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Beer glasses

What shape of beer glass do you prefer? In England, where the standard measure is still a pint, the basic options are a "jug"(a dimpled glass with a handle) or a "straight" (a tall glass without a handle). When I started drinking beer, nearly 60 years ago, jugs were normal, but in some areas you could also get a straight - though where I lived they were called "sleevers". I chose straights when I could, and gradually they seemed to become standard. But jugs are making a comeback. Today, in a pub by the Thames after a walk, I was offered a choice and found myself asking for a jug. I'm now on my third pint!

Do others have preferences? What are the options in other countries?
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Lugwho · 61-69, M
I don't go into pubs very often, but I always preferred a straight glass. I think it was maybe a class thing. A jug was always rejected.
MartinII · 70-79, M
@Lugwho Interesting!
Lugwho · 61-69, M
@MartinII It could have been an age thing too, but I think my dad always preferred a straight glass too. I always associate the old fashioned dimpled jug with golf clubs and bank managers. Probably completely unfounded.
MartinII · 70-79, M
@Lugwho I think you are quite right! But maybe fashions are ch.
Lugwho · 61-69, M
@MartinII Fashions do change. I'm not keen on the tall narrow glasses that seem to be popular now.