Duralex
Picardie Small Amber Glasses Set Of 4
Duralex Picardie Small Amber Glasses Set of 4 are tempered glass tumblers made in France. Each glass holds 250 ml (8 oz.), measures 3.25 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches tall, and features a fluted amber design; they are dishwasher and microwave safe. Commonly used as durable everyday drinkware, they resist thermal shock, though user reports indicate they can shatter into many tiny pieces if broken.
- Color
- Amber
- Material
- Tempered glass
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Tumblers
Specifications
Set of 4 small amber tempered glass tumblers from Duralex, thermal shock-resistant, dishwasher and microwave safe.
Thermal shock-resistant tempered glass, dishwasher and microwave safe, 250 ml capacity.
- Color
- Amber · orange
- Material
- Tempered glass
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 3.25x3.25x3.5 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Tumblers
Additional Attributes
- thermal shock-resistant
- tempered glass
- dishwasher safe
- microwave safe
- made in France
- set of 4
- matching items available
- 250 ml capacity
- small
- amber
Product Insights
A design classic unchanged since 1954, the Duralex Picardie small amber glass is the default tumbler in French cafés and a film icon, made from tempered glass 2.5× stronger than ordinary glass with 99.9% French materials, non-porous and thermal shock resistant, but recent production defects risk spontaneous shattering, and it breaks into many tiny pieces—trading some modern reliability for a timeless, cultural silhouette at a value price.
Verified claims
- Design
- A design classic: produced unchanged since 1954, in MoMA and CNN's top 20.
- Cultural presence
- Default tumbler in French cafés and cinema — from Bond to Nouvelle Vague.
- Manufacturing heritage
- Tempered glass, 2.5× stronger than ordinary annealed glass, made with 99.9% French materials.
- Film cameos
- Cameos in Bond films, French New Wave, and works by Scorsese and Allen.
- Durability
- The Garden Bistro in Norwich documented a 40% reduction in glassware replacement costs in its first year after switching to Picardie tumblers.
- Hygiene
- Non-porous glass prevents liquid absorption and bacterial buildup, staying hygienic through hundreds of wash cycles.
- Restaurant standard
- The default tumbler in French cafés for over 50 years and a design classic recognized by CNN Style.
- Value proposition
- At $18 for a set of 4, it saved one restaurant over 40% on glassware costs, but a home break may require dishwasher replacement.
- Comparative reliability
- Some buyers rate Bormioli Rocco Rock Bar slightly higher for stacking and wine pour lines, though the Picardie remains highly regarded.
- Convenience
- Buyers report occasional sticking when stacked.
- Color permanence
- The amber hue is infused into the glass, not a surface coating, so it will not peel, fade, or scratch off over time.
- Size experience
- Buyers say the glass looks and feels small in the hand, but it holds a good amount.
- Uses
- The 250ml glass is the exact tumbler used in French cafés.
- Temperature limits
- Withstands -20°C to 100°C continuous and max 130°C thermal shock.
- Stacking
- Nest compactly when stacked but may stick together
- Practicality
- Thermal shock resistant, stackable, compact 8 oz size.
- Caveats
- Glass shatters into many pieces when broken; recent batches may have defects like bubbles or spontaneous breakage.
- Color ecosystem
- Buyers pair amber with green Picardie glasses and reorder the set.
- Glass composition
- The glasses are made of soda-lime glass, not borosilicate; Duralex's tempering process makes them 2.5 to 3.5 times stronger and resistant to thermal shock up to 130°C.
- Dishwasher care
- Buyers report these glasses can be put in the dishwasher and clean easily.
- French sourcing
- 99.9% of the Picardie's raw materials are sourced within France, and the glass formulation is fully recyclable without boron additives.
- Tempering strength
- The Picardie's tempering process traces to Saint-Gobain's 1934 shatter-proof windshields and makes the glass 2.5 times stronger than ordinary annealed glass.
