GLENCAIRNWhiskey Glass, Gift Set of 4 in 4 Pack

A great product that allows me to really enjoy a nice drink

Good quaility

Amazing little whiskey glasses. I’ve tried several others… I keep coming back to these. Sturdy and well crafted. Buy a set.

Went on a Bus-Bourbon tour in Kentucky last year, and a couple of the distillers used these shape of glasses for tastings. At about that same time, I had bought a bourbon smoking kit (you burn small oak shavings, and get the smoke in the glass with the bourbon .....it's a great experience), and these shape glasses work perfect for it. A whole new way to experience your favorite bourbon.

I love single malt whisky & US bourbon. I was somewhat skeptical that this glass would greatly improve my enjoyment but I'm now a believer! The glass truly does allow you to pick out the subtle nuances more precisely. If you're spending $50 and more on single malt scotch, why would you want to miss out on the nuances of each?The design of this glass is based on the traditional "nosing" glass used by master whisky blenders. The pinched waist holds the aroma and the tapering neck directs the bouquet up to your nose. The smaller opening keeps the air in the room from confusing your senses so you get a more precise "nose". A traditional nosing glass has no cuts in the glass or other decoration because it would distort the color of the whisky.The Glencairn glass was originally designed for pub/bar use so it is a sturdy little glass. The bottom is heavy so it's not easily tipped over and is easily grasped. It feels good in the hand. The only glass that would provide a better hand feel (in my opinion) would be a small brandy snifter. A sherry copita would also be a good substitute glass.The size of the bowl was designed to hold the "proper" amount of scotch which is between 35 & 50 mL or approximately 1.5 fluid oz. in a US bar. You pour the scotch to the area on the glass where it just starts to taper up. The photo on the box shows a "proper" pour. The opening is a comfortable size for nosing and drinking.Glencairn also sells a crystal version of this glass but I prefer this lead free version because it is sturdy. The lead free version can go through the dishwasher if you choose but I always hand wash mine so that I don't get any soap or rinse agent residue in the glass. I find this glass to be the right combination of sturdy and elegance. And they make that lovely "ting" sound when bumped against another glass - "Slainte"!I also use this glass for drinking aged rum. It has the same effect on rum as whisky; makes it even more delicious. Some rum fans feel it concentrates the aromas too much because rum is not as subtle as whisky. For young rums, I agree but for older rums, I like using this glass for sipping/tasting.Glencairn does not manufacture these glasses in Scotland but has glass manufacturers in other countries manufacture them to their specifications. Glencairn designs, packages and distributes their glassware from East Kilbride, Scotland. There really is no glass blowing industry left in Scotland at this time.Each glass in this 4-pack, comes in its own box; perfect for gifting & also good for protecting the glass from shipping breakage.

The quality is apparent…these glasses are small, most label them as “tasting glasses” but they hold more than they appear and are quite good as a sipping glass. They immediately became my go to Bourbon glass. Good thing I like them because getting them was quite a headache. First order was returned to sender for damage before reaching me…refund was issued and I reordered. Second order shipped then showed as “delayed”, a status that never updated and just dropped off the face of the earth, after a call to Amazon a third order was shipped (I held my breath as the arrival date was pushed back) but finally…success! I have no idea why it was such an adventure or where the breakdown occurred, hopefully unrelated to the shipper and the product.

Always enjoyed my bourbon with an ice cube but tasting the same bourbons with these glasses made a world of difference. The ability to smell and taste subtle flavors is amazing. Highly recommend you try tasting what you have been drinking in the past with these new glasses. You may be pleasantly surprised.

These are the most artful and functional shot glasses out there. My whiskey just tastes better in these glasses.