I was just think, if any company would sponsor a channel with “shit” in the name. Seems they dont mind. Well done and thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I got the Dragon glass as a gift. I didn't think too much of it at first, but if you leave it on the table in front of you with the opening pointed to your face, you can get wafts of the alcohol you're drinking. I also kind of hold it kind of like you'd hold a snifter, but with the pointed bottom resting between my ring and middle finger. It just kind of naturally sits there. I wouldn't say these make the glass better. I also wouldn't claim these as selling points at all. Just what I've observed by interacting with the glass for a while.
I went on this journey years ago. My conclusion is it really depends on the whisky. I like the Norlan for most whiskies with a lot of barrel. The Glencairn for peaty or complex drinks and the rocks for most everything else. I find myself using the rocks more often and the others for special nips. I really like the Norlan but I've found a few whiskies that just don't play well in it. It really just comes down to whatever you prefer.
@@eespinosa64 my mother-in-law gave me their Diamond Decanter set for Father's day last year. It's asthetic, IMO, is great without losing a ton of functionality. I recently bought just the whiskey glass set to add to it. Definitely recommend.
I can’t believe I just spent 21 minutes watching a Bearded Dude talk about Whiskey glasses but this video was terrific and I learned a ton and I am BUYING the Norlen Whiskey Glasses for my collection. Thank you you Bearded Bud.
Glencairn (any tapered small mouth glass) under 55-60% abv... generally Old Fashion/DOF (wide mouth tumbler) for the barrel proof juice (55%+ abv) Personally, I drink a lot of whiskey that legally qualifies as hazmat (or close to it) and I prefer not having liquor laser beams scorching the delicate inner lining of my nostrils when I drink that delicious nectar of the Gods. So I give my barrel proofs a wide birth! :-)
@@AdvanceBoss1 "everyday" as one word means common, normal, or typical, not literally every day. If I meant that I was drinking every day I would have said "daily".
When nosing, try opening your mouth a little when inhaling it, this cuts down on the alcohol burn. Similar to retro-haling a cigar and the different notes experienced, when nosing whiskey also try putting your nose up to the glass and breath in through your mouth only, there's a whole other set of notes there too and almost no alcohol burn. That said, for me the Glencairn is my favorite. I love all whiskey, but I hold scotch in a higher regard. My first sip of Laphroaig was in a Glencairn and when I see one with brown nectar in the bottom I am instantly brought back to that day, where my love for all things peaty and smoky began. Love the videos Jeremy, keep them coming!
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I recently got myself some Norlan glasses, before seing this video, and I actually did the same experiment than you on different glasses. I can only agree with you on all these points. And I also checked the temperature difference from one glass to an other. The Norlan stays pretty chill even in the sun and your booze keeps chill too. Great glasses! Cheers...
I had a similar experience with Norlen vs Glencairn. I do 99% of my whiskey drinking with a Glencairn simply because I have a bunch of them from all the clubs I'm involved in and getting them as gifts. The Norlen seems to mute the alcohol a bit and I've noticed a little bit sweeter flavor in my limited experience with them. I think aroma plays a huge role in drinking so the rocks glasses get reserved for cocktails.
Glencairn for me all day, everyday! (also I hold it with my palm facing upwards, so you won't warm up the whisky or do the pinky-finger thing 😂) Great video as always mate 👌
Jeremy is the only guy that can get me to watch a 20 min video about something im not that interested in haha. Great video man! We need another good ol Jeremy vlog soon tho too
For someone who has just started to enjoy/learn about whiskey, this video was superb....i have quite a lot to understand, and your video has been a great intro for me....Thanks!
For starters, your approach to advertising is brilliant, the vary first channel on UA-cam I don't skip through the ads, they are intelligent and humors A+. Real men don't need to force their ideas on others, you like what you like, you explain why and you don't apologize for it, confidence not ego. Ascetically i appreciate the walls, Wainscoting and trim painted the flat grey. Subscription earned for a channel of quality, well done.
I am FIRMLY in the "glass type changes flavor profile" camp. Just yesterday, I bought a GlenDronach Original 12 yr Single Malt Scotch that I poured into a Glencairn and I didn't like it. There was far too much bite and even a stale flavor on the back of the throat. I then used a rocks glass (only holding to sip, so no heat transfer) and it immediately made it more palatable and smoothed it out significantly. I was able to enjoy it more. The shape of the glass and width definitely affects the way the whisky is presented.
Try twirling it in the glen for a bit first, and then let it rest a minute. Also, the first pour is often the harshest as it will likely contain the most concentrate of vapors.
Often it is recommended to let the whiskey sit for about 10 min before nosing it. First sniff should be just over the glass. Second should be above the rim. Third nose in the glass. Getting more robust each time. I like the Glencairn glass just for that more intense experience.
Love this channel. I have and use 3 of the 4 glasses you tested, I do not have the dragon glass. On the other hand I found a way to limit the heat transfer from hand to glass, drink it faster in which ever glass you use. (it may make for a shorter night, but it works if heat transfer is a problem.) Great video.
