Colorado Cottonwood Green Shot Glass

Colorado Plains Cottonwood Shot Glass — “Shot in the Wild,” Dyed Green

Dimensions: ~2‑7/8 inches tall × 1‑5/8 inches diameter

Turned from Colorado Plains Cottonwood (Populus deltoides ssp. monilifera), this shot glass reflects the rugged beauty of one of the Great Plains’ most iconic trees. Cottonwood thrives along rivers and floodplains, where its fast growth and towering presence make it a sentinel of open landscapes. The wood itself is light in tone, often creamy to pale brown, with a fine, even grain. Though naturally soft, stabilization strengthens the cottonwood, preventing expansion or contraction with humidity and ensuring durability for long‑term use.

Dyed in a striking green, the vessel takes on new life—its natural grain patterns enhanced by color that evokes rippling leaves, riverbanks, and the vitality of the Plains. The “shot in the wild” style preserves the original contours of the branch, offering a tactile link to the tree’s living form. Each piece carries small variations and marks that make it unique, a reminder of its natural origin.

Finished with polymerized walnut oil, beeswax, and carnauba wax, the surface is smooth, food‑safe, and softly lustrous. Over time, the finish will season naturally, deepening the warmth of the cottonwood while maintaining its wild edge.

A premium handcrafted vessel, this shot glass is both functional and expressive—a celebration of cottonwood’s quiet character, transformed through stabilization, dye, and the artistry of Gentry Crafted.