Heavy Crystal Tumbler for NORLAN Rauk

The Rauk Heavy Tumbler is the result of a harmonious blend of advanced digital design, innovative production techniques, and the intimate ritual of whisky enjoyment. Crafted for whisky enthusiasts who prefer their spirit chilled, whether with an ice sphere or on the rocks, this tumbler also caters to those who relish in the art of cocktail making.

At the core of its design lies an innovative feature - an array of extruded chevrons radiating from the center of the glass's interior. These chevrons serve as friction points, aiding the muddling process and allowing the bartender to grip the ingredients effortlessly.

Eschewing the ornamental nature of traditional cut crystal, the entire surface of the Rauk Heavy Tumbler, both inside and out, is born from a single, intense moment of machine-pressing molten crystal into a complex five-part mold. The outcome is a pure expression of material and form that transcends the confines of time, with geometric facets and edges seamlessly blending into organic, curved surfaces that captivate the eye and stimulate the sense of touch.

The base of this glass is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail that went into its design. Precision-modelled, it touches down on four crystal points, creating the illusion of a hovering, satellite-like appearance - a fitting visual for the heftiest tumbler you'll own.

Crafting this glass, however, was no easy feat. As glass cools at different rates depending on its thickness, the dramatic disparity between the walls and the base of the tumbler required a delicately choreographed technique of cooling and turning, followed by fire polishing the mold seams. This process was a delicate balancing act, pushing the limits of production feasibility and the skill of the machine-press technicians - a true glass ballet of timing and intuition.

Moving upward, the triangular facets of the base evolve into the more organic, three-dimensional form that elevates the glass, transitioning into the triangular surfaces and creases that make up the main outer surface - the part you'll want to touch with your hands. These iconic forms then gently curve into the perimeter of the glass, culminating in a finely edged rim - the part you'll want to touch with your mouth.

But the Rauk Heavy Tumbler is more than just a striking rocks glass. Its inner base hosts a specially developed multi-chevron cross-shaped extrusion, engineered to grip ingredients during the muddling process. This intricate pattern was meticulously refined through dozens of design iterations, seeking an elegant and ideal form to aid in the art of cocktail making, allowing you to effortlessly muddle those waxy and slippery peels.

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