Those Norlan glasses are looking so good that I couldn't resist and I bought 2 sets. It will be nice to drink a nice Kentucky bourbon from that glass. Thanks for the tip. BTW, great video, really enjoyed it.
I'm glad you mentioned the glencairn and how high you have to tip it up. Just a personal problem with it... I had throat surgery done back in the 90's. Ihave no "hangy down" thing. When I tip the glencairn up to get anything out of the glass I always get choked. Sucking down gasoline and rubbing alcohol down the wrong direction is enough for me to get the red solo cups out. I'll try the Norlan's next. Thanks!
Hello Sir, FIRST MY DISCLAIMER **** everyone's choices will vary**** now with that out of the way... My Brother.... you sold me on the Glencairn... as I normally drink from rock glasses, with the Glencairn I smell and taste notes... recently tested with Uncle Nearest 1884 (93 Proof) and I was impressed... just wanted to share my opinion... I thank you for ALL of your videos.. you are very appreciated
I have had the Norlan glasses since their kickstarter campaign. It is my favorite as well. Even purchase 2 of the black whiskey glasses when they came out. If I have 1 negative it is that they feel delicate/light in my hand. 1 of the four glasses I original purchased has broken while washing.
I have the Dragon glasses, Rocks, and Glencairn. The Dragon glasses look great, but my favorite is still the Rocks glass. Glancairn is more difficult to drink from and, yeah, feels a little too fancy to me.
Thanks for a great video! I definitely will get me a pair of Norlan Whiskey Glasses. Wonderful videoproduction; great content, performance, photo, light, editing and sound! Damn, I even enjoyed the ad! Top Notch!
I have three of these. Rocks, Glencairn, and Norlan. I need to explore the Norlan more often. I like rocks for casual, Glencairn for tastings, and Norlan for right in between the two.
Greetings from Scotland 🏴 my friend loving your work . The best glass is your favourite glass but a Glencairn is the best and my favourite is my SMWS Glencairn ,got to love SMWS 🏴
Your findings are very much inline with my own. As much as I like the "gold standard" Glencairn, I find that my Norlan glass is a much better experience all around. It noses better than any other glass I have ever used and I really love the aesthetics of it! Well worth the price...if you are not afraid to pay good $$ for a bottle, then you should be OK to pay good $$ for a glass to enjoy it in.
As a #WhiskeyTube channel that started MOSTLY due to Whiskey Vault it was good to see another video about this. My default is a Glencairn glass of course, and I even have some that are Glencairn rocks glasses because I like the shape but want more room for my ice. The only drawback from a standard rocks glass is when you get a neat pour at a bar and... well it looks like so little whiskey in that type of glass. I do want to get a Norlan glass someday AND something I head of not long ago called a Tuath Irish whiskey glass... cuz they fancy. Once I have my bar setup completed I will need to do my own glass comparison and see how my own biases stand up to what I seem to prefer. Now all you need to do is find an excuse to visit Texas and invade the whiskey vault in person! Sláinte!
I use a Glencairn for tasting whiskey, I use a rocks glass for drinking it. Also, the more you drink out of a Glencairn you will notice your body starts making little adjustments so you don't have to do to the 'stare at the ceiling' to take a drink. I noticed I naturally open my jaw a little more, tilt the glass more once it is resting on my lip, and other little tweeks so I can still look at people when I am drinking but it wasn't right away. I like the Norlan, just not at that price point.
Well, I use a 10 oz Ozark Trail cup. I like to lay back in a fire pit, camping, and grilling. I dropped it a couple of times... no waste. Also, I use it for coffee too.
Jeremy, keep your sippy cup! Glencairn all the way for me! You said it yourself, it is the GOLD standard. BTW, great vid and Happy New Year to you and your product pushing twin.
I love the glencairn, though the thing about the nose is I think the best distance varies from person to person based on how strong your sense of smell is. It looks like you just dove straight into it, which makes sense cause when you drink that's what it'll be. But I believe Rex from the Whiskey Vault actually explained to start further away and then slowly approach it and stop when you register the notes, cause further and you'll get more ethanol.
I think for the glen glass it depends on what you are drinking. I drink some strong scotch whiskeys/whiskys and bourbon barrel aged whiskeys. So it depends on what you are wanting to do. Enjoy an evening by the fireplace or with a few friends and catch up over a nice glass of something to warm your soul. I have found recently that I am currently in love with some of the more peaty whiskeys like Laphroig and Connemara 12 year. Honestly, I only use shot glasses for measurements for cocktails & mixed drinks for friends that just want to party a little hard. Otherwise I do agree with your sentiment on shot glasses. One whiskey you might like is Glenmorangie La Santa Sherry Cask Scotch Whisky. It's a slightly tart cherry flavor with some smokeyness on the backend but is friendly to drink neat.
As always a very informative and entetaining video. You have a soothing voice that holds your attention. In my old age I've come to like the plain ole' OJ straight up 3 1/2" glass, I use for sipping whiskey, tequila and sometimes even use for a heavy red wine. Just my 2 cents....HAPPY NEW YEAR!
