Coravin x Birdy.Tex Glass Towel: Care and Usage Tips

Quick answer

Use the Coravin x Birdy.Tex Glass Towel dry for streak-free polishing and hand-wash it gently to preserve its ultra-fine fibers. Avoid fabric softener and high heat.

How to use and care for your Coravin x Birdy.Tex Glass Towel

1. 1. Polish dry glass only: Use the towel on a clean, dry wine glass. Hold the glass by the base or stem and gently rotate it with the towel in your other hand, applying light pressure to remove water spots and fingerprints. A common mistake is polishing wet glass, which spreads water and reduces the towel's effectiveness.
2. 2. Hand-wash with mild soap and cold water: After several uses, rinse the towel under cold water and gently rub a drop of mild dish soap into the fibers. Rinse thoroughly until no suds remain. Do not wring or twist—press the water out gently. Machine washing can damage the ultra-fine fibers. If you must machine-wash, use a delicate bag and no fabric softener.
3. 3. Air-dry flat or hang: Lay the towel flat on a drying rack or hang it over a rod away from direct heat. Do not use a dryer or iron, as high heat can melt or distort the fibers. Fabric softener and dryer sheets coat the fibers with residue, causing lint and streaks on future use.
4. 4. Store clean and separate: Keep the towel in a clean drawer or hang it where it won't collect dust or grease. Avoid storing it with other cloths that may shed lint onto it. Storing near kitchen oils or in a damp area can transfer odors or cause mildew.

Product fact

• Coravin x Birdy.Tex Glass Towel: Developed in Japan using ultra-fine fiber technology, trusted by professional bartenders and sommeliers. This construction makes the towel streak-free, lint-free, and non-abrasive, so it won't scratch delicate stems or leave fibers on the rim.