I've been using the Spiegelau tulip pilsner glass for my go-to for a bit now. Actually, it's the only glass I use except for the Riedel Vinum Prestige which I use for lambics and the like. But I'm curious about the Teku. Would love to hear some thoughts...
I dig the Teku, I've got glasses similar to the Spiegelau tulip but don't actually have that glass. Generally, I use a glass similar to the Spiegelau more often than my Teku. I've found myself using glasses that I don't mid washing more often as opposed to which glass I really prefer (worked at a beer bar for a bit in Paris that only uses Tekus and I am just sick of washing them). Granted the Teku is more sturdy than one would assume. If you like glassware, I would add the Teku to your collection. It is an all around great "tasting" glass.
I dig the Teku, I've got glasses similar to the Spiegelau tulip but don't actually have that glass. Generally, I use a glass similar to the Spiegelau more often than my Teku. I've found myself using glasses that I don't mid washing more often as opposed to which glass I really prefer (worked at a beer bar for a bit in Paris that only uses Tekus and I am just sick of washing them). Granted the Teku is more sturdy than one would assume. If you like glassware, I would add the Teku to your collection. It is an all around great "tasting" glass.
That Spiegelau tulip is wonderful, really shows off a lot of beers well. I like mine for stouts and Belgians and some strong IPAs; it makes the hops seem perky and the malts supportive.
Which Spiegelau glass? They are made by Riedel at this point since the company was purchased. My favorite glass to drink beer out of...the Riedel Montrachet white wine glass. Made to drink vintage French Chardonnay, it is thinner than most beer glasses but has a nice opening for nose.
Like I said in the post, it's the pilsner tulip. I know that Riedel owns the brand, but the brand signifies the product. The Riedel Montrachet looks nice, but it is huge. Too big for me. The Spiegelau glasses are quite thin, very refined feeling. This brings up a good point. How thin are the Tekus? I've never actually used one. This is one of the qualities I admire in the Spiegelau. The thin glass is a real pleasure to drink from.
I probably will add it. Thanks for the input. Funny about the washing thing. Sorry you had to wash so many Tekus! However, I just rinse my glasses with super hot water right after use... No hand scrubbing required. Clean as a whistle. Same with growlers.
Exactly why I use WINE GLASSES. Tekus are pretty thick glass as are most beer glasses. Wine glasses are crystal and most are much thinner.
Ok, cool. Makes sense. That's one of the reasons why I like the Spiegelau. I just don't like a huge barrel of a glass, personally. The shape, the stem, the elegant glass, etc. of certain wine glasses are great.
Riedel Sommelier glass or nothing bro. JK (for beer, at least). I like them both equally to be honest but catch myself using the Teku more just because I like a long stem. I dislike the thickness of the glass though. But on the other hand its more durable, which is why I both love and hate the Riedel Sommelier studd
No worries, I don't have to do it anymore. I'm just tired of washing glasses, but am a stickler for clean ones. Yeah, I used to do the hot water rinse only, everyone has their own methods.It just makes little sense to me that people don't use soap, what if you used the glass while having a meal. You don't think some grease made it's way onto the glass? You also have to take into consideration that everywhere has different water, some hard, some soft. I have a friend who lives in CT and he never washes his glasses. Just hot water, a swipe around the rim with his hand, then hot water rinse, air dry and it's done. No spots, ever. I couldn't believe it, I've never not had at least a few water spots on my glasses.