What better way to start my week off than talking whiskey! I have been drinking from the Tesla of whiskey glasses for the last month now and it’s hard to reach for anything else. Great video brother!👍🏻👌🏻
JS, In some places in Scotland they have stemmed Glencairn glasses which remove the pinkie out sensation, give you more to hold on to and because they have the stem don't force your head back as much. I have Norlan glasses as well and love them but the sippy cup lip becomes a problem when I go from a thin lip glass to the Norlan...I dribble a little which is fine by myself but a bit embarrassing when sipping in a group.
Solid points. I only use Glencairn when I’m nerding out and tasting a new whisky. Otherwise rocks class is my go to. Great in hand easy to drink out of.
Great video, the grading categories were perfect, no BS, here’s what most everyone looks for when drinking, not influenced by the status quo, damn fine job sir!
I recently grabbed dome Glancarin glasses and they're perfect. Only downside: They can hold the smell of detergents and should probably go through the dishwasher instead of being washed by hand.
Use odourless detergent, use very little amount (goes for all hand dishing, you need alot less than people think) and just rinse then out after properly? How hard can it be, I never put finer and thin glasses etc in my washer. I have never had any problem with my glasses, you clean them and wash them out and youre done.
Great review Jeremy!!! I think you should have added the value for price factor, and the Glencairn is way cheaper than the Norland. Keep on editing great videos!! Cheers dude
The Norlan is a modified Glenciarn inner-sleeve with a slightly more open rim, with a Tumbler-style outer shell. That's why the nose is almost the same, but your hand doesn't warm the whiskey because of the double-wall construction, resulting in fewer expressed fumes. Best of both worlds, defeating the " nubbin" hold style of the Glenciarn. Dragon Glass is a stemless snifter... which is a nice modern take on a very oldschool/ classic way to drink spirits.
Thanks for another entertaining and informative video, brother. Made me smile to see that St Augustine Bourbon in your video. Went there for our 25th Anniversary last year and was able to tour the distillery. Great tour and great bourbon. I prefer a heavy based rocks glass.
Well I was about to wrap up after putting my new video up - then you posted and now I'm hooked on learning about whiskey glasses! Great video as usual mate.
Norlan glasses and Glencairn for sure are the best for drinking it neat. For nosing....the Glencairn. Love the Norlan, but wish it was a little heavier weight. I also love the feel of a crystal rocks glass and will choose this if I’m having whiskey with ice.
The other reason the tilt is so far on a Glencairn is to help leaned the head back, opening the throat and air passages. Kinda like you would do for CPR. Helps in tasting a whiskey. I tend to only use em when I am first exploring a whiskey myself. I have these great, tulip shaped glasses with a flat bottom that I got a few years ago in a Glenlivet box set and I love them for normal drinks. They also work nicely for an old fashioned. I have to a new rocks glass for that though. Suggestions for good Rocks glasses?
Funny we went uppersit direction on the Norlan - I got the Rauk Heavy Tumbler and the Valid glass. So.. my tumbler is clear, my taster is black - The Valid has a cool effect, because its double walled.. and black, it acts like a Mirror - making the Whiskey glow from within But my opinion... i just love to look at the whiskey in the Norlan glasses.. makes me enjoy it more. Becomes like a ritual.. you know taking out the special glass for the special liquor and just enjoy it. savour every sip
I have a couple of tumblers and i really enjoy the Glencairn glasses i have i am now considering buying the James Bentley Glass set. But i will definitely agree with you about the awkward way how you have to hold the Glencairn and how you have to tilt the glass is a constant pain in the neck for me
I've actually started to really like my little mini 4 oz rocks glass. Tilts back like a rocks, but small lip like a glencairns. More comfortable in the hand than a rocks glass, because it's like just the bottom half of a 8 oz 1 cup glass. Straight walled glass. I drink blended Irish whiskey on the rocks in it. But I just got some glencairns and really like the feel of it.
When I'm sipping Laphroaig 10, more often than not I'm reclined back in my La-Z-Boy. I really appreciate the shape and ergonomics of the Glencairn because of this.
I have 2 Norlan original since 2019 . . . fast forward to 2022, i have not seen any tuber using Norlan for nosing/tasting --- most use a copita or glencairn . . . I only use norlan for guests (nice piece of arts - and pricey ! ) but no diff than my 3$ tumbler . . . good video.
Really nice video, enjoyed your honest style narrative & excellent music. Glasses will be glasses & a man will drink out of what he has, well if you have a choice I take the Glass variety depends on the mood & the company you are drinking with. The noser is good if you are into the experience as a noser. The quantity is however limited in those, the Norlan or double wall style is superb if you have it with ice or on the rocks & hate ice to melt too fast. So that's a favourite too, but if one is a flashy gadgety type then the Diamond inclined roll around style is unique but not too safe when a man puts his glass down & a bit delicate to hold & personally I hate sharply angled glass at the lip. The Glencairn is also quite thin on the lip. A good solid Whisky tumbler is always a safe one for those who like a decent quantity. The one other aspect of heat transfer is that the Glencairn & Rock glass/whisky tumblers all have a good solid blob of glass at the bottom. We do know glass is a poor conductor of heat/cold so would you be able to elaborate on that in some other video.... overall enjoyed the entire video & I am your new fan. Thank you JS
Gotta say your conclusions kinda match my own experiences. The Norlan is my favourite as well, but I'd recommend trying a sherry copita nosing glass as well - if you tour distilleries here in Scotland, you tend to find that's what a lot of the blenders use when they're sampling from casks.
