Room temp is good for whiskey. Don't worry about special ice or water. Maybe also have a small bottle of water on hand in case she wants to add a splash.

If you're not sure if she likes ice or not then I'd go with Canadian Glencairn Glasses. They've got the tulip shape which helps enhance the nose but they're wide enough to accommodate ice unlike other tulip-shaped glasses.

For anyone wondering what it's called, it's the Whiskey Wedge made by Corkcicle. My wife got me a set, and they work real well!

Link below
https://www.amazon.com/Corkcicle-Whiskey-Wedge-Fashioned-Silicone/dp/B00MYSQ9GA

That’s because it is awesome: https://www.amazon.com/Corkcicle-Whiskey-Wedge-Fashioned-Silicone/dp/B00MYSQ9GA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=half+ice+whiskey+glass&qid=1558796204&s=gateway&sprefix=half+ice+whiskey+&sr=8-3

Glencairns for sure. They were designed specifically to bring out the aromas of scotch and whiskey, the entire reason they exist is to improve the tasting experience. You can get a four pack on Amazon for $35

amazon has real glencairns, $27 for 6.

https://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Whiskey-Glass-Set/dp/B00HZTA9SW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1482960440&sr=8-2&keywords=bellemain+whiskey+glass

there used to be a cheaper bellemain one that was $20 for 6 but those appear to be gone.

Just leave a browser window open to here. ;-)

Looks like the Godinger Dublin DOF glasses. Source: I have them.

Edit: They're very popular in movies/TV shows. I've seen this glass in House of Cards and Parks & Rec, among others.

It's a Norlan glass; I got it on Amazon and while they are a bit pricey I like them a lot. It works well as a rocks glass or a neat glass and the double paned glass insulates the whisky from your hand really well.

The Reddit Gifts Store used to sell it.

It is a Sandblasted version of this Glencairn:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005LSA4GQ/

Fun fact (for those in the US and buying on Amazon at least): while buying 2 puts them at ~$7-8 each[1], the sweet spot is usually in 6 or 12 packs at ~$5 each[2].

[1] https://smile.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Whiskey-Glass-Set/dp/B00H143UXW/
[2] https://smile.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Whiskey-Glass-Clear/dp/B003VAWA68/

Stupid Amazon. I really want these glasses but I don't need them. I have no where to put them. I have way too many glasses already. I will just admire them on the webpage. lol.

Definitely pick up some Glencairn glasses. The glass really helps you get the nose just right, plus it looks dope.


In terms of a best bourbon under $100, there's a lot of choices, but I think a lot of people around here will recommend Four Roses Single Barrel and/or Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (if you can find it) as fantastic bourbons that won't kill your wallet.

any chance you can make these on a larger whiskey glass?
Like this one

I drink beer(not all the time) outta this.

I for one like the idea of that mug, but I doubt there'd be a time when I'd use it. (Maybe during DnD campaigns?)

I'm guessing you're referencing these: https://www.amazon.com/Libbey-56614-4-Piece-Perfect-9-8-Ounce/dp/B00PKLVWH4

They're about 30-40% larger than the average Glencairn or brandy snifter. Basically a nice set of rocks glasses...

If you're willing to drop good coin on good whiskey, you may as well drop less-than-a-bottle's worth on some glasses to drink it with. Literally pennies per glass over the lifetime of the glassware, even if you're prone to breaking it.

To answer your question: I did the same thing, bought a set of stemless wine glasses instead of the 5 oz measure that I had been using, because they were cheaper than Glencairns, but weren't a piece of cooking ware. Then my roommate encouraged me to "stop being a little bitch" and spend the money. Instantly noticed a difference. Could be psychological, but what else is drinking if not that?

http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Whisky-Glass-Set-Gift/dp/B00L9LX3K8/ref=sr_1_2?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1457639650&sr=1-2&keywords=glencairn

Its a whiskey wedge glass

Corkcicle Whiskey Wedge - (Double Old Fashioned Glass + Silicone Ice Form) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MYSQ9GA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vgA4CbB461AJ9

Does he have a beard? Beard oil is always cool. I'm getting some for my bro from here. I looked around on etsy and that seemed to be one of the more reasonably priced, but there was one featured on sharktank recently too that may have more brand recognition?

I got my bro this a few years ago, he loved it!

Got one of these for each of my brothers this year.

You'd have to get it filled with helium at like a party city or something, but this seems so awesome.

This shop has amaaaaazing prints of old presidents doing crazy shit. Got this Teddy one for my dad for xmas this year & got another for a random office gift exchange. Can't wait to see them fight over it haha.

