Libbey Gibraltar 14-Ounce Beverage Glass, Set of 12 Review

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(More customer reviews)These are extremely durable glasses as others have already noted. They are heavy and thick. If you were to drop one on the floor, your first concerns would be about your tile and getting your feet out of the way, rather than worrying about the glass. As for the dishwasher, these ones are ok, but the larger ones can be a problem with older machines.
Pricing: These, and other genuine Libbey glasses, are almost always available at dollar stores. We have purchased several in this style with different sizes; most are the 22oz size. Regardless, they are there, and they are inexpensive. Be sure to look for the cursive "L" on the bottom or "Libbey". They sometimes have similar glasses that scratch easily, are far less clear, and generally do not hold up as well.
Our glasses still look exceptional after many years of use. We also get people asking where we got them and commenting on how "industrial" they are. If your local dollar store does not have these, they are still well worth the price, especially with free shipping.


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With their attractive beveled design, this set of 12 beverage glasses contributes both practicality and style to any drinkware collection. The 14-ounce glasses feature thick, restaurant-quality glass construction that imparts substance and stability for durable use from one meal or occasion to the next. Distinguished by a crystal-clear finish that beautifully showcases their contents, the glasses make a handsome accompaniment to freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juices, soft drinks, iced tea, and other beverages. Plus, their neutral appearance means they layer tastefully with dinnerware pieces of all colors and shapes. Casual enough for kid-friendly meals and family dinners, yet refined enough to set out for cocktail parties or more formal occasions, the versatile glasses move easily from the kitchen cupboard or the china hutch to an in-home bar or backyard picnic. Made in the USA and dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup, each 14-ounce beverage glass measures approximately 3-1/2 by 3-1/2 by 5 inches.

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iSi Soda Siphon Review

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(More customer reviews)Sometime last year I got fed up with buying sparkling water in glass or plastic bottles and then tossing out the empties. Although I recycled, I just couldn't justify the resource-intensive packaging of a single-use product like that. Not to mention the carbon footprint of a product shipped from someplace like Italy.
So I did my research, bought this soda syphon, and I LOVE IT! It totally gets the job done. It's best to start with pre-chilled water, then shake it vigorously after you've discharged the gas cartridge, then put it back in the fridge for about an hour before drinking. All these steps help the water to absorb more gas and make for fizzier soda.
I use filtered water from my tap filter (of course, no bottled water here...that would kind of defeat the purpose) and it tastes fabulous plain, mixed with fruit juices, or with just a squeeze of lemon or lime. Lasts for a few days in the fridge. Sure the fizziness decreases with time, but so would bottled soda water, so what would you expect?
Since buying this model I've also bought the larger version because it makes a bit more...good for dinner parties or cocktails.
I even ran the numbers once, and figured that with the cost of the steel CO2 cartridge (which you should and can recycle) you'll end up paying about .50 a liter. So GO FOR IT! You'll be saving financial resources AND natural resources and it's just the right thing to do.

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Save money on buying carbonated soda water--as well as stay green without all the added plastic bottles--with the Austrian-made iSi Soda Siphon, which offers an elegant complement to your kitchen or bar with its shiny black hue. Great for Italian Sodas, spritzers with wine or juice, the Soda Siphon features a removable measuring tube for easy cleaning and to prevent overfilling. A secure neck threading and a pressure-regulating system provide maximum safety. It comes with a CO2 soda charger that makes approximately 32 ounces of soda water, and additional CO2 chargers are available for refills. The bottle stores comfortably in the refrigerator when filled.

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