Shot Glasses

44 lines of shot glasses wholesale, covering every style a trade buyer needs – plain, CE-marked, toughened and stackable, in sizes from 25ml to 60ml. Brands include Luigi Bormioli, Libbey and Arcoroc. All priced for the trade.

Browse the full Shot & Spirit Glasses range or jump straight to a specific style below.

Shot Glass Styles for Trade & Hospitality

We stock glass shot glasses across four core categories. Whether you’re equipping a new bar opening or replenishing stock mid-season, there’s a style and pack size to match.

Plain Glass Shot Glasses

The workhorse of any back bar. Plain shot glasses are clean, unadorned and built for fast, high-volume service. Available in 25ml, 35ml and 50ml capacities – the sizes most bars run as standard measures.

Straightforward to wash, easy to stack in the glasswasher, and priced to make bulk buying a no-brainer. If you want plain shot glasses that just get the job done, this is where to start.

CE-Marked Shot Glasses

If you’re serving spirits as a measured trade quantity on licensed premises, your glassware needs to carry the correct conformity marking. CE-marked shot glasses meet the legal requirements for Northern Ireland; UKCA-marked options cover Great Britain. Both are available here.

Don’t leave compliance to chance – check Business Companion’s guidance on selling alcohol in licensed premises if you’re unsure which mark applies to your venue.

Toughened Shot Glasses

Toughened glass is the sensible choice for any venue doing serious volume. The manufacturing process – rapid heating and cooling – produces a glass that’s significantly harder to break than standard annealed glass, and when it does break, it fractures into safer, blunter pieces.

For a nightclub running 300 covers a night or a festival bar serving hundreds of people in a field, the reduction in breakage rates pays for the price difference quickly.

Stackable Shot Glasses

Space behind the bar is always at a premium. Stackable shot glasses nest cleanly, cut down on storage footprint and speed up restocking during service. Look for these if you’re running a compact back bar or working with limited glasswasher rack space.

Pair these with our Whisky Glasses or Liqueur Glasses to build out a complete spirits service.

Who Buys Wholesale Shot Glasses from Ascot?

We supply trade buyers across the UK. The most common customers for our shot glass range are:

• Bars and nightclubs running high-volume shot service who need reliable stock that won’t run out mid-shift
• Festival and event bars that need to buy shot glasses in bulk ahead of a season or a single large event
• Tequila and spirits tasting venues where presentation matters and a range of sizes – 25ml, 35ml, 50ml, 60ml – gives the flexibility to serve different pours correctly
• Late-night venues requiring CE-stamped measures to stay compliant with weights and measures legislation
• New bar openings building opening stock who need a wide range of styles in one order, from a single trusted wholesale supplier

Why Buy from Ascot Wholesale?

• Wholesale trade pricing – all prices shown ex-VAT, structured for trade buyers, not retail
• 44 shot glass lines in stock – one of the broadest ranges available from a single UK wholesale supplier
• Premium brands – Luigi Bormioli, Libbey and Arcoroc, alongside other trusted names in commercial glassware
• CE-marked options for licensed premises that need compliant measuring glassware
• Free delivery on qualifying orders – reducing your cost per case on larger purchases
• 25 years of industry experience – we know what hospitality businesses actually need, and we stock accordingly

Browse the full Shot & Spirit Glasses section, or explore Whisky Glasses and Liqueur Glasses for related formats.

FAQ – Shot Glasses

What shot glasses do you stock?

We stock 44 shot glass lines covering plain, CE-marked, toughened and stackable styles. Brands include Luigi Bormioli, Libbey, Arcoroc and others. Sizes run from 25ml up to 60ml, with a range of shapes and case quantities to suit different venue types.

What sizes do shot glasses come in?

Our range covers 25ml, 35ml, 50ml and 60ml. The 25ml and 35ml sizes are the standard legal measures for spirits served in licensed premises in the UK. The 50ml and 60ml options are popular for double measures, shooters and tasting pours.

What are CE-marked shot glasses?

A CE mark on a shot glass indicates that the glass has been verified as an accurate measuring instrument to a legal standard. In Northern Ireland, CE-marked glasses are required when the glass is used to measure and serve alcohol as a trade quantity. In Great Britain, UKCA marking applies for the same purpose. See Business Companion’s guidance for the full legal detail.

Are toughened shot glasses worth it for a busy bar?

Yes, for most high-volume venues. Toughened glass is harder to break during normal service, and the breakage pattern is safer when it does occur. The upfront cost per unit is slightly higher than standard glass, but reduced replacement frequency and lower breakage risk during busy periods make it the more cost-effective choice over time.

Can I buy shot glasses in bulk?

Yes. Bulk shot glasses are available in case quantities of 6, 12, 24, 48, 72 and 144 depending on the line. Larger case quantities typically give a lower cost per unit, making them the right choice for venues with high throughput or those building opening stock.

Are your shot glasses suitable for commercial glasswashers?

Most of the shot glasses we stock are designed for commercial use and are compatible with standard commercial glasswashers. Toughened options in particular are built to handle repeated high-temperature wash cycles. Check individual product pages for any specific care notes.

Do you stock stackable shot glasses?

Yes. We stock a selection of stackable shot glasses designed to nest securely for storage and transport. These are particularly useful for venues with limited back-bar space or those running high-speed service where quick restocking matters.

Do you stock branded shot glasses?

We stock branded shot glasses from manufacturers including Luigi Bormioli, Libbey and Arcoroc – all recognised names in commercial glassware. If you’re looking for custom-printed or venue-branded shot glasses with your own logo, that’s a different service; contact us to discuss options.

What is the minimum order?

There is no site-wide minimum order. Individual products are sold by the case, and case quantities vary by line – from 6 up to 144 units. You can mix products across an order to reach the quantity you need.

Can I open a trade account?

Yes. Trade accounts are available for qualifying hospitality and licensed trade businesses. A trade account gives you access to trade pricing and streamlined reordering. Contact us directly to apply or ask about account terms.

Useful Sources

• Business Companion – Selling Alcohol in Licensed Premises
• GOV.UK – Applying a Crown Symbol to Pint Glasses