Is your brother into the whole zombie thing? I got this for my bro's bday. Put it in a cool frame and shiz, it looks awesome.

Does he like grilling? I think these cedar plank things look awesome and would be well-received by most guys who like to grill. They have some other gift pack things too.

I got my bro Sriracha salt last year and he really liked it. There are tons of places on etsy that sell it. In fact, if he's really into sriracha (I have a friend who steals a bottle from every restaurant that has it) you could do a sriracha gift basket. Sriracha salt, sriracha peas, sriracha beef jerky, sriracha chocolate, sriracha chips, sriracha socks. All of those can be found on amazon or just a normal grocery store.

I love that you already listed the berries that change your tastebud thing, I'm planning on bringing a gift basket to an exchange with those and some lemons/limes/grapefruit. I've been suggesting that to a bunch of people on here too haha, it's pretty universal.

This looks so amazing.

Is he into camping or the outdoors? This would be cool. Supposedly you can drink straight from a river and not die.

I just think this is awesome.

Oh! Marc Johns books are amazing. This one always works as a great gift. Idk if you can preview any of the pages but it basically has weird/random pictures and weird/random/sometimes uplifting messages.

Welllp, that's all I can think of right now, hopefully something helped or gave you some ideas! :)

Here ya go bud

https://www.amazon.ca/Glencairn-Whisky-Glass-Set-Gift/dp/B00L9LX3K8/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=whiskey+glasses&qid=1571938252&sr=8-6

I got these off Amazon. I don't know how they compare to others price-wise but I haven't broken any in nearly a year, including taking a couple to the cabin

If you enjoy your whiskey/scotch/rye ice-cold, you may want to check out this type of glasses in addition to the whiskey stones. I got a set of the glasses for my brother, and he says they work spectacularly at keeping his scotch cold.

I live in Finland and those glasses are sold here and there. It's Finnish made Iittala Ultima Thule and here's amazon link

My wife just got them off Amazon, I think Perhaps these were them?

http://www.amazon.com/Godinger-Dublin-Double-Old-Fashioned/dp/B000ZLF0AO

My wife bought these on Amazon about a year ago. I use them very regularly as they quickly became my favorite glasses.

They're dishwasher safe, no marks after many uses and washes, even with large square ice cubes. They have a really good feel to them, and a fairly nice weight to them, too.

I haven't tried any others, but if one of these got broken I would immediately buy the same one as a replacement.

Edit: I promise I'm not a glass salesman.

If he doesn't have a nice whiskey glass

http://smile.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Canadian-Whisky-Glass/dp/B005LSA4GQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511816876&sr=8-1&keywords=canadian+glencairn

This may be the cockford ollie your pallet will agree with, and the square is nice to hold in the hand vs a round stem.

Also, these aren't bad. A bit gimmicky with the literature, but they do stay cool. Only downside being the incredibly thin glass. These should be babied.

Schott Zwiesel has some really nice rocks glasses

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http://www.amazon.com/Barproducts-com-Inc-10-272-Alcohol-Shot/dp/B004I05FLM/

I even find Glencairns opening is too small. I really love the Canadian Whiskey glasses made by the same company as Glencairns....

Shot guns a thing and way cheaper, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004I05FLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_i0wCCb9YWZNX9

I have a set of these: http://smile.amazon.com/Libbey-56614-4-Piece-Perfect-9-8-Ounce/dp/B00PKLVWH4

I think he'd like this maybe?

Edit: found a fitting whiskey!

People seem to like these as well, I see them mentioned on other forums: Libbey Craft Spirits Whiskey Glasses, Set of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PKLVWH4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_f0qwCbKBH87A9

It is this, but black. with History Channel Vikings branding on it. I probably don't have the stand.

https://www.amazon.com/Das-Horn-Drinking-Vessel-24oz/dp/B00EGIBDUS

At least have the decency to present some fake crystal tumblers with it.

And for a first timer, a very smooth whiskey is recommended as well. Drinking engine coolant makes you feel tough, but doesn't really make you want more ;)

Whiskey Rocks or Whiskey ice spheres

You could make him a running pack (gels, new good running socks, partial certificate for running shoes, reflective running strip if he runs at night after work), buy him an entrance ticket for a supportive soldier's race in his area, sign up to do a run with him then spend time training with him.

If he's really really in love with that dog sign him up for a BarkBox and he'll love watching his dog enjoy treats and toys?