In the man cave....8 oz Ball jelly jars for my pours or depending on what we're drinking....if we're passing the mason jar around with some local goodness in it we'll "kiss the baby"....in the house Norlans Glass for single pours, an antique crystal rocks glass when I'm in the mood or having a cocktail of some sort or, and this is weird but this is just me....I prefer my scotch out of a rocks glass....thanks for a great and informative video....I really appreciate all the effort and hard work you put into your video's....may you and your family have a Happy and safe New Years!!! God Bless!!
Jeremy thanks for another great informative video and I love the content you have on your channel. I have already picked up a set of the dragon glasses because they look cool and can’t wait try them out. I will pick up the others and give them a try. Happy New Years and stay safe everyone. Cheers.
Nice video Jeremy. I have four Glencairn's and use them just for what they are designed for, doing tastings with friends who come over. I have two of the satin black Norlans, and use it just for show and sometimes when I want to watch the reflection of the color on the inside when I pour. Otherwise, everyday for me, just a variation of rocks glasses.
Completely agree on the Glencairn glass! I just shopped for whiskey glasses and the Whiskey Tribe highly recommended it... but I couldn't get myself to pull the trigger because of how delicate it looks.
Interesting video, especially the discussion regarding heat transfer. I have a set that has a slight curve similar to the Glen, but solid glass bottom like the Rocks. I love them....primarily a Glenlivet drinker.
A big fan of the Glencairn. I enjoy holding it between my index and middle finger with my palm facing down. That is both comfortable and easy to drink.
Before I got a Norlan, hearing Daniel on the whisk(e)y vaults opinion on it made me skeptical. But after owning one I gotta say I love drinking out of it. It would be awesome if the base was solid so it was more substantial to hold though, like a rocks glass..
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I was just think, if any company would sponsor a channel with “shit” in the name. Seems they dont mind. Well done and thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I got the Dragon glass as a gift. I didn't think too much of it at first, but if you leave it on the table in front of you with the opening pointed to your face, you can get wafts of the alcohol you're drinking. I also kind of hold it kind of like you'd hold a snifter, but with the pointed bottom resting between my ring and middle finger. It just kind of naturally sits there.
I wouldn't say these make the glass better. I also wouldn't claim these as selling points at all. Just what I've observed by interacting with the glass for a while.
I went on this journey years ago. My conclusion is it really depends on the whisky. I like the Norlan for most whiskies with a lot of barrel. The Glencairn for peaty or complex drinks and the rocks for most everything else. I find myself using the rocks more often and the others for special nips. I really like the Norlan but I've found a few whiskies that just don't play well in it. It really just comes down to whatever you prefer.
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im too hard to drink out of the bottle. I just drink straight out of the barrel!
I drink straight out of the tank. amature!
I drink it before it goes in the barrel.
i drink it before it's even liquid
I eat the barley before it's even malted
I snort the raw ingredients
Thanks for covering our diamond glasses, Jeremy!
I recently bought a set of these. Very cool-looking.
@@eespinosa64 my mother-in-law gave me their Diamond Decanter set for Father's day last year. It's asthetic, IMO, is great without losing a ton of functionality. I recently bought just the whiskey glass set to add to it. Definitely recommend.
I can’t believe I just spent 21 minutes watching a Bearded Dude talk about Whiskey glasses but this video was terrific and I learned a ton and I am BUYING the Norlen Whiskey Glasses for my collection. Thank you you Bearded Bud.
How much do those glasses run ?
I like a two-pronged approach. Glencairn for when I'm tasting a new whisky or really want to dissect it, and rocks glass for everyday drinking.
Glencairn (any tapered small mouth glass) under 55-60% abv... generally
Old Fashion/DOF (wide mouth tumbler) for the barrel proof juice (55%+ abv)
Personally, I drink a lot of whiskey that legally qualifies as hazmat (or close to it) and I prefer not having liquor laser beams scorching the delicate inner lining of my nostrils when I drink that delicious nectar of the Gods. So I give my barrel proofs a wide birth! :-)
Damn you drink whiskey every day?
@@AdvanceBoss1 "everyday" as one word means common, normal, or typical, not literally every day. If I meant that I was drinking every day I would have said "daily".
Curtis Bailey okay brother lol
I only use my Glen for my top shelf, I have a lot of sub $30 bourbon that is mostly just for rocks glass sipping.
