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TALL GLASSES
French Highball Glasses, Tall Tumblers & Long Drink Glasses
Pour everyday drinks with a little more French style with Malmaison’s curated collection of tall glasses, highball glasses and long drink glasses. Made in France by La Rochère, these substantial pressed-glass designs combine authentic French craftsmanship with the durability and versatility needed for everyday living.
From the iconic Bee and Fleur de Lys motifs to the clean lines of Ouessant and the timeless proportions of Périgord, each collection brings its own character to the table. Generous capacities make these taller glasses ideal for iced drinks, sparkling water, juice, lemonade, beer, spritzes and cocktails.
Designed to be used rather than saved for special occasions, La Rochère tall glasses move effortlessly from breakfast juice and afternoon iced tea to evening cocktails and long lunches with friends. Their textured pressed-glass designs catch the light beautifully while remaining practical enough for family life and regular entertaining.
Complete your setting with La Rochère Glassware, Jugs & Carafes, Wine Glasses and Tumblers, then layer with Dinnerware, Table Linen and French Cutlery & Utensils for an inviting table with authentic French character.
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La Rochère Bee Tall Glasses
Decorated with La Rochère’s iconic Napoleonic bee motif, Bee tall glasses bring a distinctive piece of French heritage to everyday drinks. Their versatile shape works beautifully for juice, iced drinks, cocktails and sparkling water, while coordinating easily with the wider Bee glassware collection.
La Rochère Artois Tall Glasses
Artois combines a tall, elegant silhouette with a footed base for a more refined presentation. Inspired by everyday French living, these luminous glasses move easily from breakfast juice to cocktails and evening entertaining.
La Rochère Fleur de Lys Tall Glasses
The historic Fleur de Lys motif gives these tall glasses unmistakable French character. Their slightly weighted base and decorative royal lily detailing create a design that feels elegant without becoming overly formal.
La Rochère Ouessant Tall Glasses
Ouessant brings a cleaner, more contemporary expression to French pressed glass. Sleek vertical lines create beautiful texture and brilliance, while the generous shape makes these glasses particularly versatile for iced drinks, juice, beer and sparkling water.
La Rochère Périgord Tall Glasses
Inspired by French glassware designs dating back to the 18th century, Périgord combines ridged detailing with a timeless silhouette. Elegant yet substantial, these tall glasses are equally at home at the everyday table or a relaxed dinner with friends.
La Rochère Dragonfly Tall Glasses
Playful dragonflies bring French Country charm to this versatile tall glass. With a balanced base and softly rounded shape, Dragonfly is ideal for chilled water, lemonade, iced tea and cocktails while adding a distinctive decorative detail to the table.
Tall French Glassware Made for Every Pour
The best glassware becomes part of daily life. A tall glass filled with sparkling water and citrus can make an ordinary lunch feel more considered, while iced tea, lemonade or a favourite cocktail served in textured French glass brings an effortless sense of occasion.
Tall glasses are particularly useful when serving drinks with ice, mixers, fruit or garnishes. Their additional height creates room for generous pours while keeping the table elegant and uncluttered.
For relaxed dining, pair clear La Rochère glasses with simple ceramics and linen napkins. For summer entertaining, add a French glass pitcher filled with chilled water or lemonade. In the evening, use the same glasses for spritzes, highballs and long cocktails alongside candles and favourite serving pieces.
Beautiful enough for guests yet practical enough for breakfast juice, this versatility is what makes a good set of tall glasses one of the most useful additions to a glassware collection.
Authentic French Glass by La Rochère
Founded in 1475, La Rochère is France’s oldest continuously operating glassmaker. Its glassware is still made in France and is known for distinctive pressed-glass designs that combine French heritage with practical everyday use.
The current Malmaison Tall Glasses collection is exclusively La Rochère, with every design made in France. Each range tells a slightly different French story - from Napoleonic bees and royal Fleur de Lys motifs to Breton-inspired Ouessant and the historic lines of Périgord.
Malmaison has stocked La Rochère since 2003, making the brand an integral part of our approach to French tableware and entertaining.
Why Choose Malmaison Tall Glasses?
