The Glencairn Glass - "The Official Whisky Glass"

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Product Features

• 2006 Winner of the Queen's Awards for Enterprise in the Innovation Category

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B001AW9GYS
• Item model number: GG6IND
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #23,273 in Kitchen & Dining (See Bestsellers in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Product Description

Glencairn Crystal is recognised as the UKs leading source for decorated crystal and glassware. The Glencairn Glass differs from other glasses in that it is was designed entirely for whisky. Old fashioned Tumblers and nosing copitas are the two glasses most commonly used for drinking whisky. The traditional style of whisky glass is a cut crystal old fashioned whisky tumbler. This iconic style of glass remains the most commonly associated style of whisky glass. This style of glass does not however enhance the whisky by any means. The wide straight bowl and mouth does not focus aromas and detracts from the appreciation of any flavours. The design of the Glencairn Glass on the other hand is based upon the design of the traditional nosing glasses used by whisky blenders around the world. In fact, the design of this extraordinary glass was concluded with the aid of Master Blenders from five of the largest whisky companies in Scotland.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better Understanding fo the Single Malt Experience, October 16, 2008

By	Robert K. Shiflet "capnbob" (Littleton CO) - See all my reviews

I have always used glasses designed for other spirits or wines when enjoying the Single Malt Experience.

Enter the Glencairn - first word "WOW", second statement "OH MY"....

The design enhances the experience and takes it to the level that most Single Malt indulgers are trying & looking to find.

Bravo!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for anyone serious about scotch., April 21, 2009

By	H. Ban - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have only been drinking scotch for about a year now, but I have yet to drink out of anything that comes close to enhancing the taste and smell of scotch like this glass has.

The the bottom half encourages evaporation through its surface area and contact with your hand while the narrow top focuses the smell. All this comes together to enhance the aroma and this most certainly enhances the drinking experience. With other glasses I feel that I have to get my nose way too close to smell anything.

A must buy and a wonderful addition to the cabinet.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Elegant, January 3, 2009

By	Jason Carter "Retired Navy officer, bibliophi... (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A fine single malt scotch deserves a fine glass in which to enjoy it. Previous to this purchase, I drank my scotch in a tumbler. I now have two of these; one for me and one for a friend. Perfect accompaniment to a good book and/or a pipe full of your favorite tobacco!