Step 1

Start with a background. 72dpi and RGB mode.

Step 2

Add some text.

Step 3

Add a layer style by clicking the little “f” at the bottom
of the layers pallette.

Add a dropshadow and a bevel, copy the settings shown here.

Note 2 things here that really make the glass “pop”

1. Change the contour, this gives the reflected look.
2. uncheck the global light and change the altitude to 70.

Step 4

Here is the result, pretty uninspiring huh?

Step 5

This step is where the magic happens!

In the styles palette, click on the Custom blending options.

Now pull the fill opacity all the way to 0 and the rabbit comes out of
the hat!

Step 6

Here is our glass type.

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