Welcome to Mountain High Percolations

We are a Colorado-based family company making handmade glass art with unforgettable function and quality construction.

Founded in 2018

Rye and Mando, married team of 2, lead Mountain High Percs with the goal of sharing work unique and exciting enough that you want to use it every day.

Timeline

2014: Rye Enters Glass

Rye got into glassblowing in January 2014 while living in California. He learned the craft as a flameworker for a production company.

2018: Jump to Independence

After 4 years, Rye took the leap to become an independent artist and start his own company.

2020: MI -> CO

We relocated ourselves and the company from Michigan to Colorado to chase Mando’s goal of their masters in counseling.

2021: Champs Win!

Rye competed in the 2021 Champs Masters competition to challenge himself in the benchworking technique. He won first place in the Denver Goblet Grab!

2022: New Shop, Next Level

Most recently, we transitioned into our own studio space and are in the process of building it out to continue growing our company and team.

How’d we get here?

Meet Rye

(She/They)

Artist Q&A

If there’s one thing I could make for the rest of my life, it would be drinkware. I love making the challenge of making goblets and barware.
There’s nothing more special to me than crafting a piece with intention and love, and passing that energy along to our supporters. It means a lot to be able to build something that allows people to take a break from their busy day, inhale deeply, and exhale any troubles. I am always striving to create pieces that inspire curiosity and wonder about the craft.
I am inspired by other glassware wherever I go. Whether it’s vintage thrifted glass or a cocktail glass at a bar, I am always looking for ways to bring aesthetic and function together.
I love spending time with my cats and my spouse. Skateboarding and seeing live music.
I enjoy exploring the beautiful state of Colorado through outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, camping, snowboarding, snowshoeing.

Some of my favorite parts of being on the team are getting to know our supporters and this community, as well as helping Rye name the in-house color mixes.

Otherwise, I help out with finances, supply ordering, customer service, and any other support behind the scenes that Rye may need.

Fun fact: Rye and I bonded over glass! When we met in 2016, I had some imported glass, and Rye couldn’t wait to introduce me to real-deal American made glass. I fell in love with both Rye and his craft as well. My appreciation and respect for glass artists in this industry is immense!

Aside from my role here, I am also employed full-time, working as a Behavioral Health Technician at a local inpatient rehab. I am currently pursuing my masters of counseling with the long-term goal of working my ways towards licensure and my own practice.

Hi, I’m Mandolin a.k.a. Mando (they/them). I’m Rye’s spouse and right hand in running Mountain High Percs.

Meet Our Feline Associates

Providing all the laughs and cuddles, we could not do this without our kitty crew.

Cheeto

Chauncey

Pirate

Thank you for supporting us.

Thank you doesn’t seem to quite capture the gratitude we feel for the community that’s welcomed us and supported us along this journey. We’re humbled that you’re here and privileged to continue making beautiful, functional glass art that you love. We hope to create an enjoyable experience, from your first purchase through life-long use of your tube.