Memento Originale D.O.F., Petroleum Blue cocktail glass in blown glass

A Double Old Fashioned for cocktails on the rocks, whiskey, and aperitifs, with a wide shape and a bold presence on the table.

Negronis, Americanos, Gin and Tonics, and non-alcoholic drinks find a glass with a unique character, also suitable for professional service.

The iconic Memento Originale "bally" glass in the new Double Old Fashioned shape, made of mass-colored glass, using artisanal blowing techniques that give each piece the uniqueness and personality that are the unmistakable signature of the Memento brand. A unique creative process that, through the liveliness of the bubbles, captures the absence of color and matter, giving the glass that distinctive and original aesthetic dimension. A perfect balance between color, beauty, artisanal handiwork, creativity, and practicality of use, the new Double Old Fashioned cocktail glass is designed for the general public, but also for industry professionals, who will thus be able to enrich their creations with the Memento Originale experience, embellishing every moment of conviviality.

A symbol of the cocktail world and drinking culture, particularly for drinks served "on the rocks," the Double Old Fashioned glass has deep roots in American culture and mixology. In fact, it takes its name from the Old Fashioned itself, one of the first recognized and codified cocktails in history, dating back as far as 1806. Based on Whiskey, sugar, Angostura bitters, and ice, it was originally served in the glass of the same name (which was smaller), but over time, the "Double" version became common: more room for ice and ingredients. Since then, the cocktail world has evolved, but the Double Old Fashioned glass has remained a timeless classic, once a symbol of sophistication and virility, now a centerpiece of pop culture and the ritual of the aperitivo. Americano, Negroni, Negroni Sbagliato, Milano Torino, Gin and Tonic, Mojito, various Spritzes, and much more... Its wide shape is perfect for adding large ice cubes, maintaining the ideal temperature and keeping the flavor unchanged, without diluting the drink too much!

With its roots in tradition, the Memento Originale Double Old Fashioned glass adapts perfectly to the most refined settings and cocktails, but with its colors, it adds that touch of liveliness and style to the cocktail moment! A perfect pairing with a Memento Originale Petrol Double Old Fashioned glass? A Mint Julep!

MINT JULEP
• Bourbon, sugar, fresh mint leaves, crushed ice, a splash of soda.
• Although traditionally served in a silver cup, the Mint Julep can also be served in a Double Old Fashioned. It is a refreshing cocktail, perfect for hot days.

There are numerous cocktails that are best suited to be served in a colored glass: Caipirinha, Caipiroska, Old Fashioned, Sazerac, Negroni, Boulevardier, Vieux Carré, Rusty Nail, White Russian, Midori Sour, Purple Rain, Blue Hawaii, Aviation, Rum Punch... but also Rum, Whiskey on the rocks... not to mention Virgin Mojito and the entire world of more refined non-alcoholic drinks, there is no limit to the imagination. All these cocktails are perfect for being served in a colorful and captivating Double Old Fashioned glass, where the reflections and robustness of the glass combined with the capacity of the tumbler enhance the sensory experience of the drink.

And the Gin and Tonic? For Churchill, "It has saved more lives and minds than all the doctors in the Empire!"... a colored glass cannot help but add an eye-catching visual element and improve the entire tasting experience! How? Colors can influence the perception of flavor and mood.
The search for the most aromatic and unique Gin, with the perfect mix of botanicals, the right tonic water to enhance the aroma, the perfect garnish... pepper, cucumber, berries, citrus, or cardamom... a true aficionado cannot afford to make the wrong choice of glass.

So, make room for garnishes that enhance the color and colors that enhance the Gin! A blue glass, for example, can give a sense of freshness and sophistication. The contrast between the blue of the glass and the transparency of the Gin and Tonic, with the bubbles reflecting the light, creates a refreshing visual effect, particularly suitable for a summer evening. Perfect for a classic Gin, with the blue highlighting the bright green of a lime slice. A Green glass evokes freshness. Cucumber and other garnishes are natural elements that harmonize visually with this glass. Offer a natural and sophisticated contrast: pink grapefruit and a sprig of rosemary. Red fruits or Pomegranate can be used as a contrast instead, or garnish a red or orange glass for a vibrant and eye-catching look, ideal for winter parties.

A colored Double Old Fashioned glass can enhance the appearance of many cocktails, especially those with vivid colors and layers of liquids. By choosing brightly colored cocktails, you can really make the most of the visual effect of the glass.

"We can thus surrender, almost a little defenseless, and let ourselves be enveloped by the strength of color; having confirmation that, in our work, doing beautiful things and doing them well, before even being a business choice or a market strategy, is a personal necessity and a pleasure." Roberto Zani

A Memento Originale Double Old Fashioned glass is a way to enhance the very aesthetics of the drink, even the most iconic and appreciated ones.