The Story Behind the Design
An ornate Victorian apothecary label featuring the word "Strychnine", inspired by historic pharmacy and cabinet-of-curiosities collections
The Apothecary & Alchemy collection explores the curious meeting point between Victorian pharmacy, decorative engraving and dark humour. Each design takes its inspiration from the ornate labels once found on apothecary bottles and poison cabinets, transforming them into a playful engraving for contemporary glassware.
At first glance the design appears to be an elegant nineteenth century label, filled with elaborate scrollwork and decorative flourishes. At its centre sits the name Strychnine, creating the familiar question every whisky drinker has heard at least once... "What's your poison?" The result is a piece that combines historical styling with a tongue in cheek sense of humour, making it equally suited to home bars, whisky collections and gifts for those who appreciate a little dark wit.
Line weight and spacing are adjusted to retain definition across finer engraved elements.
Engraving & Personalisation
A short personal inscription may be included with this design. Each engraving is arranged in the studio to suit the composition of the glass.
If your requirements extend beyond the personalisation available on this listing, please get in touch. Longer inscriptions or more complex requirements may require a bespoke quotation.
A Personalisation Layout is provided before engraving so you can check the wording, names, dates and other factual information supplied with your order.
Considered Pairings
From coordinated glassware and presentation pieces to bespoke commissions, these examples show different ways the design language can be carried forward.
The Companion Piece
Pair this piece with another from the studio collections to create a coordinated set, whether for gifting, presentation or display.
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The Studio Edit
Explore related pieces selected from across the studio collections, chosen to share the same design language and engraving style.
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Bespoke Commissions
Looking for something unique? Many commissions begin with an existing collection and develop into a design prepared specifically for the occasion.
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Satin Lined Presentation Box
The Glass
- Height 86 mm
- Capacity 330 ml
Images may show multiple glasses, bottles, or styling elements to demonstrate engraving detail, scale, or serving context. Unless clearly stated otherwise, each listing refers only to the engraved glassware described on this page. Personalised names or messages shown in images are examples of layout and finish.