Oil and vinegar bottles are a great way to add a classy look to any dining table. No matter your favorite cuisine; Italian, Spanish, Asian or American, an oil and vinegar set is an important part of any table setting. Whether you are looking for a perfect gift for a wedding, anniversary, birthday or holiday, or want to create just the right atmosphere at your next get-together, these specialized bottles may be just what you are looking for.
Lets take a look at some of our favorite bottles for 2012:
 Rachael Ray Stoneware Oil and Vinegar Bottle Set These cute and colorful Rachael Ray oil and vinegar bottles have a contemporary design that really liven up your table spread. Perfect for the dining table or for keeping close at hand in the kitchen these bottles come in four attractive colors: red, blue, yellow and orange. |
 Glass Oil & Vinegar Bottles by Home Essentials Slender glass bottles in an Italian restaurant style. This basic cruet set is fitted with a silver and black spout that is easy to pour and quite simple to clean. A reliable set that will work for nearly any occasion. |
 Bormioli Rocco 2-Piece Oil Bottle Set Old-fashioned style matching bottles with an embossed Italian design make this set a classy choice for relaxing dinners at home. Use one for extra-virgin olive oil and the other for your favorite salad vinegar. |
 Cuisinox Oil/Vinegar Bottles With Caddy These gourmet bottles not only look stylish, but they come with a wire caddy to keep them organized. The bottles also feature stainless steel labels to prevent mix-ups. |
 Tablecraft 6-Ounce Cruet Set Short and simple these small glass bottles from Tablecraft are ideal for those with a smaller dining table. The set also comes with a wire rack and handle. Just a good, basic set of oil & vinegar bottles that will stand the test of time. |
 Trudeau 2-in-1 Oil and Vinegar Bottle This clever bottle holds both your oil and vinegar in one container and pours in a perfect ratio of oil to vinegar so your salad dressing is just right each time. Surprisingly simple to wash and refill, this bottle is ideal for those looking for something modern to add to their kitchen decor. |
 Miam.Miam Stylish Glass Oil & Vinegar Pourers Attractive 8-ounce bottles feature a double-wall design that is practical and stylish. Stainless steel lids make them easy to pour, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally pouring too much. These bottles can be easily cleaned in the dishwasher. |
 America Retold Oil & Vinegar Bird’s Nest Caddy This cute conversation piece features a bird’s nest design with a small bird nestled at the top between two glass bottles. The caddy is made of painted metal and is sized perfectly to fit on a countertop or smaller table. This set is sure to elicit many compliments from guests. |
 Portmeirion Botanic Garden Ceramic Oil and Vinegar Bottles This beautiful ceramic set was designed by artist Susan Williams-Ellis and features hand-painted flowers with butterflies. Made in England this set is ideal for holidays and special occasions, but is good for daily use as well. These bottles also make for a delightful gift. |
For more ideas take a look at some of our favorite decorative oil and vinegar bottles.
As a unique gift, an oil and vinegar cruet set is a great choice for weddings, housewarmings, or any special occasion. It is an item that many people overlook, especially when moving into a new home or just discovering the joys that cooking at home can bring. The wide variety of styles make it an attractive gift for just about any age group. The wonderful thing about this gift is that it can be suited to fit any budget. Styles range from the basic, simply designed glass bottle sets, to the more expensive and durable ceramic bottles. Glass bottles allow the user see the contents of the bottle, useful when having dinner guests who may be unfamiliar with the items in your kitchen. In a glass set the rich yellow color of the oil and deep red of the vinegar help to accentuate the other features of the table spread. Ceramic bottles generally come with a chrome spout fitted to the top of the bottle. This makes for easy and effective pouring of both the vinegar and the oil.
Decorative and Practical
An oil and vinegar cruet is not only a decorative item but a practical kitchen tool as well. The various beautifully designed bottles are not only far more pleasing to the eye than the standard bottle you may receive when purchasing the products from the supermarket, but they are also better for gently pouring the oil or vinegar out. Bottles from the supermarket can often have large openings at the top of the bottle. This makes it tricky to pour the required amount out without spillage down the side. The spouts that are attached to oil & vinegar bottles make pouring the contents easy, guaranteeing that no mess is made and the correct amount is given every time. A great thing about these bottles is that they can be used for many years. They are always refillable, allowing the user to purchase whatever type of olive oil or vinegar they enjoy. They can even choose to have a wide selection of many oils in the kitchen in aesthetically pleasing bottles. Many people choose to use one bottle for balsamic oil, one for olive oil, and one for each type of vinegar. Some cooks prefer oil bottles made of tinted glass that protect the oil from exposure to light. This helps to keep the oil fresh longer. This is a good consideration when purchasing high-end olive-oil that you do not want to degrade. While it is not necessary to protect vinegar from light if you are looking for a matching set it is not difficult to find vinegar bottles in a variety of colors as well.
It’s easy to see how these versatile bottles add a touch of class to any kitchen table. Whether you are looking for a formal set or something for day to day use there is sure to be a style that will suit your needs.