When nosing, try opening your mouth a little when inhaling it, this cuts down on the alcohol burn. Similar to retro-haling a cigar and the different notes experienced, when nosing whiskey also try putting your nose up to the glass and breath in through your mouth only, there's a whole other set of notes there too and almost no alcohol burn. That said, for me the Glencairn is my favorite. I love all whiskey, but I hold scotch in a higher regard. My first sip of Laphroaig was in a Glencairn and when I see one with brown nectar in the bottom I am instantly brought back to that day, where my love for all things peaty and smoky began. Love the videos Jeremy, keep them coming!
You are basically the only creator where I don‘t even skip the promotions, because even the promotions are entertaining
I recently got myself some Norlan glasses, before seing this video, and I actually did the same experiment than you on different glasses. I can only agree with you on all these points. And I also checked the temperature difference from one glass to an other. The Norlan stays pretty chill even in the sun and your booze keeps chill too. Great glasses! Cheers...
I had a similar experience with Norlen vs Glencairn. I do 99% of my whiskey drinking with a Glencairn simply because I have a bunch of them from all the clubs I'm involved in and getting them as gifts. The Norlen seems to mute the alcohol a bit and I've noticed a little bit sweeter flavor in my limited experience with them. I think aroma plays a huge role in drinking so the rocks glasses get reserved for cocktails.
Glencairns are definitely the "gold standard". I find my whiskey experience is significantly enhanced by them.
I am a simple man. I get notified of a new Man Shit Monday, I watch it, I like it.
Love it! 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Glencairn for me all day, everyday! (also I hold it with my palm facing upwards, so you won't warm up the whisky or do the pinky-finger thing 😂) Great video as always mate 👌
Jeremy is the only guy that can get me to watch a 20 min video about something im not that interested in haha. Great video man! We need another good ol Jeremy vlog soon tho too
The word "personality" comes to mind with hints of intrigue, notes of captivation and a bit of subtle maturity from the host.❤
For someone who has just started to enjoy/learn about whiskey, this video was superb....i have quite a lot to understand, and your video has been a great intro for me....Thanks!
For starters, your approach to advertising is brilliant, the vary first channel on UA-cam I don't skip through the ads, they are intelligent and humors A+.
Real men don't need to force their ideas on others, you like what you like, you explain why and you don't apologize for it, confidence not ego.
Ascetically i appreciate the walls, Wainscoting and trim painted the flat grey.
Subscription earned for a channel of quality, well done.
Shot glasses reminds me of crappy liquor, regret, bad decision, & worst hangovers..
You nailed it.👌🥂
Yeah, that seriously made me laugh. He hit it right on the head
I am FIRMLY in the "glass type changes flavor profile" camp. Just yesterday, I bought a GlenDronach Original 12 yr Single Malt Scotch that I poured into a Glencairn and I didn't like it. There was far too much bite and even a stale flavor on the back of the throat. I then used a rocks glass (only holding to sip, so no heat transfer) and it immediately made it more palatable and smoothed it out significantly. I was able to enjoy it more.
The shape of the glass and width definitely affects the way the whisky is presented.
Try twirling it in the glen for a bit first, and then let it rest a minute. Also, the first pour is often the harshest as it will likely contain the most concentrate of vapors.
Often it is recommended to let the whiskey sit for about 10 min before nosing it. First sniff should be just over the glass. Second should be above the rim. Third nose in the glass. Getting more robust each time. I like the Glencairn glass just for that more intense experience.
Love this channel. I have and use 3 of the 4 glasses you tested, I do not have the dragon glass. On the other hand I found a way to limit the heat transfer from hand to glass, drink it faster in which ever glass you use. (it may make for a shorter night, but it works if heat transfer is a problem.) Great video.
Got the Dragon Glassware set with Decanter as a Christmas gift with Johnny Walker Double Black and Happy New Year.
As a retired US Navy Sailor I've got years of drinking under my belt but now Im looking to refine my pallet. New sub!
My favorite is the GlenCairn. Have an awesome New Years eve, Andreas 🇸🇪
I have the two top picks, so I am happy to announce that you guys have good taste....because you agree with me
I love your style..and knowledge
I have the Norlan glasses, and I drink Whiskey and Tequila out of them, and I gotta say, these glasses are fantastic!
Just ordered yesterday the Borland glasses. Looking forward of putting in some JohnnyWalker blue and enjoying
I will never look at my whiskey glasses the same. You did an amazing job with this presentation. 🥃🙌🏽💯
You are by far my favorite youtuber. You just need to upload more often. All good content though everything that im into👍
Those Norlan glasses are looking so good that I couldn't resist and I bought 2 sets. It will be nice to drink a nice Kentucky bourbon from that glass. Thanks for the tip. BTW, great video, really enjoyed it.
I'm glad you mentioned the glencairn and how high you have to tip it up. Just a personal problem with it... I had throat surgery done back in the 90's. Ihave no "hangy down" thing. When I tip the glencairn up to get anything out of the glass I always get choked. Sucking down gasoline and rubbing alcohol down the wrong direction is enough for me to get the red solo cups out. I'll try the Norlan's next. Thanks!
