The origin of the Nonic name is obvious and still surprising. Also, the glass’s familiar side bulge does more than you think.

The distinctive bump found on what experts call a 'nonic' pint glass isn't just a random design quirk - it's a carefully engineered feature that has been used by bartenders for over a century.

The distinctive ‘bump’ found about three-quarters up a pint glass – known as a nonic glass – will have been picked up and grabbed by drinkers without a second glance. Plus more modern pint ...

The nonic was invented in 1913 by Hugo Pick to improve on the classic pint glass, called a conical or sleever - the most popular variety in the US. Hugo's invention has been a staple in bars ...