Best old fashioned glasses according to redditors

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

Link to the Amazon for the glass, for the lazy.

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.

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Yep, 50/50. I use a Gibraltar glass which you can get from Amazon here. It's a 4.5oz drink. I pull a 36g shot from 18g of espresso and shoot for 25-30s extraction just like almost all other drinks (20-24s is too sour for me).

Not sure about tips but here are some things that come to mind:

• I stir the espresso shot to break up and redistribute the crema
  
• My beans are ~2 weeks off roast
  
• I use a 12 8oz milk pitcher and fill it a little less than half way. So I do waste milk when I make cortados, but if you don't have sufficient milk in the pitcher, you can't submerge your steam wand.
  
• I stretch the milk only for a second or so and then just continue to whirlpool/heat. Milk doesn't need to be super hot since the drink is so small

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.

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.

The Reddit Gifts Store used to sell it.

It is a Sandblasted version of this Glencairn:

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

Libbey Gibraltar/Cortado glasses from Amazon

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

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.

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

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

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’m 90% sure this(Fuji Glass Fujisan Glass Rock Glass TG15-015-R https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UVOCX8M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_zSCBDbTXMQCV6) is it. (I couldn’t insert a that link for some reason)

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

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?

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 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 actually bought a bottle of 'The Glenlivet 12' (Scotch) and it came with two of these glasses. Here is a link to the closest glass I could find to mine. Typically you'll want to find something tulip shaped, as it helps with nosing and aromatics.

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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

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.

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 ;)

He definitely enjoys a glass of whiskey on the rocks but he is starting to get more into the aromas and flavors so I think I might get one or two of those and then also one or two rocks glasses.

I have found quite a few rocks glasses on amazon but I'm not sure how to tell which ones are good quality (not cheaply made). Any recommendations? I want to make sure I get him quality glasses.

Are these good quality?

https://www.amazon.com/Taylord-Milestones-Glassware-Fashioned-Cocktails/dp/B00TFX2QFA/ref=sr_1_5?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1510712473&sr=1-5&keywords=rocks+whiskey+glass

Schott Zwiesel has some really nice rocks glasses

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

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

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

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.

Scotch glasses. :)

I think he'd like this maybe?

Edit: found a fitting whiskey!

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077365KJQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1518959177&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=whiskey+glasses

Not exactly the same but it fits the description you're looking for.

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

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

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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!

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

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077365KJQ?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

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

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

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

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.

enjoy!

You could also consider getting him some of these for the gift if he doesn't already have any:

http://www.amazon.com/Glencairn-Whisky-Glass-Set-4/dp/B003QX2JMA

http://www.amazon.com/Taylord-Milestones-Glasses-Diamond-Fashioned/dp/B00TFX2QFA/ref=sr_1_5?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1462905289&sr=1-5&keywords=whiskey++glass

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

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

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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!

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

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.