We spoke with bartenders to find out what they consider to be the best martini glasses, and their picks include options from Lobmeyr, Estelle, and even an outdoor-friendly tumbler from BruMate.

Martini glasses essentially break down into three types: V-shaped, coupe, and Nick and Nora. The first is the familiar, thin glass with the long stem reaching up to a cone with straight sides.

Second, the only reason to use a 12-ounce glass for a martini would be to accommodate one very, very large olive. We are facing an epidemic of cocktails served in inappropriately large glasses.

As we roll past the two-year mark of when "Covid-19" first entered mainstream consciousness, I realize I have measured out my life with Martini glasses — and I still am.