What glass for single malts?

[RJT]

I was wondering what glass you guys prefer for single malts?

I prfer my SM neat or with a splash of water. I have some of the Glencairn Scottish Crystal Blender's Malt Glass but tend to lean towards a brandy snifter style glass. Any thoughts?

My glass...

https://www.maltadvocate.com/active_...arketplace.asp

[RPB67]

I use a regular rocks glass.

I like it neat or with a cube sometimes as well.

[mosesbotbol]

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And so, in early 1992, a panel of single malt experts was convened at Riedel’s headquarters in Austria to test a range of different glasses. On the basis of this first selection, Georg Riedel undertook further research with the help of master distillers in Scotland. The result is this glass: an elongated thistle shape on a truncated stem. The design incorporates a small, slightly out-turned lip that directs the spirit onto the tip of the tongue, where sweetness is perceived, and serves to bring out the elegant creaminess of a top-quality single malt.

In September 1992, a group of Britain’s leading single malt experts gathered in London to test the prototype. They agreed that the subtle aromas of the whisky were lost in a traditional tumbler; brandy balloons emphasised the alcohol at the expense of finesse; and the copita tended to magnify the oak components to such an extent that the whisky began to take on cognac-like characteristics.

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[JCK]

Originally Posted by RPB67

I use a regular rocks glass.

I like it neat or with a cube sometimes as well.

[Ivory Tower]

I use the specially designed single malt glass or a similar shaped glass. The nose and flavor is markedly improved--try it. Same with bourbons, brandies, ports, wines.


p.s. For mixed drinks I'll use a tumbler.

[andy_mccabe501]

nosing glass makes the taste and smell awesome, is what i've found!

for single malts, that's a definate for me, in the summer, if it's a nice day i'll stick to the usual "whisky glass" tumbler, and throw an ice cube in (not more than one).

As my uncle says: An ice cube doesnt ruin the flavour if you finish the drink before it fully melts :P

But it does depend what whisky, for instance Glenfiddich i prefer a single cube, glen morangie i prefer none.

Back on topic here: That glass looks ideal for single malts without ice! (the nosing glass, i've not tried one with the flair, but my experience with a nosing glass is that it looks great and makes the drink more complex and helps you taste and smell more flavours)

andy

[croatan]

I like heavy glasses and use a double old fashioned in the Lismore pattern from Waterford for my scotch (neat).

[rumballs]

i have a couple of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Bistro-W.../dp/B000BDHB1W

[ResIpsa]

I have a couple of these glasses I got in a Glenmorangie set, they come with little lids on them too.....but I don't use them that much, usually use just a regular scotch tumbler.

[RJT]

Originally Posted by ResIpsa

I have a couple of these glasses I got in a Glenmorangie set, they come with little lids on them too.....but I don't use them that much, usually use just a regular scotch tumbler.

Thats the same glass I use, mine are plain with no etching.

[erab]

I use a regular thick-bottomed rocks glass.

As for the ice, it depends on what I'm drinking. Ardbeg Arry Nam Beist or Lagavulin, I use about three drops of spring water. Most other scotch, however, and I'll throw in a cube or two.

[carni]

i'm with rpb67 and khubli. i do like the nosing glasses, just don't own any.

[adsantos13]

I bought a Ravenscroft snifter a while back. I love it.


I have some Reidel O Series glasses for guests. They are stemless wine glasses and they work well for wine or spirits.

[sonick]

another vote for rocks glass here.... bought some with nearly a 1" glass bottom, very sturdy, fabulous.

I am REALLY liking what Croatan has offered up with the Lismore cut Waterford, nice!!!!

[MadAl]

My missus bought me a set of Scottish crystal rocks glasses.