Product record
- Title
- Picardie Small Amber Glasses Set Of 4
- Brand
- Duralex
- Price
- 18 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
A small glass for morning espresso or cortado
Reviewers describe reaching for these glasses as a demitasse replacement for a strong morning coffee like an espresso or cortado, saying the small size holds just the right amount. They're microwave safe per the merchant, and the set of four means there's a glass for everyone at the table.[6]
A small glass for juice and other small pours
These amber Picardie glasses suit quick small serves like a glass of orange juice at breakfast, with a comfortable rim. Reviewers note they look and feel compact yet hold enough for espresso or juice. Some mention the small capacity may mean frequent refills if you prefer a bigger glass for drinks like iced tea or water.[6]
Everyday glasses that hold up in the dishwasher
These Duralex Picardie glasses are dishwasher safe, making them an easy fit for daily drinks in busy households. One reviewer reported the glasses clean easily cycle after cycle, staying clear and sparkling rather than clouding or scratching over repeated washes. As a counterpoint, one Reddit commenter described a Duralex glass spontaneously shattering in the dishwasher, possibly linked to bad production batches, so defects may warrant a return or exchange.[5,6]
Durable glass for camping and outdoor dining
For camp meals and outdoor dining, the Duralex Picardie Small Amber Glasses offer a tempered-glass alternative to plastic drinkware. The tempered glass is described as standing up to rough handling and uneven surfaces, and owners report using them for camping and daily coffee without chips or cracks.[6]
Everyday family drinking glasses that hold up for years
A durable tumbler for daily water, juice, and other drinks around the house, including in busy households with kids. One reviewer who bought Duralex Picardie glasses in 1997 reports breaking only about one glass since, and that their set lasted through both of their sons' childhoods.[4]
A housewarming or holiday gift
Reviewers have chosen this amber Picardie glass set as a present for housewarmings or the holidays. The warm amber tint adds a thoughtful touch to a gift basket, with a quality look that makes it feel like a considered gift.[6]
Mixing amber with green for a colorful table
Customers who use these amber Picardie glasses report that the amber hue complements green Picardie glasses, making it easy to mix and match colors for a colorful, eclectic table setting. If you're building a matching Duralex collection, this amber set is one shoppers pair with green.[6]
Bring bistro-style table service to your own table
Picardie glasses are a fixture in French cafés, bistros, wine bars, and coffee shops, making them a fitting choice for café-style water or drink service at home. A restaurant spokesperson quoted by a retailer reports they hold up well to daily use, look smart on the table, and are easy for staff to handle and wash. This set's amber tint offers the same look with a warmer color.[1,3,7]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Picardie Small Amber Glasses Set Of 4: Choose this if you want a small, durable everyday tumbler: the 250 ml (8 oz.) amber glasses are thermal shock-resistant tempered glass, dishwasher and microwave safe, and reviewers highlight them as a demitasse-style fit for espresso, cortado, or a glass of juice. The set of 4 suits daily use and gifting, with an amber hue that reviewers say pairs well with other tableware. Note that the compact capacity may mean frequent refills if you prefer bigger glasses of water or iced tea, and one reviewer reports a glass spontaneously shattering in the dishwasher, with possible bad batches acknowledged—so exchange any concern straight away.[5,6] | Picardie Small Clear Glasses Set Of 4: Choose this if you want compact everyday tumblers for juice, espresso, or family meals with toddlers: each glass holds 250 ml (8 oz.), is made of thermal shock-resistant tempered glass, and is dishwasher and microwave safe. Durability is well supported—Wirecutter's drop tests had it surviving 13 drops onto hardwood and 8 onto marble from 3 feet, and one longtime owner broke only about one glass since 1997—while reviewers also note the faceted sides give a secure grip for small hands and the glasses stack neatly without locking. Know that the small size may surprise buyers expecting a standard tumbler, one reviewer received a broken glass due to minimal shipping packaging (inspect on delivery), and a commenter warns against dropping one into a ceramic sink, where it shattered.[4,8,9,10] | Picardie Small Pink Glasses Set Of 4: Choose this if you want durable everyday drinkware: the thermal shock-resistant tempered glass is dishwasher and microwave safe, and reviewers report long-term use without chipping or breaking. The compact 250 ml (8 oz.) size fits comfortably in the palm and suits water, juice, espresso, or tea, while the subtle pink tint adds a retro touch that matches both modern and traditional tableware. Note that the modest 8-ounce capacity may mean frequent refills at large gatherings, and some hosts might prefer a larger Picardie size.[2,11] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Three upright amber drinking glasses and one tilted glass visible; each glass is tapered with vertical fluted panels, a thick rounded rim, and a heavier faceted base.
- Overall shapeTapered short tumbler shape with a slightly wider rim than base; walls curve inward toward a compact, thicker base.
3 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.26 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.10 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (medium) - Fluted vertical panelsVertical, evenly spaced fluted panels (shallow grooves) run from near the rim down toward the base, producing a faceted appearance on the body.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.26 · h 0.32 (high) - Rim detailRim appears slightly rounded and thicker than the wall, catching highlights around the top edge.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.40 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high) - Stacked and tilted pairAt the upper-left a pair of glasses are stacked with the top glass tilted and resting partially inside the lower glass so its rim and interior are visible at an angle.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.10 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (high) - Base thickness and facetingBases are thicker and slightly faceted, visible as darker amber mass at each glass bottom and producing concentrated shadow and color depth.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.80 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.70 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-style lifestyle shot on a light textured fabric surface with warm directional lighting casting amber-tinted shadows; neutral wall background.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented image with glasses arranged across a light fabric-covered surface; foreground glass centered lower, one glass right midground, and a stacked pair upper-left.
- Surface and shadowsLight textured fabric tabletop visible beneath the glasses; each glass casts a warm amber-tinted shadow on the surface consistent with directional lighting from the upper left.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.76 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.64 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - BackgroundSmooth neutral-colored wall occupying the upper half of the frame, out of focus.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.45 (high) - Lighting highlightsSpecular highlights visible on rims and upper walls of the glasses, indicating glossy transparent material and a single strong light source.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
warm amber· glass body#CC6B01- Overall shapeTapered short tumbler shape with a slightly wider rim than base; walls curve inward toward a compact, thicker base.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of a short faceted amber glass tumbler with vertical fluted panels, thick rolled rim, and a slightly darker amber base; two additional matching glasses are partially visible at the edges.
