originally consumed from a hollowed out bulls horn called a caballito, tequila shot glasses have grown to resemble vodka glasses. The are tall and slender, with thin walled sides. More recently, tequila is being served in something similar to a wine glass. The larger opening allows you to better appreciate the aroma of the tequila while you are drinking it. Here are some examples of tequila sipping glasses.

Traditionally when Germans drink spirits, they are drinking schnapps. The traditionaly schnapps glass is tall with a small balloon of glass at the top. They are typically very delicate looking. The clear glass allows you to appreciiate the color of the schnapps.

With the explosion of coffee’s popularity over the last decade, it’s no surprise that there are even espresso shot glasses. Some are even thermally lined to keep the espresso hot.

So if you’re looking for a great gift for someone that enjoys good spirits, buy them something they will be proud to display in their kitchen or bar. Get them REAL customized shot glasses.

In the United States, most people are familiar with the standard sized shot glass. They come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, from the cheap little disposable glasses you’ll find in most bars and pubs, to the nicer thick glasses used for sipping expensive whiskies and tequilas. But the standard for the amount of liquid it holds 1 1/2 ounces (44mL). There is also a “pony” or “short” shot glass that contains just 1 ounce (30mL) of liquid. But outside of the United States, the amount of alcohol you get in your shot can vary quite a bit.

Mexico is known for it’s tequila.  At the time of tequila’s origination, Mexican bars did not have regular access to glasses.  So tequila was sipped out of a caballito, which was a hollowed out bulls horn.  There wasn’t a standard measurement back then.  But tequila shot glasses have are still somewhat shaped like a bulls horn, tall and slender.  In recent years, with the rise of tequila bars, tequila glasses have become popular.  They are similar to a brandy snifter, allowing for a better appreciation of the bouquet of the tequila.

In Europe alone there are several standards for what comprises a shot. In Italy it can be either 40 or 60mL.  But in Germany and Denmark, where you would expect them to go heavier on the alcohol a shot is only 20 mL.  Germans tend to drink schnapps. And the equivalent glass is the schnapp glass. While their shot is 20mL, most schnapp glasses hold around 2 ounces of fluid or 60mL. Most of the othe European countries fall in between Germany and Italy.  Interestingly, countries that share boundaries also tend to share standards serving volumes for alcohol.  The U.K. and Ireland both use 35mL for theirs. Sweden and Finland both use a 40mL standard.

The farther east you travel, the larger the shot tends to become.  Both Poland and Russia use a 50mL  glass.  Russian Vodka shot glasses tend to be tall and slender.  In addition, Russia and many of the former Soviet Bloc countries use a goblet for drinking vodka that measures in around 200-300mL.  This would help explain the copious amounts of vodka consumed by the Russians.  Israel also uses a 50mL shot for their alcohol measurements.  South Korea uses one of the largest shot glasses of any country with 60mL of alcohol per shot.

Towards the other end of the spectrum there is New Zealand. Their shots measure only 15mL. Australian shots are also on the smaller side, coming in at 30mL.

It’s not terribly surprising that just about every country and culture has some sort of small glass for quickly imbibing their favorite spirits. Alcohol in one form or another has been around for thousands and thousands of years. So if you’re ordering a round for you and some friends in another part of the world, just keep in mind that the number of ounces in a shot glass can vary quite a bit.