Malmaison has been curating authentic French and French-inspired homewares since 2003, with a longstanding commitment to La Rochère glassware.
Our Tall Glasses collection brings together some of La Rochère’s most distinctive designs in one place, allowing you to choose a style that suits your table or coordinate tall glasses with matching tumblers, wine glasses, champagne glasses and pitchers from the same collection.
Rather than treating beautiful glassware as something reserved for formal occasions, Malmaison selects pieces designed to bring pleasure to everyday rituals - from morning juice and family lunches to garden entertaining and evening drinks.
Helpful Notes & FAQs
What is included in Malmaison’s Tall Glasses Collection?
The current collection includes tall drinking glasses from La Rochère in the Bee, Artois, Fleur de Lys, Ouessant, Périgord and Dragonfly designs. All current styles are sold as sets of six, although availability can vary between collections.
What is a long drink glass?
A long drink glass is a tall drinking glass designed to provide additional room for drinks served with ice, mixers or garnishes. The term is commonly used for glasses suitable for highballs, spritzes, iced drinks, sparkling water, juice and other refreshing beverages.
What is the difference between a highball glass and a long drink glass?
The terms are often used interchangeably. A highball glass is traditionally a tall glass used for mixed drinks containing a spirit and a larger proportion of mixer. Long drink is a broader term for tall glasses suited to cocktails and other generous cold drinks.
Is a tall glass the same as a tumbler?
Both are drinking glasses, but a traditional tumbler is generally shorter. Tall glasses provide additional capacity and room for ice, mixers and garnishes, making them particularly useful for highballs, spritzes, sparkling water and iced drinks.
Are Malmaison’s tall glasses made in France?
Yes. The current Tall Glasses collection consists entirely of La Rochère glassware made in France.
Who is La Rochère?
La Rochère is a historic French glassmaker founded in 1475. Known for its distinctive pressed-glass collections, the company continues to make glassware in France for everyday dining and entertaining.
What can I serve in tall glasses?
Tall glasses are highly versatile. Depending on the size and individual design, they can be used for sparkling water, still water, juice, lemonade, iced tea, beer, spritzes, highball cocktails and other long drinks.
What size are Malmaison’s La Rochère tall glasses?
Capacity varies by design. The current collection ranges from approximately 300ml to 450ml, giving you a choice between more compact tall glasses and generous designs suited to ice, mixers and larger drinks.
Which Malmaison tall glass has the largest capacity?
The current La Rochère Ouessant Long Drink glass has a capacity of approximately 450ml. Other designs in the collection range from approximately 300ml to 400ml.
Are La Rochère tall glasses dishwasher safe?
Yes. The current La Rochère tall glasses in this collection are listed as dishwasher safe. Always refer to the individual product page for the latest care instructions.
Can I coordinate the tall glasses with matching La Rochère glassware?
Yes. Several designs belong to wider La Rochère collections, including Bee, Ouessant, Périgord, Dragonfly and Fleur de Lys. Depending on the range, coordinating tumblers, wine glasses, pitchers, champagne glasses and other pieces may also be available.
Which tall glass is best for a more traditional French table?
Bee, Fleur de Lys and Périgord each have particularly strong historic French references. Bee features the iconic Napoleonic bee motif, Fleur de Lys draws on the royal lily symbol, and Périgord takes inspiration from French glassware silhouettes dating to the 18th century.
Which design suits a more contemporary setting?
Ouessant is particularly well suited to a cleaner, more contemporary table. Its vertical embossed lines create texture without an ornate motif, allowing it to layer easily with modern ceramics, linen and simple tableware.
How do I style tall glasses for entertaining?
Pair tall French glasses with a coordinating jug or pitcher and place chilled water, sparkling drinks or cocktails directly on the table. Add linen napkins, simple ceramics, cutlery and seasonal flowers for an elegant setting that still feels relaxed.
Do La Rochère tall glasses make good gifts?
Yes. Sets of authentic French-made glassware make thoughtful gifts for weddings, engagements, housewarmings, birthdays and hosts. They are particularly suitable for someone who enjoys entertaining or is already building a matching La Rochère collection.