what is a coupe glass

A coupe glass is a type of stemmed cocktail glass with a broad, shallow bowl. It is also known as a champagne coupe or champagne saucer. The glass is designed to keep the drinkers hand away from the bowl, so as not to warm up the liquid contents. The vertical sides of the glass also help to eliminate much of the sloshing of V-shaped cocktail glasses. Coupe glasses are good for cocktails served "up," meaning they've been shaken or stirred with ice and then served chilled, without ice. They are also popular for serving wine. The glassware adds a distinction of luxury and is practical for dinner parties or wine-tasting events. Coupe glasses were the serving glasses of choice during prohibition in many speakeasies. They are usually made out of borosilicate glass, which is the most common material used to make most types of drinking glasses and food.