Once again.....YOU ROCKED IT!....Great job my friend....great job!
Hello Sir,
FIRST MY DISCLAIMER
**** everyone's choices will vary****
now with that out of the way...
My Brother.... you sold me on the Glencairn... as I normally drink from rock glasses, with the Glencairn I smell and taste notes... recently tested with Uncle Nearest 1884 (93 Proof) and I was impressed... just wanted to share my opinion... I thank you for ALL of your videos.. you are very appreciated
I have had the Norlan glasses since their kickstarter campaign. It is my favorite as well. Even purchase 2 of the black whiskey glasses when they came out. If I have 1 negative it is that they feel delicate/light in my hand. 1 of the four glasses I original purchased has broken while washing.
I have four of the Norlan whiskey glasses. Two each of the clear and flat black. Best whiskey glasses 🥂 ever.
I have the Dragon glasses, Rocks, and Glencairn. The Dragon glasses look great, but my favorite is still the Rocks glass. Glancairn is more difficult to drink from and, yeah, feels a little too fancy to me.
just got some Norlan glasses and they have become my go to, 3 separate days and two differing friends, it works, put simply!
Thanks Jeremy I appreciate all your efforts
Thanks for a great video! I definitely will get me a pair of Norlan Whiskey Glasses. Wonderful videoproduction; great content, performance, photo, light, editing and sound! Damn, I even enjoyed the ad! Top Notch!
I have three of these. Rocks, Glencairn, and Norlan. I need to explore the Norlan more often. I like rocks for casual, Glencairn for tastings, and Norlan for right in between the two.
My response would mirror yours precisely. So I will just give yours a 👍
Greetings from Scotland 🏴 my friend loving your work .
The best glass is your favourite glass but a Glencairn is the best and my favourite is my SMWS Glencairn ,got to love SMWS 🏴
Your findings are very much inline with my own. As much as I like the "gold standard" Glencairn, I find that my Norlan glass is a much better experience all around. It noses better than any other glass I have ever used and I really love the aesthetics of it! Well worth the price...if you are not afraid to pay good $$ for a bottle, then you should be OK to pay good $$ for a glass to enjoy it in.
As a #WhiskeyTube channel that started MOSTLY due to Whiskey Vault it was good to see another video about this. My default is a Glencairn glass of course, and I even have some that are Glencairn rocks glasses because I like the shape but want more room for my ice. The only drawback from a standard rocks glass is when you get a neat pour at a bar and... well it looks like so little whiskey in that type of glass. I do want to get a Norlan glass someday AND something I head of not long ago called a Tuath Irish whiskey glass... cuz they fancy. Once I have my bar setup completed I will need to do my own glass comparison and see how my own biases stand up to what I seem to prefer. Now all you need to do is find an excuse to visit Texas and invade the whiskey vault in person! Sláinte!
I use a Glencairn for tasting whiskey, I use a rocks glass for drinking it. Also, the more you drink out of a Glencairn you will notice your body starts making little adjustments so you don't have to do to the 'stare at the ceiling' to take a drink. I noticed I naturally open my jaw a little more, tilt the glass more once it is resting on my lip, and other little tweeks so I can still look at people when I am drinking but it wasn't right away. I like the Norlan, just not at that price point.
Well, I use a 10 oz Ozark Trail cup. I like to lay back in a fire pit, camping, and grilling. I dropped it a couple of times... no waste.
Also, I use it for coffee too.
I like your style man
I love my Norlan! Just got it for Christmas and can actually get notes without losing nose hairs 😂! Great video!
Jeremy, keep your sippy cup! Glencairn all the way for me! You said it yourself, it is the GOLD standard. BTW, great vid and Happy New Year to you and your product pushing twin.
I love the glencairn, though the thing about the nose is I think the best distance varies from person to person based on how strong your sense of smell is. It looks like you just dove straight into it, which makes sense cause when you drink that's what it'll be. But I believe Rex from the Whiskey Vault actually explained to start further away and then slowly approach it and stop when you register the notes, cause further and you'll get more ethanol.
I think for the glen glass it depends on what you are drinking. I drink some strong scotch whiskeys/whiskys and bourbon barrel aged whiskeys. So it depends on what you are wanting to do. Enjoy an evening by the fireplace or with a few friends and catch up over a nice glass of something to warm your soul. I have found recently that I am currently in love with some of the more peaty whiskeys like Laphroig and Connemara 12 year.
Honestly, I only use shot glasses for measurements for cocktails & mixed drinks for friends that just want to party a little hard. Otherwise I do agree with your sentiment on shot glasses. One whiskey you might like is Glenmorangie La Santa Sherry Cask Scotch Whisky. It's a slightly tart cherry flavor with some smokeyness on the backend but is friendly to drink neat.
As always a very informative and entetaining video. You have a soothing voice that holds your attention.
In my old age I've come to like the plain ole' OJ straight up 3 1/2" glass, I use for sipping whiskey, tequila and sometimes even use for a heavy red wine. Just my 2 cents....HAPPY NEW YEAR!
