Drinking glasses are a necessity, whether you’re rehydrating with water, serving a casual spot of wine, or sipping orange juice with your pancakes on a Saturday morning.

When I went about reviewing glassware, I was intimidated by the number of options and the subjectivity of it all. Just because I like drinking from bright pink spheres doesn’t mean you will. Ultimately, I tested 22 highly rated offerings that would fit into many kitchens and lifestyles. I chose seven winners that are versatile, reliable, solid, and nice-looking. They looked great on my tabletop, as well as holding my beverage of choice.

The Tests

I filled each glass with seltzer and ice and sipped, noting if it was pleasant. Serious Eats / Grace Kelly

Drinking Water Test: I had three users with different hand sizes use each glass to drink water.

Stacking Test : I stacked all the stackable glasses and examined how easily they fit together.

Seltzer and Ice Test: I filled the glasses with 1/2 cup of ice and topped them with seltzer.…