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Achieve a streak-free shine on your wine glasses! Hand wash your crystal in warm (not hot) water using specialized, scent-free cleaners to avoid altering future wine aromas. To remove cloudiness or hard water spots, use gentle abrasives or a vinegar soak.
For a crystal-clear finish, lightly steam the glass and polish it with a microfiber cloth while cradling the bowl to prevent snapped stems. If you do not own a steamer, allow the glasses to air dry before polishing.
When washing your stemware drying cloths, use a high (170°F) temperature and do not use dryer sheets or fabric softener. Store your clean stemware upright in a well-ventilated area away from kitchen odors.
Hand Wash Your Crystal
Use warm water and a specialized stemware cleaner to break down stains like lipstick and red wine sediment. Avoid standard dish soaps that contain heavy perfumes or lotions, since they can leave a microscopic film that affects future pours. Even if they are labeled as "dishwasher safe," it is best to hand wash expensive stemware, just in case.
Cloudiness and Hard Water Stains
If your glasses look hazy or have spots from minerals, cleaning alone will not be enough. Use a dedicated spot-removing powder with gentle abrasives to lift the film without scratching the surface. For a quick DIY fix on light water spots, a brief soak in white vinegar can help dissolve mineral buildup and restore the glass to its original transparency.
Steam and Polish for a Sparkling Finish
To get that "liquid light" look, hold your clean glass over a pot of boiling water to let the steam coat the surface, or use a steamer if available. Immediately use a large microfiber polishing cloth to buff the glass. Cradle the bowl in one hand while polishing with the other; never hold the glass by the base while twisting the bowl, as this is the most common cause of snapped stems.
Storing Glasses after Cleaning
Avoid keeping wine glasses in kitchen cabinets where they can absorb scents of spices and the wood finish. These odors cling to the interior of the bowl and can interfere with your wine's bouquet. For the best results, store your glasses upright in a well-ventilated area or a specialized stemware rack.
Tips for Cleaning Crystal
WATER TEMPERATURE
Don't rinse a cold glass in hot water—the thermal shock will cause cracking.
MICROFIBER CLOTH CARE
Wash your cloths at a high temperature (at least 170°F) and never use fabric softener or dryer sheets.
AIR DRY GLASSWARE
Unless you are steam cleaning, let the glasses drain briefly before polishing to minimize the amount of water the cloth needs to absorb.
Glassware Cleaning Essentials
Keep your crystal pristine with our curated selection of residue-free cleaning liquids, microfiber cloths and specialized brushes designed to reach every curve of your stemware.