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Best Unbreakable Glassware for Busy UK Bars

Consider these three options when researching the best unbreakable glassware for busy UK bars.

Polycarbonate glasses are virtually indestructible and look like real glass, though they may fog over time.

Tempered glasses from Duralex and Bormioli Rocco are stackable for storage and offer style and impact resistance.

For a premium option, titanium-infused crystal glassware from Schott Zwiesel combines durability, design, longevity and clarity.

Each one meets the demands of a busy bar, resilience and style. Stay here to read more.

Summary

  • Polycarbonate glasses are unbreakable perfect for busy bars though may fog over time.
  • Tempered glass options from Duralex and Bormioli Rocco are impact-resistant and shatter into small pieces.
  • Titanium-infused crystal glassware is elegant, durable, and long-lasting in high-traffic areas.
  • All these glassware are dishwasher safe, making maintenance and cleaning easy in a fast paced bar.
  • Durable glassware saves on replacement costs, saves you money for busy bars.

Polycarbonate

When choosing glasses for your busy bar polycarbonate options are top of the list. They offer many benefits including great durability and safety features. They are virtually indestructible and shatterproof which is perfect for high traffic areas.

The Elite Premium range looks and feels like real glass so your presentations will still look great.

But there are a few downsides. Polycarbonate glasses can develop stress fractures over time, especially in wine glass stems and can fog over after heavy use.

Though more expensive upfront, they will save you money in the long run by reducing replacement costs.

Easy to clean, just pop them in the dishwasher and they can withstand over 300 washes without wear.

Design options are plentiful, pint glasses, wine glasses and champagne flutes to suit your bar.

Tempered Glass

Tempered glass is durability and elegance and toughened glass is perfect for busy UK bars.

Duralex Picardie and Bormioli Rocco are the top brands.

Duralex invented the toughening process so their glassware is impact resistant and thermal shock resistant. Perfect for high traffic areas.

Bormioli Rocco is another popular option, fully toughened bodies increase durability.

Their stackable design saves space, so you can store more during peak hours.

Rim toughened edges means they are break resistant, perfect for serving drinks in a busy bar.

Also these toughened glassware are dishwasher safe and chip resistant, long lasting even with heavy use.

If they do break they shatter into small dull pieces, reducing the risk of injury.

Titanium Infused Crystal Glassware

Titanium infused crystal glassware is the premium choice for busy UK bars, durability and design.

This type of glassware has great impact resistance and keeps its elegance over time.

Schott Zwiesel, Lucaris and Luigi Bormioli have various designs to choose from so you have the right glass for every drink.

Easy to clean, just follow the simple cleaning methods, they are dishwasher safe and scratch resistant.

Just don’t use too harsh a detergent that will affect the finish.

Customer feedback says these options are long lasting and sturdy and can withstand a busy bar environment.

When choosing a titanium infused crystal consider the styles available for your menu.

This glassware will elevate your drinks presentation and reduce replacement costs due to its durability.

Final words

Choosing the right unbreakable glassware will take your bar from ordinary to extraordinary. Polycarbonate, tempered glass and titanium infused crystal have it all. So choose wisely your glassware, because strong glass is the foundation of a successful bar!󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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