I think a jelly jar or better yet, small mason jar might be required for rye. I want to try some rye eventually. Maybe you can suggest something or a few?
Whisky/Bourbon Glasses
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High West has many pretty good rye whiskeys. Mid WInter Dram is an annual release that has had some inconstancy due to sourcing but this year was great. They are out of Park City Utah, it isn't the easiest to get your hands on either. I like WhistlePig. Both of these are on the higher end price spectrum at least in the states.
For some reason, in spite of rising meat prices, I found whole beef tenderloins for about half price. I’m honestly more of a ribeye man, but I can’t walk away from a good deal. I had just cut some steaks off of it when I took that picture.
Bulleit is not bad if you don’t want to spend much just to try it. Knob Creek, which is my regular bourbon, has a rye, but I’ve not tried it yet. I have faith it would be good though.
I’m a little late here but my favorites come from Edinburgh Crystal.
Star of Edinburgh tumbler for rocks:
and Thistle for neat:
The company went out of business in the mid 90s but these are still pretty easy to get.
Star of Edinburgh tumbler for rocks:
and Thistle for neat:
The company went out of business in the mid 90s but these are still pretty easy to get.
My budget rye had always been Jim Beam. When I want something a little more top shelf I tend to grab a Bulleit 95 small batch or Whistlepig 10 year straight rye. Other good brands I'd consider are Old Overholt and Rittenhouse 100 proof. Whatever you pick, I hope you truly enjoy it.
I like Wild Turkey Rye. I like rye a lot but I rarely buy it. I tried all the budget ryes but Wild Turkey Rye was just perfectly balanced for me.
The two ounces of Woodford Reserve I had last night were delicious. Honey was the major note for me. I don't smoke inside. I don't want to bother my neighbors. It was too cold to sit outside for any length of time. Spring needs to assert herself permanently. I'm tired of the cold.
Everyone loves the Glencairn glasses, and I'm sure they're great, but I found some very similar nosing glasses for about $5 each at the dollar store.
Got this thirty years ago, served me very well. The finger indents are very tactile and like a sandblast pipe just feel right.
If it ain't broke don't fix it. I seem to break things way too fast let alone keeping a glass for that long!
This one has hit the kitchen floor a couple times, but is very strong. Hopefully I am not cursing it by bragging
I use these
for Manhattans and have broken them.
I have always wanted a Glencairn, Something like this
really like the Edinburgh glasses in the post above!
I like them and almost placed an order. In time, maybe I will? I can have more than one type. I don't have to ask a wife. I'm alone. ha!
My wife has a houseful of these stupid cups/bowls/etc with one dumb word written on each. She can’t say shit if I get some glasses, I just never bothered.
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.
kybourbontrailshop.com
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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