What types of whiskey glasses are there?

Classic, tulip-shaped, glass

• Perfect for: single  malt whiskies, but also other high-quality types that can be tasted neat and without ice.
• The shape: The tulip-shaped glass ensures that the aromas are concentrated in its belly and only slowly escape through the narrow rim. If you hold the whisky glass to your nose, the complex flavours are easier to recognise.
• Quality of the glass: High-quality whisky glasses are made of very thin crystal glass with a high degree of gloss to make it easier to judge the colour of the spirit. A higher percentage of lead crystal gives the glass the luxury that suits an exclusive Whisky.
• The fun: the glass is lifted to the nose to appreciate the complex aromas of  to decipher the whisky. This  is followed by a slow tasting in small sips, trying to identify as many nuances of the whisky as possible.
• Conclusion: If you want to taste a high-quality whisky, you definitely need a classic, tulip-shaped whisky glass. Only with this, the fine nuances of the whisky can be recognized and appreciated.

Tumbler glass

• Perfect for: American whiskeys (Bourbon & Rye), Irish whiskeys, scotch blends
• The shape: Most tumblers have a straight shape with a large glass opening. Characteristic is the thick base of the heavy whisky glasses. It ensures that the ice in the glass melts more slowly and the drink stays cool longer.
• The glass quality: Tumbler glasses are usually robust and made of thicker crystal glass. A higher percentage of lead crystal gives the glass the luxury that suits an exclusive Whisky. A good tumbler glass is comfortable to hold. A heavier (higher percentage of lead crystal) gives even more cache to the whisky moment.
• The fun: The most common form of serving in a tumbler is whisky-on-the-rocks, where the whisky is served with one or more ice cubes. But of course whisky cocktails can also be served in style in a tumbler glass.
• Conclusion: No whisky glass is more versatile and at the same time exudes more refinement and elegance than a high-quality tumbler - it should not be missing in any well-stocked home bar.

What type of whiskey glass to give as a gift?

To help you find a suitable gift, here are a few suggestions:

• Single malt whiskies -> Classic, tulip-shaped, glass
• American whiskeys (Bourbon & Rye), Irish whiskies, scotch blends -> Tumbler
• Whisky on ice -> Tumbler
• Gourmet -> Classic, tulip-shaped, glass
• Relaxed enjoyer -> Tumbler
• More exclusive -> Higher percentage of lead crystal.