This 2qt. pitcher is extremely versatile.   During the hot, humid summer months, it will work well for serving iced cold sweet tea or lemonade to a thirsty crowd.   It could also be used with flowers as a center piece on the table.   The workmanship of the pitcher is good & the shape is very nice.   Unfortunately, the first one I received was not packaged well & had a large 4" x 6" section broken out of the belly of the pitcher.   I knew it was broken as soon as I picked up the box because I could hear the broken pieces rattling around inside.    The lady I worked with in Customer Service was very friendly & efficient.   She sent a replacement order, with no hassle whatever, in time for my son's fiancee's birthday.   She was absolutely thrilled with it.