| Capacity | Drinking style | Cold to the last sip? | Downside |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200–300 ml (7–10 oz) | Tastings, strong ales | Easily | Constant topping up |
| 350–400 ml (12–14 oz) | One can or bottle at home | Almost always | None to speak of |
| 470–570 ml (pint) | Pubs, easy-drinking beers | Warm at the end | Hard to chill in a home fridge |
| 600 ml+ (20 oz+) | Shared bottles, weizen | Rarely | Goes flat before it's empty |
How to Choose the Right Beer Glass Capacity
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One rule decides it: pick a glass you can empty while the beer is still cold. For most people that means 350–400 ml (12–14 oz).