# Soapstone Shot Glasses These Shot Glasses are Perfect for Chilling Liquids and Maintaing Taste By David Ingram | Published 2015-09-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soapstone References: [teroforma](http://www.teroforma.com/ekke-shot-glasses/?utm_campaign=affiliates&utm_source=CJ) & [betterlivingthroughdesign](http://www.betterlivingthroughdesign.com/accessories/soapstone-shot-cups/) These elegant soapstone shot glasses will add a touch of class to any home bar or get together with friends. The 'Ekke' [shot glass collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martini-shot-glass) is inspired by [stone drink chillers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphere-ice-makers) -- a sophisticated alternative for ice. Rather than putting the stones in the drink, users can chill their beverage with the cup. The dishware accessory makes use of soapstone's beneficial non-porous properties which do not effect the taste or smell of a drink. Each shot glass holds two ounces of liquid and is designed to be easily stacked on top of one another. The glasses can also be stored in the freezer for a super cold shot of liquor or just stored away at room temperature, depending on each drinker's individual preference. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Soapstone Drink Accessories:** Opportunity for creating a line of soapstone drink accessories that offer sophisticated alternatives to traditional drink chillers. - **Stackable Shot Glasses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in designing stackable shot glasses for easy storage and space-saving in home bars or restaurants. - **Non-porous Dishware:** Potential for developing non-porous dishware made from materials like soapstone that do not affect the taste or smell of beverages. ### Who This Affects Most - **Drinkware Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can explore the production of soapstone drinkware products, tapping into the growing demand for sophisticated alternatives. - **Home Bar Accessories:** Opportunity for businesses to offer a range of innovative and stylish home bar accessories, including soapstone shot glasses. - **Kitchenware Retail:** Retailers can target consumers looking for unique kitchenware products by stocking non-porous dishware made from innovative materials like soapstone. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Libation-Cooling Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamas.md) - [Five-Sided Unique Whiskey Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-whiskey-glass.md) - [Dedicated Craft Cocktail Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-cocktail-glass.md) - [Tequila Shot Glass Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tequila-shot-glass-board.md) - [Stylish Ice Molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-ice-sets.md) - [Stackable Minimalist Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeris-doublewalled-glassware.md) - [Self-Measuring Cocktail Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-craft-hybrid-cocktail-glass.md) - [Brutalist-Inspired Artful Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martini-shot-glass.md) - [Stackable Chalice Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cali.md)