- Overall shapeShort tumbler with a slightly tapered cylindrical profile widening toward the top and a thick rolled rim.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.22 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - Surface detailingVertical fluted/faceted panels around the body producing repeated rounded rectangular segments and subtle ridges.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.60 · h 0.46 (high) - Material and transparencyTranslucent colored glass allowing light transmission and internal reflections; surfaces show highlights and visible glass thickness at rim and base.
- Color gradientAmber color appears lighter toward the upper interior and deeper/darker amber near the thick base and lower body.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.28 · w 0.56 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Additional items visibleTwo additional matching amber tumblers partially visible: one at the upper left edge and one at the right edge, both cropped.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio scene with a textured light beige fabric surface, soft directional lighting from upper left producing warm highlights and cast shadows; image is a close crop focusing on glass detail.
- Surface backgroundLight beige textured fabric or tablecloth visible beneath and around the glasses.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm directional light from upper left creating bright highlights on the rim and interior and soft shadows cast to the lower right.
- Shot compositionClose-up, slightly overhead angle focusing on the central glass; top edges of peripheral glasses are cropped by the frame.
- Image qualitySharp focus on central glass with visible texture and crisp reflections; no legible printed text visible in the scene.
Colors
golden amber· upper interior and upper body#C2831Cdeep amber· lower body and base#8C3A0C- Overall shapeShort tumbler with a slightly tapered cylindrical profile widening toward the top and a thick rolled rim.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
14 total14 reviews · out of 5
très beaux verres
verre trempé, belle couleur, qualité
Fabulous
Fast delivery and glasses a quality. Exactly what I hoped.
Gorgeous and sturdy
Very pretty caramel color.
Très jolij
Oui
Amber glasses
nice for the morning juiced
Verres et assiettes Picardie
Bel agencement avec autre vaisselle contrastée.
Parfait pour la roulotte
Beaux et résistants, ils nous accompagnent en camping
Good glasses
They look tiny and feel tiny in your hand, but it holds a good amount and the texture is good on the mouth
On aime beaucoup
Nous c'est pour le café!
Cadeau
C’était pour offrir en cadeau. Très heureuse de la disponibilité de cet article et livré très rapidement.
Happy
Durable and very nice
Arrived Thank you! It was
Arrived Thank you! It was a gift, and it sounds like it’s what she had in mind! Beautiful and reasonably priced!
Excellent but I wish they were larger
Nice colour!
Picardie small amber glasses Set of 4
These can be put in the dishwasher and clean easily. This is the second time that I have ordered these and I love them and they are great alternated with the green Picardie glasses.
Reddit Insights
5 threads · r/BuyItForLifeReddit users generally praise Duralex Picardie glasses for their exceptional durability and timeless design, though some warn about the risk of messy shattering and recent quality control issues.
While many users report decades of use with minimal breakage and high durability, there are recurring reports of spontaneous shattering, defects in new batches, and cleanup difficulties when they break, leading to a mixed overall sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday drinkware for families
- Dishwasher use
- Collecting multiple sets
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Bormioli Rocco Rock Bar
Some users prefer Bormioli Rocco Rock Bar for better stacking height, built-in wine pour line, and equal or better durability, rating it higher than Duralex Picardie, though Picardie is still considered a close second.
Source Threads
Shattering risk despite overall durability
Lots of people saying Duralex, and they are very strong. But if they do break, they break into a million tiny pieces. We had one shatter in our dishwasher and we ended up having to replace the dishwasher because the repairman could not get rid of all the glass in all the nooks and crannies of the dishwasher. Expensive lesson to learn.
u/Grouchy_View_817View thread →
Over 25 years of durable family use
I bought mine in 1997 - three different sizes (small being the ones pictured). I have broken maybe one glass in all that time. They have made it through the entirety of my two boys childhoods. These are really good glasses and I would be super bummed if the company folds or is bought out and switched over to making an inferior glass.
u/FionaTheFierceView thread →
Comparison: Bormioli Rocco Rock Bar rated above Duralex Picardie
Not sure if you've seen the Rock Bar line from Bormioli Rocco - the famous Italian glassmaker. I like these better than the Duralex Picardie anyway, Id rate these a 10 and Picardie a 9. They stack higher (16) are tempered, and equal or better for shock and temp resistant Highly chip resistant rims and still crystal clear with no scratches after two decades of entertaining combined with daily use, we use them for everything even wine, and they have a perfect built in measuring line at a standardized 5 OZ wine pour. Check em out.
u/DavegvgView thread →
Spontaneous shattering and production issues
I’ve had one spontaneously shatter in the dishwasher. Duralex changed its oven a few years ago and that led to a lot of production problems, even bankrupting the company. It’s back under new management apparently but there may have been some bad batches, definitely return or exchange them.
u/fazalmajidView thread →
Multiple set ownership and color preference
I have three sets of their Picardies, and they're all in dark grey. As soon as the 50cL becomes available in that tint I will gobble it up.
u/understandunderstandView thread →