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Glencairn Whisky Glass Set of 4
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Brand | GLENCAIRN |
Color | Clear |
Special Feature | Transparent |
Style | Modern |
Theme | Holiday |
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About this item
- Transparent, lustrous crystal
- Winner of the 2006 Queen’s Award for Innovation
- Short, elegant base stand
- Lead-free
- Hailed as - The Official Whiskey Glass
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Sturdiness | 4.6 | 3.6 | — | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Easy to hold | 4.8 | 4.3 | — | 4.6 | 4.8 | — |
Giftable | 4.6 | 4.0 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.8 |
Sold By | BEYOND YOUR HOME | Norlan Glass | ScotchWhiskyGlass | BEYOND YOUR HOME | Le'raze | Better service stores |
material | Crystal | Borosilicate Glass | Crystal | Crystal | Glass | Crystal |
capacity | 6 fluid ounces | 5.9 fluid ounces | 200 milliliters | 70 milliliters | 8 fluid ounces | 190 milliliters |
number of items | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 1 |
keyword type | drinkware-sets | old-fashioned-glasses | tumblers | tumblers | old-fashioned-glasses | drinkware-sets |
weight | 1.05 pounds | 4.4 ounces | — | 11.3 ounces | 2.27 pounds | 142 grams |
theme | Holiday | All | Whisky | Whisky | Wedding | Whisky |
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Product Description
The Glencairn Glass | Cut Glencairn Glass | Wee Glencairn Glass | Glencairn Copita Glass | Glencairn Mixer Glass | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Volume | 200ml | 170ml | 70ml | 170ml | 350ml |
Height | 4.5" | 4.4 " | 3.3" | 5.9" | 3.0" |
Diameter | 2.6" | 2.4" | 1.8" | 2.3" | 3.3" |
Weight | 5oz | 6.8oz | 2.5oz | 3.5oz | 7.9oz |
Lead Free | ✓ | 24% | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Product information
Brand | GLENCAIRN |
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Color | Clear |
Special Feature | Transparent |
Style | Modern |
Theme | Holiday |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home |
Included Components | Glass |
Shape | Round |
Pattern | Solid |
Product Care Instructions | Not Microwave Safe |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Material Feature | Recyclable |
Reusability | Reusable |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Product Dimensions | 4.5"W x 4.5"H |
Material Type Free | Lead Free |
Number of Items | 1 |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Item Weight | 1.05 pounds |
Manufacturer | Glencairn |
ASIN | B003QX2JMA |
Item model number | 781 10 04 |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #9,315 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #18 in Mixed Drinkware Sets |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | May 5, 2003 |
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Customers like the shape, quality and taste of the whiskey glasses. They mention that it's a classic shape and is perfect for savoring a wee dram. They appreciate the nose of the whisky, saying it'll allow you to enjoy the aroma. Customers are also happy with ease of holding, value, and appearance. However, opinions are mixed on size.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the whiskey glasses. They mention that they are of very high quality, sturdy, and durable. They love the product and even saved the boxes.
"...glass was originally designed for pub/bar use so it is a sturdy little glass...." Read more
"This is the perfect whiskey glass. Well made and beautiful." Read more
"High quality, perfect size, savor the aroma with each sip. Great character, lovely product" Read more
"...The four glasses I received were identical and had no obvious imperfections...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the glasses. They say that it looks and feels proper, has a fine glassware 'ting' to it that cheap glasses just don't have, and beautifully displays the slow oily legs of your whisky. The glass accentuates the nose of the scotch, and is great for people who enjoy whisky, as it fits drinking whiskey nest. Overall, customers are happy with the glasses' appearance and recommend them to others.
"...I find this glass to be the right combination of sturdy and elegance...." Read more
"This is the perfect whiskey glass. Well made and beautiful." Read more
"...lustrous and should cost a bit less, but I don't mind, still looks and feels proper...." Read more
"...Great character, lovely product" Read more
Customers like the taste of the kitchen product. They say it's perfect to savor your wee dram, and fantastic for bringing out flavors and aromas. The shape of the glass really opens up a good bourbon, and it'd be a nice gift.
"...It has the same effect on rum as whisky; makes it even more delicious...." Read more
"Is it possible that this glass makes the whiskey taste better? By jove, I think it does...." Read more
"Glass is improves the drinking experience. I didn't think it would make a difference but it does. Be careful though because it's a little slippery...." Read more
"...at Scotch tastings and events, and they really do enhance the enjoyment of a good single malt...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the kitchen product. They say it's great for the quality and value.
"...Absolutely worth the price and the extra effort." Read more
"...We will likely buy another set. They are great for the quality and value." Read more
"A perfect gift! Great price" Read more
"...They are nice glasses for a fair price (when I bought them anyway). So buy these or another quality version...." Read more
Customers find the ease of holding the whisky glass to be a great feature. They mention that the overall shape of the rounded bottom fits nicely in their hand, and the solid glass base gives the glass a nice appearance. Some mention that some are ridiculously heavy, but they still fit in their hands well. Overall, customers are happy with the weight and quality of the glass, which makes the scotch feel smoother.
