Carafes and Decanters

Serve wine or water in style with our range of designer carafes and decanters, from hand-blown glass vessels to crystal classics with cut facets. Each piece is chosen for the way it handles on a table, balancing weight and pour so a Sunday lunch or a midweek supper gains a small note of occasion.
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  • Sea Glass Carafe 1L Sea Glass Carafe 1L

    Young, tannic reds benefit from 30 to 60 minutes in a wide-based decanter to soften before serving. Older, delicate reds need a gentler pour, ideally through a muslin or fine sieve to catch sediment, and only a short rest before drinking. A decanter is as much about presentation at the table as chemistry.

    Decanters are typically wider-based with a narrow neck, designed to maximise surface area for wine to breathe. Carafes are more upright and slim, suited to water, everyday table wines, or chilled whites where aeration isn't the point. Both carry the table beautifully, so the choice often comes down to the pour you're serving.

    Fine crystal is best hand-washed in warm water with a drop of mild detergent, dried immediately with a lint-free cloth to avoid watermarks. For stubborn residue, a handful of uncooked rice swirled with warm water lifts build-up without scratching the interior, which keeps the clarity and sparkle over the years.

    Store decanters unstoppered on a shelf where air can circulate through the neck, so the interior stays dry and free of trapped scent. Dedicating a small cupboard shelf to glassware, rather than standing pieces on a dining sideboard permanently, also keeps dust off and the glass ready for use at short notice.

