The Huski Elevated™ Stemware Range is an innovative modern twist on traditional wine and champagne glasses that combines style, convenience and performance to make those special moments last even longer.
EXPERTISE
- Industrial Design
- Mechanical Engineering
- Prototyping
- Design for Manufacture
- Manufacturing Support
CHALLENGE
Balancing elegance and functionality.
The Huski Elevated™ Stemware Range set out to create the world’s best-insulated wine glasses that deliver the ultimate drinking experience. Huski, having noticed that existing stainless steel tumblers lacked the refinement necessary for enjoying fine wine, saw an opportunity to introduce something unique. They envisioned a product that could balance the elegance of traditional stemware with the rugged durability and performance Huski is known for.
Having successfully collaborated on previous projects, Huski partnered with Blender to bring this vision to life. The main challenge was finding a harmonious blend between style and function, ensuring the product would be versatile enough for any setting—from formal dinners to casual outdoor gatherings. Huski wanted the Elevated™ Range to be a game-changer, and Blender was tasked with making it happen.
APPROACH
A thoughtful approach to form and function.
Blender’s process for the Huski Elevated™ Stemware Range involved rethinking traditional wine glasses with an emphasis on both form and function. The team started by exploring how the drinking experience could be enhanced through thoughtful design. One pivotal insight was the psychological and tactile influence of a wine glass’s stem, and the team set out to innovate around this feature.
This led to the concept of the TwistLock™ Stem, a detachable stem that allows users to switch between a classic, stemmed glass and a more casual, stemless tumbler. Blender’s design team faced several challenges in ensuring that the stem mechanism was robust enough for frequent use without compromising aesthetics. After numerous iterations and material tests, they perfected the TwistLock™ Stem system.
Blender also tackled other key aspects, including the EasySlider™ lid, which required rigorous testing to ensure a smooth drinking experience without airlocks or spills. Blender’s expertise in using premium materials and advanced manufacturing techniques ensured the range met Huski’s high standards of performance and durability.
SOLUTION
Delivering the ultimate wine experience.
The Huski Champagne Flute and Wine Tumbler exemplify exceptional design across multiple dimensions. Their forms are a marriage of elegance and practicality, echoing the sophistication of traditional glassware with the functionality that Huski is known for.
The detachable TwistLock™ Stem recognises the traditional heritage of drinking wine with a stemmed glass and is a first of its kind in this drinkware category. This innovative feature enhances the user experience, allowing for a seamless transition between stemmed elegance and stemless convenience.
The EasySlider™ lid, which has undergone extensive testing and refinement to eliminate airlocks, minimise spills, simplify cleaning, and provide the best drinking experience possible.
The triple-insulated construction ensures exceptional thermal performance, keeping beverages at optimal temperatures for extended durations, eliminating condensation, preserving surfaces and preventing slips. Crafted from premium 304 stainless steel with a durable powder-coated finish, Huski guarantees longevity and corrosion resistance.
The Huski Elevated™ Stemware Range has quickly found its place in the market, with the first two production runs selling out within weeks and sales exceeding expectations. The tumblers have received over 1,000 5-star ratings from satisfied customers.
The patent pending detachable TwistLock™ Stem system is the first of its kind and pushed the design team to develop new methods of construction and use new material combinations to achieve the desired result. There has also been a huge effort throughout the design process to increase durability and product lifespan where possible. Huski stands behind everything they make and is dedicated to creating quality products that will stand the test of time.
