Customer Reviews

Bodum Thermo-Glass Assam Double Wall Thermo-Glasses , Set of 2

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I have to give this cup full marks for esthetics and function.

1) They are very good looking cups and a nice conversation piece. I like the shape of them and the glass is just so sparkling clean and clear.

2) Functionally, they do work nicely as I can hold on to a very hot cup of tea without burning my hands. However, I believe the opening of the cup is too wide to really keep the contents cool or hot for a very long time. But since the cup is only 7oz's, I usually finish the contents before they get to room temperature.

Conclusion: I'd get them just for the looks, if nothing else, they're so cute.

6 month update: The glass has unfortunately browned up a little. I don't know if it's because I'm not scrubbing my cup hard enough or because the glass naturally takes the tea stain. But on the other hand, I don't want to scrub too hard so that it scratches the glass. Either way, my glasses are no longer as bright and clean as before.

2 1/2 year update: I've read many other Bodum cup reviews and it appears that many of the reviewers are saying that their cups are fragile. From what I see, it seems that only the ones with handles are fragile. Maybe it's due to the complexity of having a handle? Knocking on wood, so far, my cups have survived 2 1/2 years of daily use. Even more, I drink tea with them and I pour boiling water out of the kettle right into the cup. I mostly hand wash them and put them in the dishwasher about once a month. They still work very well. I find that they do keep hot liquids hotter than regular cups. I still love them and still recommend them.

I bought two of the "canteen" model glasses at Crate and Barrel, liked them and decided to buy more. When I saw the Assam glass, I thought it was likely to be much more comfortable for people with small hands to hold. I bought six of them for myself, and have also given them as gifts. Everyone does seem to like them. I particularly enjoy them for hot tea. Because of the double wall, they seem to have a small capacity for their size. I am sure that they are less sturdy than heavier glass, but so far I have not had any breakage--but I have an all-adult household. They would not be my first choice if they were to be my only, everyday, all-purpose glasses. But if one has room for some extra, special use glasses, these are very nice.

I am an avid tea drinker who loves the tactile feel of glass. The problem is that most of the decorative tea glasses I have seen are heavy and un-insulated. The lack of insulation makes it difficult to hold your tea without burning your hands. These fit the bill perfectly. They are a pleasure to look at and to hold. The slight taper falls perfectly in the hand. One warning, these are delicate and composed of very thin walled glass and must be handled accordingly. I would not recommend placing these in the dishwasher or for households with small children

I enjoy this glass for several reasons: it fits in your hand well; you can put the glass down on any surface without worrying about rings being left; and it keeps the beverages at almost the same temperature you start with longer... you do not need as much ice, for example.

I love all of the Bodum double wall glass products....they keep my espresso and Cafe Americano preparations hot long enough so that the beverage can be savored at leisure, and the crystal clear glass gives one the opportunity to admire the crema as it rises to the top. Although the glass is thin, it is very strong....I wash in the dishwasher with no problems.

Thanks to the reviews, i decided to take special care with these glasses. they have not broken and keeps hot items hot and cold cold. would recommend highly

When I first considered buying these glasses I looked at reviews. A number of the early reviews were quite negative. ("easily broken," "even dropping ice cubes in them results in breakage," etc). I have had two of these glasses for six months. I broke the first one by dropping it on the floor. duh it is glass. The one I didnt break is absolutely wonderful. I use it for coffee. Even microwaving cool coffee. I also use it for my beloved scotch over ice. Keeps the drink cold. I also just love the way the glass fits in my hand. My husband keeps walking off with it so here I am ordering some more.

Bodum Thermo-Glass Assam Double Wall Thermo-Glasses , Set of 2

These glasses are of interesting design and appearance, displaying a cappuccino to maximum advantage. They are regular cup size - containing 8oz when filled to the brim. I think they are just the right size for a latte or a cappuccino (definitely too large by European standards but possibly too small by North American standards).

They do not absorb as much heat (or cold) from the drink as single layer glass or ceramics, maintain the temperature far longer, and are always comfortable to hold. Condensation does not form when they are holding cold drinks.

Despite their somewhat delicate appearance, they are sturdy enough to be both microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe (if you don't crowd them in) according to Bodum. I have been pleased with the performance of similar espresso glasses which have been cycled through the dishwasher (though not by me!!!) many times.

We have both the tumbler and beer glass, the pluses and minuses are the same. Handled easily, breakage has not been an issue. They do not work as well as a Tervis, still can feel cool or warm and may sweat to a small degree, but they work much better than a conventional glass and they look very classy. We have added to our collection and given them as gifts to folks who liked how well they looked and worked.

These glases function beautifully and look terrific the only drawback is (and I knew it befor I bought them) they are not stackable