The stylistic idiom of these curvaceous sake glasses and bottles was
inspired by Japanese Ochoko cups. The elegant drinkware is made of
heat-resistant, hand-blown borosilicate glass and this allows the drinks to
retain their temperature for longer and without
risk of scalding or leaving a messy condensation ring on tables. A hydrophobic
silicone vent equalises the air pressure between the two layers of glass. This
double-wall design makes it look like the drink is floating in the glass.
Statement by the Jury
The double-wall construction of these drinking vessels endows them with impressive thermal properties and also produces a very distinctive aesthetic.