    • Design Your Own Dining Table
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      Design Your Own Dining Table
      Want to design your own bespoke dining table? Well, thanks to the Heal’s Bespoke Dining collection, it’s never been easier to step into the role of designer. By choosing your own legs, wood, size and finish, you can create a table that suits your taste. There are over 2000 options available and coordinating benches to complete the look. We’ve created this useful guide to help you get started designing your own table. 1. Choose your leg style Find your perfect table legs with four different styles to choose from. The criss-crossed Oslo base offers a contemporary silhouette. Slim and splayed, Madrid is ideal for bringing a sleek and minimal look to your home. Harking back to the Arts and Crafts era, Lisbon features a refectory-style base. For more industrial homes, Prague is ideal thanks to its wide metal structure. 2. Choose your edge profile Now you’ve selected your legs, the next step is to choose the edge profile to suit you. Fans of clean lines and minimalist finished are likely to be drawn towards the straight edge profile. If you’re looking for a more contemporary design, a chamfered edge may be a good choice. This lends a touch of detailing to the table and streamlines the aesthetic. A natural edge follows the natural grain of the wood and lends the finished design a more organic aesthetic. 3. Choose your finish Now’s the time to select the ultimate surface. Each table top is crafted using solid wood and is available in six different finishes. These finishes include oiled oak in blonde, smoked, white, grey and natural finishes, as well as a natural walnut option. Each piece of wood boasts unique grains, knots and cracks that showcase the one-of-a-kind nature of your design. 5. Choose your size Next, grab your tape measure and figure out what size table you would like. The Designed By You collection offers seven lengths and two different widths. If you’d like a spot of guidance on choosing your table’s size, why not consult our dedicated buying guide?DINING TABLE BUYING GUIDE 6. Filled or not filled? This can be considered a baffling question, but really it’s quite simple. A filled table has a smooth surface with no holes for crumbs or dust. An unfilled table top showcases its grain in all its natural glory, with knots and cracks on display. Your choice will depend on your preference as well as how the table will be used. DESIGN YOUR OWN TABLE
    • Glassware Essentials For The Ultimate Home Bar
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      Glassware Essentials For The Ultimate Home Bar
      We can’t deny that the dark nights and cold winter months are approaching. Outdoor drinks and cocktails might soon be on temporary hiatus, but that doesn’t mean you and your fellow cohabitants can’t enjoy a tipple together inside. You’d be wise to upgrade your at-home bar game. An easy way to improve your drinking experience is to make sure you’re using the best cocktail glass for your beverage of choice, the same way your favourite bar does. Technically any glass will do, but there are specific shapes designed for specific drinks, intended to take your drinking experience to the next-level. Emily Dunstan, Home Accessories Buyer at Heal’s in collaboration with Holly Tudor, Cocktail Development at The Alchemist brings you the ultimate list of beautiful glassware to pair your tipple of choice with. The simple yet elegant pairing The long stem on this glass will help keep your drink as cold as possible. Better still, this style glass is a lot less likely to lose its contents over the rim and onto the floor if you’ve had a particularly good evening. And unlike some other martini glass styles, these are dishwasher safe, so there’s no need for hand-washing. Emily says: This pair of stunning champagne saucers adds a touch of delicate, Art Deco style to your evening drink. Holly says: These glasses are the perfect vessel for something simple yet elegant like Carrie Bradshaw’s favourite, the Cosmopolitan. How to make at home: Pour 35ml of citrus vodka, 20ml of lime juice, 20ml of triple sec and 40ml of cranberry juice into a shaker with cubed ice. Shake for 15 seconds or until condensation forms on the outside of the shaker. Fine strain into your saucer and garnish with a flamed orange zest. Get this glassware Best cocktail glass for fizzes and gins The aptly named highball is a classic standby that’s used for all sorts of cocktails, and fizzes particularly tall, cold drinks (often filled with ice) that are popular in the summer months when wanting to stay cool. Emily says: We suggest keeping the style simple with a highball, and these fit the bill beautifully. Highball glasses will enhance the aroma of gin's botanicals due to their subtly flared shape, perfect for any gin lover. Holly says: This sophisticated calls for a sophisticated gin classic – the Tom Collins. How to make at home: Pour 60ml of gin, (we like to use an Old Tom style gin for a sweeter and more citrusy drink) over cubed ice, add 25ml of lemon juice, 10ml of sugar syrup and top with soda. Adjust the amount of syrup in the drink to your tastes. To finish, garnish with a squeeze of lemon. Get this glassware Best Cocktail Glass for Wine Spritzers Choosing a wine glass for spritzers doesn’t need to take a lot of thought, you can use the same wine glass you usually use for wine. However, you’ll want to make sure there’s enough room in there for ample wine and soda. Emily says: These glasses will bring an added level of refinement to special occasions. Each glass is expertly mouth-blown and presented in a beautiful box, making them perfect for gift giving. Holly says: These wine glasses give a classy edge to everyone’s favourite summer beverage – the Aperol spritz. How to make at home: Pour 50ml Aperol, 125ml Prosecco over ice and top with a dash of soda water to lengthen. Give it a quick stir and finish with a squeeze of orange. Get this glassware Best Cocktail Glass for Spirits on the Rocks An old fashioned or double old fashioned glass is usually your best bet when it comes to sipping whiskey, vodka or any other spirits on the rocks. Emily says: Designed for the connoisseur, tumblers will bring a suave and debonair feel to your home bar. Ideal for a single malt whiskey or a short cocktail. The mouth blown glass is worked into a curvy silhouette that fits perfectly within the individual walnut base. Holly says: This glassware is perfect for impressing your friends with one of the oldest cocktails going, the Old Fashioned. How to make at home: Add 2 tsp of demerara sugar and 1 dash of bitters to the bottom of your glass and stir to combine. Add an orange zest, 15ml of Woodford and 2 cubes of ice. Stir to dilute and add another 15ml of Woodford and 2 more ice cubes. Repeat this another 2 times until your Old fashioned is diluted to your taste. Top with more cubed ice and garnish with an orange zest. Get this glassware The After Dinner Cocktail Glass This glass is perfect for margaritas and after dinner classics with its wide top and tapered bottom. Each glass is blown using fine crystal glass and boasts an elegant curved silhouette with a slim stem and flat base. Emily says: This glass is ultra modern and will add a touch of elegance to your home bar. Holly says: These cocktail saucers would pair amazingly with an after dinner classic like the espresso martini. How to make at home: Add 30ml of vodka (or dark rum if you fancy a twist) 15ml of coffee liqueur, 10ml of sugar syrup and 1 shot of fresh espresso to a cocktail shaker and shake hard for 15 seconds or until condensations forms on the outside of the shaker. Fine strain into your cocktail saucer and garnish with espresso beans. Get this glassware A Reminiscent Art Deco Evening Glasses which have a wide, shallow saucer allow just enough space for your favourite Champagne cocktail or negroni. This simple set adds a little sparkle with a metallic rim and they come in gold or silver to match the rest of your barware. Emily says: Champagne glasses add a touch of style to your evening drink and home bar setting and these smoked grey additions provide an Art Deco aesthetic. The tinted glass is a unique twist on typical champagne saucers, creating an energetic expression that will stand out in any drinking set. Holly says: The colour of these smoky champagne saucers work amazingly well with the deep red hue of one of my favourite cocktails - the Boulevardier. A whisky twist on the negroni. How to make at home: Add 30ml of bourbon, 30ml of Campari and 30ml of sweet vermouth to a mixing glass with cubed ice and stir for 30 seconds. Strain into your saucer and garnish with a pink grapefruit zest. Get this glassware A Spin on a Classic This pair of stunning yet unique wine glasses adds a touch of flair to your dining experience. Make your home bar the most on trend with a unique twist on the classic wine glass. Emily says: These glasses are a unique twist on typical wine glasses, creating a dynamic expression that will stand out in any drinking set. Holly says: I really love the look of these wine glasses, I think the size and shape lend themselves really well for putting a slightly different spin on a refreshing long drink such as the Paloma. How to make at home: Add 45ml of Tequila, 15ml of lime juice, 40ml of grapefruit juice and 2 tsp of agave to a cocktail shaker and fill with cubed ice. Shake for 15 seconds or until condensation forms on the outside of the shaker. Strain into your wine glass over cubed ice and top with soda. To finish, garnish with a squeeze of pink grapefruit. Get this glassware The Perfect Mixer Glass This contemporary long glass design is perfect for a relaxing drink in the evening. The unique art deco-inspired design will comfortably hold your favourite cocktails, but will also bring the flavours and aromatics of your drink to the forefront. Emily says: The vertically-ridged surface and narrow base provide a contemporary aesthetic, making this set stand out from the rest. The thick glass and heavy base make them a robust addition to any dining and social scenario. Holly says: I can see these being the perfect glass for something ice cold and refreshing like a Mojito. How to make at home: To make simply add 25ml of lime juice, 15ml of sugar syrup, 45ml of white rum and a handful of mint straight into the glass and top with a scoop of crushed ice. Use a bar spoon to churn the drink and release the oils from the mint. Once mint is well dispersed throughout the drink, top with soda and fill with crushed ice to the top. Garnish with a sprig of mint or a lime wedge. Get this glassware