Elevating the Ritual: The Holmegaard Mikkeller Beer Glasses Are a Masterclass in Glassware

Here at The Coolector, we spend a good portion of our time appreciating the finer things, and that dedication most certainly extends to the world of craft beer. We’ve all evolved from grabbing any old six-pack to meticulously selecting a boundary-pushing IPA or a complex, barrel-aged stout.

We appreciate the craft, the ingredients, and the story. But here’s a question: after spending all that time curating the perfect brew, are you really going to pour it into any old glass… or worse, drink it from the can? That, gentlemen, is where we draw the line. The vessel is just as crucial as the liquid it holds, and it seems the design gods have finally answered our prayers with the Holmegaard Mikkeller Beer Glasses. This isn’t just glassware; it’s a purpose-built delivery system for flavour.

This collection is the result of a partnership that simply makes perfect sense. It’s a true meeting of masters. In one corner, you have Holmegaard, a name synonymous with expertly crafted, premium Danish glass production. In the other, you have Mikkeller, the legendary Copenhagen-based “phantom” brewers known globally for their delicious, boundary-pushing beers.

When specialists of this calibre combine their expertise, you don’t just get a product; you get a solution. Holmegaard has meticulously studied the science of beer and designed a specific glass to enhance every single pour of a Mikkeller-calibre brew. The result is a collection that makes drinking from a can feel positively archaic.

The range is a brilliantly focused trio, each designed for a specific purpose. First up is the Pint Glass. But banish any thoughts of the clunky, straight-sided shaker glass you’d find at a dive bar. This 13.5 oz vessel is a refined, shorter cylindrical shape with a wide opening. This design isn’t just for aesthetics; it’s engineered for optimal foaming, making it the perfect stage for your favourite pilsners and lagers to shine.

As a bonus, its clever form allows for easy stackability, a detail we appreciate. Then we have the Universal Glass. This 13.5 oz beauty is where things get truly elegant. It features a classic tulip shape, which does more than just look sophisticated on your bar cart.

The curved bowl and slightly tapered rim are designed to capture and retain the complex aromatics of darker, bolder beers. This is the glass you reach for when you’re cracking open a rich stout, a Belgian quad, or anything where the aroma is half the experience.

Finally, we have the showstopper: the IPA Glass. Given the IPA’s dominance in the craft world, it deserves its own throne, and this 16.9 oz glass is precisely that. It’s a taller, striking piece with a ribbed body and a narrow top. This design is pure sensory science.

The ribbing enhances liquid movement with every sip, and the narrow top funnels those glorious hop aromas—the grapefruit, the pine, the tropical fruit—directly to you, uniting flavour and aroma for a longer-lasting, more satisfying taste. It’s a glass that engages multiple senses at once.

Whatever style you choose, each $40 set comes with two of the same glass, offering an immediately accessible upgrade to your entire beer-drinking ritual. This collaboration is a testament to the idea that the best products are born from passion, and the Holmegaard Mikkeller collection is a beautifully designed argument for treating your beer with the respect it deserves.

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