What better way to start my week off than talking whiskey! I have been drinking from the Tesla of whiskey glasses for the last month now and it’s hard to reach for anything else. Great video brother!👍🏻👌🏻
Good choice on the Woodford reserve. Tiss delicious and my fave
As someone who uses both the Norlan and the Glencairn when we review whiskies, I completely agree! Great video.
JS, In some places in Scotland they have stemmed Glencairn glasses which remove the pinkie out sensation, give you more to hold on to and because they have the stem don't force your head back as much. I have Norlan glasses as well and love them but the sippy cup lip becomes a problem when I go from a thin lip glass to the Norlan...I dribble a little which is fine by myself but a bit embarrassing when sipping in a group.
Solid points. I only use Glencairn when I’m nerding out and tasting a new whisky. Otherwise rocks class is my go to. Great in hand easy to drink out of.
Great video, the grading categories were perfect, no BS, here’s what most everyone looks for when drinking, not influenced by the status quo, damn fine job sir!
I dont even drink i just hang out around here just coz the videos are so cool
I recently grabbed dome Glancarin glasses and they're perfect. Only downside: They can hold the smell of detergents and should probably go through the dishwasher instead of being washed by hand.
Use odourless detergent, use very little amount (goes for all hand dishing, you need alot less than people think) and just rinse then out after properly? How hard can it be, I never put finer and thin glasses etc in my washer.
I have never had any problem with my glasses, you clean them and wash them out and youre done.
Rinse them more. The dishwasher will damage it with time. But yeah hand washing is rusky too, those things are really narrow.
@@benjaminsitaud9743 Whisk(e)y does taste better when drank from proper glasses.
@@jakeizlove indeed! I love thoses Glencairn.
Gave a pair of the Norlans to a friend for Christmas. She likes Jameson, double, neat. Perfect glass for her.
Thanks for the video, I'm sold by The Glencairn
Great review Jeremy!!! I think you should have added the value for price factor, and the Glencairn is way cheaper than the Norland. Keep on editing great videos!! Cheers dude
The Norlan is a modified Glenciarn inner-sleeve with a slightly more open rim, with a Tumbler-style outer shell. That's why the nose is almost the same, but your hand doesn't warm the whiskey because of the double-wall construction, resulting in fewer expressed fumes. Best of both worlds, defeating the " nubbin" hold style of the Glenciarn. Dragon Glass is a stemless snifter... which is a nice modern take on a very oldschool/ classic way to drink spirits.
Hey Jeremy, love your comment on shot glasses. Real gentlemen sip their whiskey 🥃. Thanks for all the great content, happy new year!
Some to you brotha! 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Thanks for another entertaining and informative video, brother. Made me smile to see that St Augustine Bourbon in your video. Went there for our 25th Anniversary last year and was able to tour the distillery. Great tour and great bourbon. I prefer a heavy based rocks glass.
I love my stainless steel snute glass. It is similar to a cross between a glen and a rocks. Plus it's tough especially day drinking and wrenching!
Well I was about to wrap up after putting my new video up - then you posted and now I'm hooked on learning about whiskey glasses! Great video as usual mate.
Thanks brother!! 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Norlan glasses and Glencairn for sure are the best for drinking it neat. For nosing....the Glencairn. Love the Norlan, but wish it was a little heavier weight. I also love the feel of a crystal rocks glass and will choose this if I’m having whiskey with ice.
Love your video’s, just bought my first Ardbeg 10 because of your video recently. Happy New Year
Hi Jeremy first time I visseted your channel and I like to thank you for the fun and informing info
For nosing it's hard to beat the Glencairn. For social drinking I prefer a Libby's Bourbon glass. (Proud member of the Bourbon Brigade)
I wasn’t even thinking about drinking outta the bottle until this video 🤣 so thanks for that! Pirate time!!
I did bought the Norland glasses 3-4 month ago and I really like them 😚👍.
Bro, I love your channel, I've learned so much. Thank you..
Nice to know that the Norlan did so well-I got that glass for my dad for Xmas last year. :) He has really enjoyed it as far as I know!
The other reason the tilt is so far on a Glencairn is to help leaned the head back, opening the throat and air passages. Kinda like you would do for CPR. Helps in tasting a whiskey. I tend to only use em when I am first exploring a whiskey myself. I have these great, tulip shaped glasses with a flat bottom that I got a few years ago in a Glenlivet box set and I love them for normal drinks. They also work nicely for an old fashioned. I have to a new rocks glass for that though. Suggestions for good Rocks glasses?
Preferably a glass with no holes in it.
It should have at least one...
Don't get the Pythagoras cup then
I’ve just ordered up your whiskey flask which has the 10/10 advantage of offering a livener on the move !
