Glass Carafe

A substantial carafe made to be used as much as admired. We wanted this piece to be as functional as it is beautiful, adding the ring of coloured glass around the neck to make the weighty piece easier to hold and pour. The coloured glass at the bottom not only adds a pop of fun but also keeps the carafe steady and balanced.

The clear part of the piece is blown from molten glass taken from the furnace, while the coloured elements are dipped in coloured powdered glass, and then shaped and formed around the blown part.

Ideal paired with our stemmed glasses or tiny tumblers.

Dimensions: 28.5cm tall with 6.5cm wide spout (11.2" tall with 2.5" spout) and holds approx. 1.5l of liquid. As each piece is mouth-blown and hand-formed, sizes may vary slightly.

This collection was designed by Clare & Laura in collaboration with Rory in Jerpoint Glass. A two-day long visit to the hot-shop in Co. Kilkenny, experimenting with shapes and colours resulted in this bright, fun collection of drinkware. Rory is the second generation of the Leadbetter family to run the workshop next to Jerpoint Abbey. You can see some of the making process on our Instagram page.

For a  lifetime of enjoyment with your Jerpoint Glass, follow these simple care instructions.

1. Wash by hand in lukewarm water. We do not recommend Jerpoint for use in a dishwasher as the water is heated too rapidly which may cause thermal shock. Also dishwasher detergents can be very abrasive and damage your glass over time.
    
2. Avoid drip-drying or air-drying as this may leave a residue marks on the glass. For the best results polish your glass with a good-quality linen cloth.
    
3. Avoid rapid temperature change as it could cause thermal shock that may lead to a crack in your glass particularly jugs and tankards.
    
4. Always handle with care; a knock can cause a weakness in the glass that shows up as a crack long after an accident occurred.