When hosting a cocktail party, it’s important to have the proper glassware on hand. But with so many different types of cocktail glasses available, it can be tricky to know where to start. Here’s a guide to help you buy the right cocktail glasses for your next shindig.

First, decide what type of cocktails you’ll be serving. If you’ll be serving mostly martinis and cosmopolitans, you’ll need martini glasses. If you’ll be serving mostly margaritas and daiquiris, you’ll need hurricane …