Hiballs

Frequently Asked Questions

Highball glasses are a versatile choice for serving long drinks, cocktails and soft drinks in bars, restaurants, hotels and hospitality venues. Below, we've answered some of the most commonly asked questions about highball glasses and their use in professional beverage service.

What are highball glasses used for?

Highball glasses are designed for serving long drinks, mixed beverages and cocktails that combine a spirit with a mixer. Their tall, narrow shape provides plenty of room for ice, helping to keep drinks colder for longer while preserving carbonation and enhancing presentation. Commonly used in bars, restaurants, hotels and hospitality venues.

What drinks are served in a highball glass?

Highball glasses are commonly used for serving long drinks and spirit-and-mixer cocktails over ice. Popular drinks include the Whisky Highball, Gin and Tonic, Vodka Tonic, Rum and Coke, Tom Collins, Cuba Libre, Gin Rickey and Vodka Soda. Their tall design provides plenty of room for ice and mixers, helping to keep drinks cold while creating an attractive presentation, making them a popular choice in bars, restaurants and hospitality venues.

What is the difference between a highball glass and a tumbler?

The main difference is their shape and intended use. A highball glass is tall and narrow, making it ideal for serving long drinks and cocktails with a larger proportion of mixer, such as gin and tonic, rum and cola or whisky and soda. A tumbler is shorter and wider, making it better suited to serving spirits neat, over ice or in spirit-forward cocktails such as an Old Fashioned. Choosing the right glass helps enhance both the presentation and drinking experience.

Are highball glasses dishwasher safe?

Many commercial highball glasses are dishwasher safe, making them suitable for busy bars, restaurants and hotels. Always follow the manufacturer's care instructions to help maintain clarity and prolong the lifespan of the glassware.

Where can I buy highball glasses?

You can buy professional highball glasses from IG Group. Our collection includes durable, commercial-grade glassware suitable for bars, restaurants, hotels and hospitality venues, with styles to suit cocktails, soft drinks and long mixed beverages.

Whether you're serving classic highballs, signature cocktails or refreshing soft drinks, the right highball glass enhances presentation while providing the durability needed for busy hospitality environments. Our collection of professional highball glasses combines style, practicality and performance for bars, restaurants, hotels and event venues.