Whisky/Bourbon Glasses

[jhe033]

It took me a while as well, but the Glencairn grew one me, and the prices on them are fine.

I also have the official Reidel whisky glasses which are similar. Those were a gift I wouldn't have bought for myself, because while they're nice, they're thinner than I would prefer and feel very delicate to my hands.

If I'm enjoying something I already know well, it's hard to go wrong with a standard lowball or old-fashioned glass. My policy on those is more weight/heft is better.

 

[pappymac]

I have two of the Glencairn type glasses, several good bourbon glasses (the came in the gift sets with the bottle), various wine glasses. I drink out of all of them when I think about it.

That being said, I'm a heathen. As long as it holds the booze and it doesn't leak, I will drink out of it. Yesterday I just grabbed a red Solo cup for my Gin and tonic. Like glass, it doesn't impart any different flavors to the drink. I've also been known to drink my rum from a coffee cup.

 

[jeff540]

I had the trucks when I was a young lad, so I received these as a part-jest Christmas gift several years ago. They're now my official whisky glasses.

 

[jeff540]

PS - Thought I'd mention Tin Cup Straight Rye, my newest favorite.

 

[Country Bladesmith]

PS - Thought I'd mention Tin Cup Straight Rye, my newest favorite.

Didn’t know they had one. I’ve tasted their bourbon-style whiskey. I thought it was pretty good, but not enough to shift me from my regular. I might have to try their rye.

 

[jeff540]

Didn’t know they had one. I’ve tasted their bourbon-style whiskey. I thought it was pretty good, but not enough to shift me from my regular. I might have to try their rye.

It's very smooth yet full flavored, although a bit light on the rye pepper-like aftertaste.

 

[Casual]

I think tincup rye is just repackaged MGP rye, like Bulleit Rye and many others, so you’ve likely already had it with a different label.

 

[Country Bladesmith]

like Bulleit Rye and many others,

I thought Bulleit was made in Kentucky by the Four Roses distillery, is it not?

 

[Casual]

I thought Bulleit was made in Kentucky by the Four Roses distillery, is it not?

The regular corn whiskey, sure. Not the rye.

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[Country Bladesmith]

The regular corn whiskey, sure. Not the rye.

Those sneaky bastards! Learn something new every day.

 

[Casual]

Those sneaky bastards! Learn something new every day.

I learned the hard way too.

 

[shanez]

Unless you're willing to spend some serious money I don't think you'll find a better rye:

 

[dquisenberry]

Glencairn. Heat transfer isn’t an issue if you hold it by the base. Really worth it when you add a few drops of water and can really smell the whiskey open up.

I like them for bourbon, too, but I do have a shorter, a little more open version of the same glass from Kentucky Bourbon Trail, I think? Link below (they actually appear to be on quite the sale, I may grab some more). I prefer them for barrel proof stuff as it allows a little more of the nose to escape so I’m not runny-nosed trying to drink my bourbon.

Official Bourbon Tasting Glass 4PK | Kentucky Bourbon Trail Shop

<ul> <li>Dishwasher Safe</li> <li>Holds 8 oz</li> <li>Made in the USA</li> </ul>

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1/2 price of glencaron on Amazon.

 

[smokey789]

The Glencairn glasses came in the mail today. I ordered two of them. I'll try them this weekend. I've been sipping the Woodford Reserve and enjoying it. I'm going to try one of the ryes. I have to open my Hansom Flake and try it. That's one of my goals for tomorrow. Relaxing and enjoying my pipe and a nice bourbon. I might even take a nap. lol Yes, I have lofty plans.

Thank you all for the suggestions.

 

[smokey789]

Glencairn. Heat transfer isn’t an issue if you hold it by the base. Really worth it when you add a few drops of water and can really smell the whiskey open up.

I like them for bourbon, too, but I do have a shorter, a little more open version of the same glass from Kentucky Bourbon Trail, I think? Link below (they actually appear to be on quite the sale, I may grab some more). I prefer them for barrel proof stuff as it allows a little more of the nose to escape so I’m not runny-nosed trying to drink my bourbon.

Official Bourbon Tasting Glass 4PK | Kentucky Bourbon Trail Shop

<ul> <li>Dishwasher Safe</li> <li>Holds 8 oz</li> <li>Made in the USA</li> </ul>

kybourbontrailshop.com

Always seem to miss the last post on the page. Sorry about that. I took a look. That's a great deal and the look good, too. I am somewhat impatient. It might be a good idea to have a set of these, even though I have the Glencairn glasses.

 

[smokey789]

Those sneaky bastards! Learn something new every day.

Yeah, but on the other hand, there are some out there that are made from the less than perfect batches of the most expensive bourbons. They aren't nearly as pricey, yet have very similar tastes.

 

[smokey789]

Unless you're willing to spend some serious money I don't think you'll find a better rye:

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Probably give this a try. I checked the distributor and it seems to be fairly highly rated for a lower priced rye. Do you drink it neat?

 

[BarrelProof]

Always seem to miss the last post on the page. Sorry about that. I took a look. That's a great deal and the look good, too. I am somewhat impatient. It might be a good idea to have a set of these, even though I have the Glencairn glasses.

Like I said, I prefer them to my Glencairns for barrel proof offerings. Just seems to let a little more of the heat escape and aid in smelling the whiskey, not the burn, so much.

For $12/4, I don’t think you can go wrong.

 

[shanez]

Probably give this a try. I checked the distributor and it seems to be fairly highly rated for a lower priced rye. Do you drink it neat?

Yes. Small sips are best as it's a rather high proof. Just over $45/bottle here locally. Make sure you get the 4 year.

One thing a lot of people never factor when considering cost is what the volume of a high proof would actually be if you added enough water to bring it down to the equivalent of 80 proof.

 

[cossackjack]

...if you added enough water to bring it down to the equivalent of 80 proof.

Water? I’m thirsty...not dirty!?