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Both glasses hold 34 cl, so the choice comes down to colour and use. Brown glass makes a laid table feel calmer and suits pottery and wood, while speckled grey stands out more because the speckling differs from one glass to the next. That is exactly the thing to keep in mind: with coloured, textured glassware no two pieces are identical, and that is part of the appeal. If you want a crisp table setting where everything looks the same, clear glass is the safer choice. In that case, take a look at the wider range of water glasses.

With 34 cl you pour a generous glass of water without having to top up halfway through the meal, and there is room for ice without the glass overflowing. Use them for iced tea, lemonade or an alcohol-free mix as well, because coloured glass hides the fact that a drink looks pale, something that often matters with homemade drinks. For inspiration, the mocktails are a good starting point, and a virgin mojito looks especially good in one, with a sprig of mint.

L.S.A. glassware is shaped by hand, so small differences in wall thickness and colour are normal. Wash these glasses by hand in lukewarm water where you can, or choose a short dishwasher programme at a low temperature. Above all, avoid sudden changes in temperature, so no boiling water in a cold glass. Dry them with a soft cloth afterwards and do not stack them, as coloured glass shows scratches sooner than clear glass.

If you want more glassware in the same style, take a look at the complete L.S.A. collection. If it is colour across the whole range you are after, the coloured glasses come closer. For a lower, sturdier shape on the same table, the tumbler glasses are an alternative. And if you would rather put chilled water on the table than pour it straight from the tap, a carafe completes the set.