BLOG: The best wine glass cooler right now: a comparison of GLICERRR, Coolenator, VoChill, and other alternatives.
Discover which wine glass cooler works best. We compare GLICERRR, Coolenator, VoChill, and other systems. GLICERRR is the only one that offers unlimited cooling time.

We all know this situation

Every wine lover knows the problem: you pour a perfectly chilled glass of white wine, rosé, or champagne, but within minutes—especially outdoors—the glass is already lukewarm.
A bottle cooler helps until the moment of pouring, but the glass itself warms up immediately afterward.

That's why there are now several types of wine glass coolers: systems that keep the glass cool instead of just the bottle.
But not every solution works equally well. In this blog post, we compare the most popular options: neoprene sleeves, Coolenator, VoChill, and of course, the Dutch innovation system GLICERRR.

The different types of wine glass coolers

1. Neoprene sleeves: insulate, but don't actually cool

These are colorful, soft sleeves that you slide over a standard wine glass. They insulate the glass slightly, slowing down the temperature rise.
Great for festivals or promotional items, but they're not suitable for really hot weather. There's no active cooling, and in warm weather, you'll notice that within minutes.

Pros:
• Affordable
• Printable and suitable as a promotional gift

Cons:
• No real cooling
• Not luxurious or aesthetically pleasing
• Temperature still rises quickly


2. Clip-on coolers with a freezing element (e.g., Coolenator)

Coolenator uses a freeze-free base, an element that you pre-freeze. You then click the glass onto the cooled base, causing the bottom of the glass to release cold.
In theory, this works well, but in practice, it depends on preparation: there must be freezer space and the element must be frozen for a long time. Once the element thaws, the cooling stops—there's no way to extend it on the spot.

Advantages:
• Attractive appearance
• No ice required

Disadvantages:
• Requires freezer space and preparation
• Only cools as long as the element is cold
• Not suitable for long sessions or large groups

3. Cradle systems like VoChill

VoChill works with a type of holder (the "cradle") that you first place in the freezer. After freezing, you place the cradle in a stand and place your own wine glass inside. The cradle then cools the glass it rests in.
VoChill has a strong design and is popular as a gift in the lifestyle market, but here too, the cooling effect stops as soon as the cradle warms up. Outdoors, this often happens within 45 minutes.

Advantages:
• Suitable for your own glass
• Luxurious appearance

Disadvantages:
• Limited cooling effect outdoors
• Requires preparation
• No option for intermediate cooling

4. GLICERRR – a completely new type of wine glass cooler

GLICERRR works differently than all the systems mentioned above. It consists of a stylish ABS cooler filled with ice and a small amount of water, into which the stemless, hand-blown crystal wine glass is placed.

The glass sits directly in an ice bath, without the ice touching the drink.

This ensures natural, powerful, and even cooling that lasts for over 60 minutes —even outdoors in the sun.
When the cooling in GLICERRR slowly decreases, simply add a few ice cubes.

And because GLICERRR works with ice, the system can be used anywhere in the world without any preparation or freezer space.

Comparison: Which system works best in practice?

To give you a clear picture, we've listed the most important differences.

Cooling time and performance

• Neoprene: barely any effect, no active cooling.
• Coolenator: cools as long as the freezing element is cold. After that, it stops.
• VoChill: works within about 1.5 hours, but often only for 45 minutes outdoors.
• GLICERRR: cools for more than 60 minutes/indefinitely thanks to the ice water surrounding the glass.

Ease of use

• Coolenator and VoChill require preparation and freezer space.
• Neoprene works without preparation, but doesn't deliver real performance.
• GLICERRR works always, because ice is available everywhere: at home, on patios, on the beach, at events, or in restaurants.

Taste and experience

Because GLICERRR places the glass in an ice bath, the wine stays consistently at the ideal drinking temperature. No fluctuations, no dilution, no rush. You drink at your own pace.
Other systems maintain a less stable temperature and heat up faster.

The key differentiator: unlimited cooling time, only with GLICERRR

Here's the key difference, and it's a major advantage no other wine glass cooler offers:

When the cooling in GLICERRR slowly decreases, simply add a few ice cubes.
That's it.

➡️ So you cool without limits.
➡️ For as long as you want.
➡️ And without having to pre-freeze anything.

With other systems, this is impossible:

• A Coolenator element has to be returned to the freezer for hours.
• A VoChill cradle has to be completely re-frozen.
• A neoprene cover can't actively cool at all.
Only GLICERRR offers a cooling system that can be extended indefinitely, ideal for long summer evenings, elaborate dinners, birthdays, drinks with friends, festivals, or professional wine service.

Design, luxury, and a gift value

While many systems are primarily functional, GLICERRR is also designed to be seen.

The combination of an elegant, hand-blown crystal glass and a sleekly designed cooler creates a high-quality look. You can immediately see: this is not a gimmick, but a premium wine accessory.

An added bonus: the cooler can be personalized with logos, names, or company branding. This makes GLICERRR particularly suitable as a corporate gift or a luxurious hospitality presentation.

Suitable for Hospitality and Events

Many coolers are difficult to scale in hospitality environments because they rely on frozen components. This makes the system impractical for busy patios or events.

GLICERRR doesn't have that problem. It works with ice—and ice is everywhere.

Furthermore, both the glass and the cooler are dishwasher-safe, making them easy, hygienic, and quick to reuse. 

This makes GLICERRR not just a gadget, but a professionally deployable system that visibly elevates the wine experience.

Conclusion: Why GLICERRR is the best wine glass cooler

When we compare all the systems, a clear picture emerges: GLICERRR is the only solution that is practical, luxurious, powerful, and endlessly functional.

The advantages at a glance:

• Active, powerful cooling with ice water
• More than 60 minutes of cooling temperature
• Unlimited cooling time by simply refilling with ice
• No preparation or freezer space required
• Luxurious hand-blown crystal glass
• Ideal for restaurants, patios, beach clubs, and events
• Dishwasher-safe
• Suitable as a high-end gift or promotional item
• Can be used worldwide, anywhere there's ice

That's why GLICERRR (click for more) is, in practice, the most complete and versatile wine glass cooler available today — for anyone who enjoys a perfectly chilled glass of wine at the perfect moment.