soda glass

Also referred to as soda-lime glass. This type, being cheap, accounts for most of the glass manufactured today. Soda glass draws its name from the soda (Na₂O) and lime (CaO) elements added to the Silica (sand or SiO₂ to sound official). Makeup varies depending on the manufacturer but you can count on most soda glass being between 60-75% silica, 12-18% soda, and 5-12% lime.

When one discusses glassware, lead glass is favored by collectors. Lead glass is what makes up crystal and it also has a nice ring to it when tapped. Soda glass, on the other hand, sounds rather hollow when tapped.

A soda glass is also a form of glass used by bartenders. This form of glass is bigger than a highball glass but is similar in shape, as they are both cylinders in shape. Soda glasses hold about 16 oz. and are traditionally used for… soda..pop..whatever you call it, and a soda glass is rarely used for anything other than soda.

Heavy bottomed like a highball glass but bigger in size, people should be able to recognize that you aren't drinking alcohol if you are holding one of these.