How to clean wine glasses | Restaurant Crystal Clean - Glass Cleaner

For the best results, use hot water and Restaurant Crystal Clean, a professional-grade cleaning liquid designed specifically for fine glassware.
If you’re washing the glasses the next day, fill them with water and leave them to soak overnight to loosen any dried wine residue.
Take care not to twist the glass while washing or drying, as this can cause delicate stems to snap.

Cleaning your wine glasses after use, whether it’s a few hours later or the following day, is essential. Fingerprints, wine stains, and watermarks can diminish the brilliance of high-quality glassware and affect your next wine experience.

Below is a simple step-by-step guide to help you clean your wine glasses safely and effectively using Restaurant Crystal Clean – Wine Glass Cleaning Liquid and a gentle glass-cleaning brush. This cleaner is also ideal for decanters and other delicate glass items, leaving them crystal clear and smear-free.

Wine Glass Cleaning...the dos and don'ts!

Do's

Rinse the glasses with water after use (set aside to clean the day after)
Use a specialist glass cleaning brush (without hard edges) and glassware cleaning liquid.
If using a dishwasher, use the shortest cycle possible (the machine must be clean and limescale-free)
Use a microfibre cloth as opposed to a tea towel (this will reduce friction and excessive force)

Don'ts

Avoid using a sink brush and washing-up liquid.
When polishing, don't twist the bowl and/or stem.
Don't use economy or long settings if using a dishwasher.

How do I clean a wine glass?

Most wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts will agree that crystal stemware should be washed by hand using hot water. This is the best and most reliable way to clean your glasses and prevent the risk of damage.

Glass Cleaning Step by Step

Step 1 - Rinse the glass with hot water and a few drops of a glass-cleaning solution.

Step 2 - Using a soft Glass Cleaning Brush, carefully clean the bowl, stem, and base.

Step 3 - Rinse thoroughly with hot water to remove any residue, then allow excess water to drain.

Drying & Polishing Step by Step

Important: Never twist the base and bowl in opposite directions — this can cause breakage.

Step 1 - Hold the glass by the base and gently dry and polish the base and stem using a lint-free microfiber cloth.

Step 2 - Support the bowl with one hand while polishing with the other, taking care not to apply too much pressure.

For outstanding results when cleaning your glassware, we recommend our Restaurant Crystal Clean – Wine Glass Cleaning Liquid. Widely trusted by bar and restaurant professionals across the globe, this popular cleaner is made entirely from natural, biodegradable ingredients. It delivers crystal-clear brilliance with every use. One 475ml (16oz) bottle is enough to clean over 2,200 wine glasses!