GLENCAIRN Whiskey Glass, Set of 6 in Trade Pack

Heavy glassware. Quality. Makes the bourbon taste even better. Lol. We are going to have these etched.

If you are moving beyond "whiskey and coke" and starting to explore neat pours of Scotch, Bourbon, or Rye, the Glencairn Glass is the single best investment you can make. This 6-pack "Trade Pack" is the most cost-effective way to stock your bar with the glasses used by master blenders at every major distillery in the world. The Breakdown: The Science of the Shape: The tapering mouth of the glass is its secret weapon. It captures and concentrates the "nose" (the aromas) of the whiskey. When you tilt it back, the shape directs the liquid to the center of your palate, allowing you to taste the complexities of the spirit rather than just the "burn" of the alcohol. +1 The "Trade Pack" Value: This set comes in the standard wholesale/trade boxes (usually simple cardboard dividers). It’s less flashy than the silk-lined gift boxes, but the glasses are identical. If you’re buying these for your own home use rather than a gift, this is how you get the best price per glass. Weight and Feel: The short, sturdy crystal base makes these very hard to tip over. They have a nice heft to them and feel much more expensive than they actually are. They fit perfectly in the palm of your hand, which allows your body heat to gently warm the whiskey if that's your preference. Pros: Perfect for Tasting: Whether it’s a $30 bottle or a $300 bottle, these glasses will help you find notes of caramel, oak, or peat that you simply miss in a wide-rimmed rocks glass. Durability: While they look delicate, the lead-free crystal is surprisingly resilient. I’ve put mine through the dishwasher (top rack) dozens of times and they remain crystal clear without "clouding." Uniformity: Since these are the "official" glasses, your guests will feel like they’re at a professional tasting event. Cons: Not for Ice: If you like your whiskey with a giant ice sphere or large cubes, these are not for you. The mouth is too narrow. These are strictly for "neat" pours or a few drops of water. Cleaning: Because the base is wide and the neck is narrow, you can't really get a sponge to the bottom. I recommend a dedicated bottle brush or just a very hot rinse immediately after use.

I ordered these for as part of a Valentines Day gift for my husband, to go with a nice bottle of bourbon. He started drinking bourbons recently because he has several friends that also enjoy bourbons. I thought these would be nice so when they get together they can have proper tastings. I originally saw these glasses on another site paired with a decanter, I always thought the "correct" glass for bourbons and scotch was a rocks glass, so I started looking into these glasses. They were developed to mimic the tasting glasses that the makers of the spirits use, so it makes sense they are the preferred glass for tasting. The shape is to contain the "nose" of the spirit which is important for taking because in aged spirits much of the taste is contained in the nose. The tulip lip is to thinly place the liquid on the tip of your tongue to pick up subtle notes. These are not for serving "on the rocks" but could be used with a splash of water, which is preferred with some spirits to open up the taste. These glasses come shipped very well and are all in an individual box. They have nice weight to them, not heavy like a rocks glass, but more like a wine glass which, I believe, is so you can swirl the spirits. I know some bourbons require some air, especially some of the higher proofed/long aged types, to improve the initial taste. I think these glasses are lovely and elegant and will sit right in our bar next to our expensive Riedel wine glasses. Do not hesitate to order these for your whiskey/scotch/bourbon drinker. Please note on this option you can choose your quantity- the more you order the less expensive they are per item, so if you need 2 gifts order more and split them because they are packaged individually. If this review has been helpful to you, please click yes below, Thanks

I absolutely love these whiskey glasses. I've never used a dedicated glass for my bourbon before and I'm very happy I bought these. They bring a new level of enjoyment to sipping...the smell of the drink is more concentrated and that adds to the enjoyment. The glass is flawless, it's heavy on the bottom so it feels good in the hand and they're just the right size. I worried a bit when I first started using them as the seem extremely delicate. But they've held up quite well and I haven't had any break so far, even after several cycles thru the dishwasher. I highly recommend these glasses. Even if you're a novice bourbon/whiskey drinker like me you'll get increased enjoyment using one of these quality glasses.

Sind echt schöne Gläser

Nice touch with the etching of “The Glencairn Glass” on the bottom. The quality of the glasses is very good.

Taças perfeitas

Imprescindible para las catas de whisky y para disfrutar del whisky en general

great price and superb product .