Kate Dingwall, who updated this roundup,is an experienced wine writer and working sommelier. She personally tested each highball glass on this roundup.

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If you’re wary of an accidental party foul, opt for a durable plastic option instead — this four-piece set of multicolored highball glasses are made of shatterproof, BPA-free plastic.

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Highball glasses are sometimes known as tumblers, drinking glasses, water glasses, and everyday glasses. Highball glasses made with standard glass are easy to find, and they can require varying degrees of care. Some are dishwasher safe while others need to be washed by hand. You might also come across options made with borosilicate glass, which is more resistant to changes in temperature. This can come in handy for glassware like mugs — while it’s unlikely that you’ll ever need to use a highball glass for a hot drink, it might give you peace of mind to know that borosilicate glass is especially durable.

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