How it spins
The base of a spinning glass is shaped like the bottom of a top: rounded, with a single small point that touches the table. Give it a flick and it turns on that point, the same way a spinning top does. A heavy base keeps the centre of gravity low, so it wobbles a little and doesn’t tip.
Why people like it
- It gives a drink a reason to linger: you swirl without trying
- It’s a conversation starter on a coffee table or a desk
- It makes a good gift for someone who already has everything for the bar
Caring for it
- Spin it on a smooth, hard surface. Wood, stone or glass tables work best. Tablecloths stop it fast.
- Hand wash it. Dishwasher racks can chip the spinning point.
- Don’t fill it to the top. Two fingers of a drink spin better than a full glass.
Cheat code
If it stops spinning well, check the point for a tiny chip. That’s almost always why.
