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Whether you're searching for that extra edge in tippling or just a different look, the assortment of beer glasses on the market today can be overwhelming. This article will try to explain some styles of beer glasses and how they can enhance the beer drinking experience.

Variety and tradition

The most common beer glass in the United States is the pint glass, which has a near-cylindrical, slightly tapered design and a 16-ounce capacity; the Imperial version, most common in the United Kingdom, holds 20 ounces (1.2 U.S. pints). The wide mouth allows for good aroma and easy drinking, making these beer glasses ideal for quick beverage consumption -- especially because your drink will get warm faster in a pint than it would in a stemmed glass. Porters, stouts, and English ales are best served in pint glasses. Twelve-ounce pilsner glasses are tall and slender, pairing well with light beers and, of course, pilsners. Their construction style allows the remarkable clarity, color, and effervescence of these delicate brews to stay at the forefront. On the heartier side, you can clink your drinks together with confidence in beer mugs, which have a thick, curved handle attached to the sturdy glass. These beer glasses come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, usually ranging from a half-liter to one liter in volume, and are meant to serve traditional German lagers. For Belgian brew, things can get a bit more complex -- flute glasses are the ideal style to preserve the delicate flavors and gentle carbonation of Lambics and fruit beers, while the fine aromas of Belgian ales should be enjoyed in goblets, snifters, or tulip beer glasses.

The vast selection of beer glasses may seem daunting at first, but this simple guide guarantees a rewarding venture for any beer enthusiast. Cheers!