I got these http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Whiskey-Tasting-Glass/dp/B005LR3P1I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1419988901&sr=8-1&keywords=glencairn

but you can get a 6 pack of the same for $37, I would do that if I were to do it again. Or get a couple of the Canadian Glencairins as well to see which you like better.

http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Canadian-Whisky-Glass/dp/B005LSA4GQ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1419988901&sr=8-8&keywords=glencairn

I always think the ice spheres are awesome or the wedge. Paired with a couple highball tumblers.

Or just something funny. Lastly, just spend your money on a half way decent whiskey. If you have a good liquor store, get a middle shelf beauty, they should be able to help you.

Oh I see the photo now, I might have missed it the first time!

I will say, get yourself some Glencairns or Copita glasses. Totally worth it for tasting and nosing.

Happy cake day! Thanks for the contest

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Amazon, I believe. My brother-in-law gets me glasses, mixing tools, spirits, etc. for every birthday, Christmas, etc. Here's the link to the rocks - http://www.amazon.com/Bormioli-Rocco-Sorgente-Fashioned-Glasses/dp/B000MD67WA/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1383174238&sr=8-13&keywords=rocks+glasses

Scotch glasses. :)

I got my husband and son one of these each for Christmas. Total novelty buy, but they love them.

Cuz nobody else fucking posted it

Meh it's a nice glass and I couldn't speak to it functionality but way over priced. I'm a fan of the Glen cairn glass and you can get a 6 pack of them for under $30, compared to nearly $100 for 2 of these. Here is a link and these are specifically made for noseing whisky

Its technically a canadian whiskey glass, but its an awesome glass for some high gravity beers and is actually what the Bruery's black tuesday glasses are.

Amazon! They were such a hit with the guys.

The unicorn horns were awesome too, but they only held 1 - 2oz. The viking horns hold almost 20oz!

Get the 6 set so you can drink with friends!
https://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Whiskey-Glass-Set/dp/B00HZTA9SW/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1474752141&sr=1-1&keywords=Glencairn+6

I bought this whisky glass with ice ball maker.

https://www.amazon.ca/Final-Touch-Rock-Glass-Mould/dp/B006HP7GA4

Does anyone have experience with The norlan glass?

Here are some links for the product in the above comment for different countries:

Amazon Smile Link: Schott Zwiesel


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As a few others have mentioned - as you become more exposed to peat the less shocking, if you will, to your taste it will be. However, the more complexities you may find being able to taste between the peat.

As to the glassware, if you're just drinking out of tumblers, I'd highly recommend getting some tasting glasses. There's the classic Glencairn, the Canadian Glencairn, a copita or anything similar. A glass like these will allow the whisky to concentrate and focus the smell which will allow you to find the more underlying character of the various whiskies.

https://www.amazon.com/OClock-Rocks-Scotch-Whiskey-Glasses/dp/B018614WZS/ref=sr_1_25?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1467841212&sr=1-25&keywords=highball+glasses

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018614WZS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_wZ2wCbAS8P9ND

This one is my jam. Its smaller than it looks and fits in my cupped hand. Also i have yet to see any other cup like it. My fav glass to serve it neat.

No problem at all. Get him some [Glencairn glasses] (http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Whisky-Glass-Set-Gift/dp/B00L9LX3K8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1456937611&sr=8-4&keywords=glencairn), IMHO totally the best glass to drink/taste whisky (or indeed, pretty much any spirit) from. If you really want to splurge, they are available in [cut crystal] (http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Whisky-Tasting-Glass/dp/B016YHJOBI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1456937358&sr=8-6&keywords=glencairn+cut+crystal) as well, but the regular ones are more than fine - I actually prefer them, the lip is thinner. You can also get them custom engraved from numerous sources online.

Just make sure to get the official/real ones - lots of copies out there, most of which aren't as nice. There is also a larger "Canadian glencairn," which is appropriate if he prefers to use any ice.

https://www.amazon.com/Whiskey-Fashioned-drinking-bourbon-cocktails/dp/B07KM4HJ22

Yeah, I am thinking getting some copper mugs, too, found these:
Coppermules or very nice price on Amazon.com if you live in US/Canada .

http://www.amazon.com/Ravenscroft-Crystal-Taylor-Fashioned-Glasses/dp/B00683IQBS

I have a few dram glasses, glencairns, and Canadian whisky glasses (came with the Jack Single Barrel Christmas set last year) that I prefer. Feel sturdy enough to me. I also brought back a Yamazaki rocks glass and a tasting glass from the distillery. I have enough options at reasonable price points for nosing, cocktails, rocks, or neat that I don't feel the need to pay a bundle for these pretty glasses that might break if I look askance at them.