Funny we went uppersit direction on the Norlan - I got the Rauk Heavy Tumbler and the Valid glass. So.. my tumbler is clear, my taster is black - The Valid has a cool effect, because its double walled.. and black, it acts like a Mirror - making the Whiskey glow from within
But my opinion... i just love to look at the whiskey in the Norlan glasses.. makes me enjoy it more. Becomes like a ritual.. you know taking out the special glass for the special liquor and just enjoy it. savour every sip
I have a couple of tumblers and i really enjoy the Glencairn glasses i have i am now considering buying the James Bentley Glass set. But i will definitely agree with you about the awkward way how you have to hold the Glencairn and how you have to tilt the glass is a constant pain in the neck for me
I've actually started to really like my little mini 4 oz rocks glass. Tilts back like a rocks, but small lip like a glencairns. More comfortable in the hand than a rocks glass, because it's like just the bottom half of a 8 oz 1 cup glass. Straight walled glass. I drink blended Irish whiskey on the rocks in it. But I just got some glencairns and really like the feel of it.
When I'm sipping Laphroaig 10, more often than not I'm reclined back in my La-Z-Boy. I really appreciate the shape and ergonomics of the Glencairn because of this.
Fun video! I appreciate the subjective/candid approach to your reviews. Happy New Year, my friend!
Thanks brother! Same to you.
I have 2 Norlan original since 2019 . . . fast forward to 2022, i have not seen any tuber using Norlan for nosing/tasting --- most use a copita or glencairn . . . I only use norlan for guests (nice piece of arts - and pricey ! ) but no diff than my 3$ tumbler . . . good video.
Love your videos. Great comparison, brother.
Great video. I’m a glencairn guy myself
Really nice video, enjoyed your honest style narrative & excellent music. Glasses will be glasses & a man will drink out of what he has, well if you have a choice I take the Glass variety depends on the mood & the company you are drinking with. The noser is good if you are into the experience as a noser. The quantity is however limited in those, the Norlan or double wall style is superb if you have it with ice or on the rocks & hate ice to melt too fast. So that's a favourite too, but if one is a flashy gadgety type then the Diamond inclined roll around style is unique but not too safe when a man puts his glass down & a bit delicate to hold & personally I hate sharply angled glass at the lip. The Glencairn is also quite thin on the lip. A good solid Whisky tumbler is always a safe one for those who like a decent quantity. The one other aspect of heat transfer is that the Glencairn & Rock glass/whisky tumblers all have a good solid blob of glass at the bottom. We do know glass is a poor conductor of heat/cold so would you be able to elaborate on that in some other video.... overall enjoyed the entire video & I am your new fan. Thank you JS
Gotta say your conclusions kinda match my own experiences. The Norlan is my favourite as well, but I'd recommend trying a sherry copita nosing glass as well - if you tour distilleries here in Scotland, you tend to find that's what a lot of the blenders use when they're sampling from casks.
In the man cave....8 oz Ball jelly jars for my pours or depending on what we're drinking....if we're passing the mason jar around with some local goodness in it we'll "kiss the baby"....in the house Norlans Glass for single pours, an antique crystal rocks glass when I'm in the mood or having a cocktail of some sort or, and this is weird but this is just me....I prefer my scotch out of a rocks glass....thanks for a great and informative video....I really appreciate all the effort and hard work you put into your video's....may you and your family have a Happy and safe New Years!!! God Bless!!
Jeremy thanks for another great informative video and I love the content you have on your channel. I have already picked up a set of the dragon glasses because they look cool and can’t wait try them out. I will pick up the others and give them a try. Happy New Years and stay safe everyone. Cheers.
I have both the Norlan clear and black, alongside the Rauk Norlan too. Awesome
Hey man, awesome video.... Great editing! Smooth and enjoyable!!!
Great videos.....enjoy them very much...thanks
Nice video Jeremy. I have four Glencairn's and use them just for what they are designed for, doing tastings with friends who come over. I have two of the satin black Norlans, and use it just for show and sometimes when I want to watch the reflection of the color on the inside when I pour. Otherwise, everyday for me, just a variation of rocks glasses.
Completely agree on the Glencairn glass! I just shopped for whiskey glasses and the Whiskey Tribe highly recommended it... but I couldn't get myself to pull the trigger because of how delicate it looks.
Interesting video, especially the discussion regarding heat transfer. I have a set that has a slight curve similar to the Glen, but solid glass bottom like the Rocks. I love them....primarily a Glenlivet drinker.
Whiskey cheers. You can see the glass I perfer. Your #1 looks like a good choice too.
Great content! One of the best discoveries on UA-cam during this quarantine! Take care and keep up the great job! 💪
I bought the Norlan glasses a week ago, and I love them, definitely my favorite. I think it was after watching this video, so thanks!
A big fan of the Glencairn. I enjoy holding it between my index and middle finger with my palm facing down. That is both comfortable and easy to drink.
Great video mate. Love the comedic parts. Well done.
Before I got a Norlan, hearing Daniel on the whisk(e)y vaults opinion on it made me skeptical. But after owning one I gotta say I love drinking out of it. It would be awesome if the base was solid so it was more substantial to hold though, like a rocks glass..
Just ordered myself a couple Norlan Glasses thanks to this video! excited to try them out; hopefully you get a kickback via your links.