Creating this piece for Richard Coleman reflects how we merge handcrafted technique with the value of personal stories. As creators of a piece recognized around the world as the gold standard in signature glassware, we know a gift must live up to the career of the person who receives it. Discover the origin of this innovation in our central story: The Story of the Best Whiskey Glass in the World.
Some artists inspire other artists. For me, Lanchi, the music of Gustavo Cerati was always an endless source of inspiration. And in that universe of sound there was a guitar that was always there, weaving the magic beside him: Richard Coleman’s. This post is not about a product; it is the story of a “thank you” turned into a gift.
Gustavo Cerati and Richard Coleman in Mexico: Pure Live Magic
Relive one of the band’s most iconic concerts in Mexico, a perfect example of the unique bond between Richard Coleman’s guitar and Gustavo Cerati’s voice: the soundtrack that inspired the creation of our signature glass.
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The Mission: A Tribute to a Golden Sound
When you think of a gift for someone whose art you admire, the piece must have meaning. The choice was a glass born from a Johnnie Walker Gold Label bottle. Why? Because its nickname, the “Celebration Blend”, stands for golden moments, like the ones the music of Cerati and Coleman has given millions of people. It was the perfect canvas for a memorable toast, and a centerpiece of our signature whiskey glass collection.
The Perfect Stage: Whisky Live Buenos Aires
The gift could not be given just anywhere. It happened at the heart of the whisky world: Whisky Live Buenos Aires, organized by the visionary Miguel Reigosa, founder of the iconic Whisky Museum. Surrounded by the finest spirits in the world and by connoisseurs, the moment found its ideal setting.
“A Glass of My Own Design, for You”: The Meeting
The moment was intimate and direct, from one artist to another. As I handed him the glass, my words were:
“I’m a fan of Gustavo, and I want to thank you for being there with him. I’m giving you a glass of my own design, made especially for you. Thank you so much, Richard!”
It was a personal tribute, a thank-you for so many years of music that have been with us.
The Final Touch: Hand-Engraved by Eli Moreno
To make the gift truly personal, artist Eli Moreno worked on the piece. With her unmatched steady hand, she carved the name “Richard Coleman” into the glass, freehand. This is no small detail: it is the signature that makes it one of a kind. Discover her glass engraving work.
A Toast That Connects Legends
Richard Coleman’s glass joins an exclusive collection created for personalities who value art and authenticity, a saga that includes legends such as Guillermo Coppola, Pico Mónaco and César Gueikian, Gibson’s former CEO.
Sometimes a whisky glass is not just a glass. It is a thank-you, a tribute, a recognition: proof that the best gifts are the ones that carry a personal story.
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About Green Glass. Green Glass is the original concept created in Argentina in 2015 by the recycled glass artist Lanchi and the engraving artist Eli Moreno. Born from Lanchi's love of whisky, it turns real bottles into collectible, signature glasses, made by hand piece by piece. Green Glass has created pieces for Google, Johnnie Walker, Chivas Regal and the former CEO of Gibson, and Eli has engraved for luxury houses such as Hermès and Creed. Learn how Lanchi turns bottles into luxury glasses in the glass bottle cutting course.