I've seen these Brumate BN8G Nos'R glasses a few times that are pretty (except that they're opaque) and nigh indestructible for $24.95 each on Amazon.

That's what I've been using lately and I love it (these ones).

And to the OP: I recently ordered a bourbon neat at a bar and it ended up being served chilled in a martini glass ಠ_ಠ. Whatever you do, do not do that.

Maybe these sphere ice cube moulds because apparently you should have those in your whiskey, and why not some fancy looking whiskey tumblers ?

Or skip the two step shit and just get one of these things.

I bought these double walled rocks glasses from Amazon and I love them for a few reasons:

• I drink my whiskey with ice and the double walls act like insulation so it takes way longer for the ice to melt and I'm not left with whiskey that's too watered down by the time I get to the bottom of my drink.
  
  
• Condensation doesn't collect on the outside of the glass so I don't have to worry about it dripping in my lap when I pick it up for a drink and it doesn't get my hands all wet.
  
  
• They're big enough for my extra large ice cubes

It's just a double-walled whiskey glass. They are available wherever bar glass is sold and on Amazon.

I like the Canadian whiskey Glencairns too. I use them for bourbon mostly, but they are significantly more stable.

Here Try these and tell me what you think, I've been looking into getting my Bar Tender license and these tumblers make me drool.

Diamonds

Matterhorn

Crumpled

Melted wax

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These look really cool -and- have doohickeys to keep moisture off of the table.

This is colorful and amazing!

Wicker glasses - that is all.

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Does he have nice whisky drinking glasses? A glencairn is a must for any whisky lover, and the canadian glencairn is a very comfortable glass to drink out of.

Whiskey drinker male here for far too long - so here are my two cents.

1. Decanters are really kind of pointless. They can look cool but meh.
   
   
2. Whiskey stones suck. I bought them and were really disappointed. Get these things. They fucking ROCK. (No pun intended.)
   
3. This guy is basically THE voice on Whiskey. Great read. Unfortunately he has passed away but good guide for the future.
   
4. For glassware I have kind of been interested in these just because they look awesome. I personally own these and they also get some great comments. I've personally never really found a shape that changes the taste so I just wanted something a little more flashy.
   
5. I'm turning 30 this year and I bought myself a 21 year old bottle of bourbon and am getting it laser engraved. Things Remembered will do anything really so if you know what he likes (or just as an add in, doesn't have to be crazy expensive) maybe an engraved bottle.
   
   Hope this helps!

I believe it's this one. It's a Glencairn glass but it's the larger one.

Those are a very good price, and they look pretty good...my only concern is that the base seems both a little lighter and a little narrower than the pricier Glencairns. But they have great reviews, so I'd probably go for it if I needed any!

I also like whisky tots (sometimes called whisky bowl glasses or Canadian whisky glasses), like these, but it's harder to find bargains on these (which is why I didn't even mention them at first): http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Crystal-Canadian-Whisky-Glass/dp/B005LSA4GQ

I don't usually either, but I have some guests that do and wanted something that could hold an ice ball. I went with these...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00683IQBS/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Glencairn for new stuff, or if I really like the nose on a particular bourbon otherwise I use a plain old fashioned glass. If I'm enjoying a barrel strength over some ice, I use these glasses with giant ice cubes made in these trays .

edit: spelling corrections

Yeah, those are great for tasting whisk(e)y - this style can also be good and is a bit bigger if one should ever like to make a cocktail or use ice: "Canadian Glencairn". http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005LSA4GQ?pc_redir=1414501324&robot_redir=1

Tasting - as in really thinking about the smells flavors writing down notes - ice will only dull your tongue and not help, and the regular Glencairns might be too small to fit ice cubes. If you ever like to make cocktails (more common with bourbon/rye than scotch for sure) like Manhattans, old Fashioneds, or just have some booze over a few ice cubes, the Canadian may be a bit better and they are still very nice for "tasting" neat. Just my 2 cents - I have both styles and even just bought a "NEAT" glass but haven't tried it yet. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IK4I9RE/ref=mlt_B005LSA4GQ_B00IK4I9RE

IDK but i got some a while back..

just found it in my amazon history paid ~$13 for this. its a lot more now...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005LSA4GQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have glencairn glasses, but I prefer my whiskey neat, in an old fashioned style whiskey glass. It feel more classic and less pretentious. Search amazon for schott zwiesel old fashioned whiskey glasses. As far as the whiskey, I recommend trying some of the Kentucky made single barrel whiskey.. Like Evan Williams 9yr ($28) or Woodford reserve Mmm!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002ACOQ10/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1451829680&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=schott+zwiesel&dpPl=1&dpID=41Bh28SiIeL&ref=plSrch

glasses

TL;DR - Standard answer, the Glencairn glass (the official {Scotch} Whisk(e)y glass). My current favorite though is the Taylor'd Milestones Reserve Whiskey and Scotch Glasses available HERE

I'm by no means an expert, but I have tried many different shapes of glassware over the years... So, here are some of my experiences.