"...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...." Read more
"...the aromas, watching the legs descend, while giving a comfortable hold on the glass without warming the contents, but it doesn't feel very whisky-ish..." Read more
"...They are very nice looking, the perfect weight (some are ridiculously heavy), and fit in your hand well. We will likely buy another set...." Read more
"...The flow of the bourbon from the glass to my lips was very gentle...." Read more
Customers like the nose of the kitchen product. They mention that it allows them to enjoy the aroma, brings out the nose, and is a great glass for concentrating the aromas. They say the glass is well-made and designed for the nose.
"High quality, perfect size, savor the aroma with each sip. Great character, lovely product" Read more
"...A copita is a great glass for concentrating the aromas, watching the legs descend, while giving a comfortable hold on the glass without warming the..." Read more
"...I was able to smell the combination of vanilla, cinnamon, and oak! Next, I tipped the glass to taste the bourbon...." Read more
"...glasses--good handfeel, nice weight, lovely clear sound, concentrates the nose--is true, but if you're thinking of buying, there's a few other..." Read more
Customers like the shape of the glasses. For example they say it's nicely shaped, a perfect size, and built in the classic shape. Customers also say that the shape changes the whole experience, concentrating and enhancing the subtler aromas in the whisky. They say the narrow mouth helps to concentrate the vapors, and it'd be comfortable to hold.
"These glasses arrived in great shape, exactly as described, so thumbs up for the seller...." Read more
"I really like the shape, style and function of these whiskey glasses...." Read more
"This glass is perfectly sized and shaped to drink a lot of different types of alcohols in my opinion, but i’ve personally only tried it with..." Read more
"...The glass is shaped so that you don't have to be in contact wth the part of the glass that holds the liquor when you grab it, so that you don't..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the glasses. Some say that they fit the hand very nicely, while others say that the opening is a comfortable size for nosing and drinking. The glass is very nice looking, and is ridiculously heavy. However, some customers say that it is 'a little small' and may not allow for much ice, if any, to enter.
"...The photo on the box shows a "proper" pour. The opening is a comfortable size for nosing and drinking...." Read more
"High quality, perfect size, savor the aroma with each sip. Great character, lovely product" Read more
"...Yes, the glass is quite small, which works well for my small hands (and small face), but it might be a bit frustrating to use if you've got larger..." Read more
"...By jove, I think it does. The opening is just big enough to get my schnoz in there to get the essence of what I'm sampling." Read more
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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.
I'm not a crystal or glassware snob, but I do prefer quality vessels for beverages and food - IMHO it contributes to the enjoyment. My guests always smile when I insist that they use a beer mug or beer tulip instead of drinking from the bottle (what are we, animals? ha-ha :)
Anyway, I have a bunch of Mikasa lead crystal red wine glasses (similar to Riedel quality), which I love (so elegant) and the Glencairn is "not quite" the same quality. It's just slightly thicker and less lustrous and should cost a bit less, but I don't mind, still looks and feels proper. The coolest thing about it is that the shape slightly resembles the shape of a pot still, just like some of the more classic Scotch bottles do (usually it's in the neck of the bottle, i.e. Old Pulteney).
I wanted these instead of brandy snifters, because those just feel "stuffy", pretentious and in my mind are associated with corrupt fat cats, cigar smoke, etc. and I didn't want that (but malts do taste delightful out of brandy snifters). I would've liked these to be a bit larger, especially the bulb of the "tulip", but I don't see taking away stars for that - this is what the designers intended and this is "the" malt glass, which is why we are buying it. If I don't like that, I should design my own glass, which I won't, because I have no skills/resources. I'd rather just enjoy me malt ;)
UPDATE and TIP: I've used mine for a few months drinking single malts, cognac and armagnac. Drinking solo most days I use one and the same glass and wash it every time, but it still developed a yellow rim that wouldn't come off with dish soap. Yesterday I used some plain bleach and it disappeared, so if you observe the yellowing, it's a quick fix. Hydrogen peroxide would probably also work well. This is not the glass' flaw, IMO, just the nature of the drink :)
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Pros:
- optisch ansprechend
- liegen sehr gut in der Hand
- eignen sich optimal für Nosing-Spielchen
- Qualität stimmt
Cons:
- ist mir nichts aufgefallen
Reviewed in Germany on May 6, 2021
Pros:
- optisch ansprechend
- liegen sehr gut in der Hand
- eignen sich optimal für Nosing-Spielchen
- Qualität stimmt
Cons:
- ist mir nichts aufgefallen
Reasonable value for money and overall a pleasant purchasing and drinking experience. 👌🍻