The standard highball/lowball, with their straight 🥃 (or even at times obtuse _/ ) sides, allows for too much area for many of the aromatics in the whisky to disperse and even escape, making the whisky very bland and uninteresting, thereby "weakening" or "taming" it a bit. Hence, this is where most people start.

Something with a bit of a bowl or tulip (_) to it is kind of the next step up. This helps to concentrate the aromas and can help to bring out some of the subtleties of a good whisky.

Then there is the Glencairn style glasses, which kind of combine the previous two. It is a slightly bowled base with the straightened tip of a lowball. This is the official Scotch Whisky glass, and does a really great job at really getting you intimately close with your whisky, bringing out even the slightest nuances. However, to me, this can be a bit much for whisky that is a little heavy on the nose.

So, the 3 different glasses that I have tried that use a very similar shape to the Glencairn, but widen the rim up a bit, thereby taming the nose ever so slightly, are the Canadian Glencairn, the Norlan, and the Taylor'd Milestones Reserve Whiskey and Scotch Glasses.

The Canadian Glencairn is a great glass but there are two things that bug me a bit about it. First off, it is slightly awkward to drink out of, as you nearly have to put the glass vertical before anything comes out. The second, much more minor issue, is that your hand is right on your whisky only separated by a very thin layer of glass, which will lead to warming up your whisky. Which you may or may not enjoy.

Then came the Norlan glass. It is essentially a Glencairn glass with some aerators in the bowl housed in a double walled tulip shaped glass, that way your hand will not warm up your whisky with a lingering enjoyment of a good dram. However, again, to me, it is just slightly awkward to sip from.

Enter the Taylor'd Milestones Reserve Whiskey and Scotch Glasses. And mentioned above, this is currently my favorite glass to enjoy a nice dram in. It is essentially a Glencairn this has an opening that is about 1.5 times the diameter (which can tame a slightly heavy nosing whisky just the right amount), and then a nice lowball type weight at the bottom of it. So, it feels great in the hand, and you don't have to have your hand right on the whisky if you don't want to. It also feels much more natural to sip from.

The link to the Taylor'd Milestones Reserve Whiskey and Scotch Glasses is at the top, but here are some links to some legit Glencairns.

The original Glencairn - 2 pack, 4 pack, or 6 pack

I would recommend that you use either the seller Stock Your Home or Our Pampered Home, as they both sell the official legitimate Glencairn glassware, and tend to be one of the lowest priced ones as well. There are a substantial amount of fakes out there! So, here are the same links, but for Stock Your Home (if available).

Original - 2 pack, 4 pack, or 6 pack

And then for Our Pampered Home (if available).

Original - 2 pack, 4 pack, or 6 pack

(Sorry for the delayed post, I've had a busy past couple of days)

All the best... Enjoy!

The shipping costs are worse than the glassware itself in many cases. I also used short heavy duty 250ml beakers as old-fashioned glasses for awhile. I just found these which look to be basically the same thing without the gradations.

[edit] Oops, those are double walled, not extra thick borosilicate. Still cool though.

Ok so I could settle on just one because I found a few that I liked so my top 2 are a little less conventional here and here. The secod ones ARE out of stock right now but I like them.

The more "normal" or "classy" glasses I liked were here, here and here. And if your a Star Wars fan these.

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Nice! Being a blissfully ignorant American, I don't know the conversion rate, but this is very expensive! Looks like I'll be sticking with my second-hand Jack Daniels glasses for my single-malt.

Gotcha. So I'd probably do a theme. What I'd do for a beginner's introduction:

Glemorangie 10/Original or Dalwhinnie 15

Glenfiddich 12 or 15

Arran 10

Sprinbank 10

Laphroiag 10 or Talisker 10



Those are all single malts and will be easy enough for beginners to tackle. That's also the order I would taste them in. I wouldn't do more than 5 whiskys for "Tasting" as your palate really starts to break down.

I also recommend getting some tasting/nosing glasses. Here's a set of 6 for ~30$. Not a bad price. There used to be some cheaper ones called bellemain but I can't find them.

The glass will help you get a better handle on the nosing of the whisky.