The Best Whiskey Glass! Six Glass Comparison!

We wanted to know what our favorite whiskey glass was when compared to others. Let's run this show.
Below are the glasses and their prices listed:
Norlan: $50 for 2
Denver and Liley: $50
Bourbon Junkies Glencairn: $22 Shipped
Bourbon Junkies Bourbon Trail Glass: $22 Shipped
Bourbon Junkies Rocks Glass: $22 shipped
Neat Glass: $16
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[@JeremySiers]

Great comparison guys! Man, I wish I would have thought to blind nose them in my vid, such a great idea. As always got some good laughs in this one also. Cheers fellas 🥃

[@BourbonJunkies]

Blind nosing would be very hard by yourself! I'm also 100% shocked Dan didn't make me smell dickel or something.

[@Jasonkarl12]

My eyes are open and they’re burning. Classic improv comedy.

[@280nosler]

Sean, your disgust of Dan as he is pouring the shot into each glass is palpable. I love it! Call me our fashioned, I like a rocks glass (double please).

[@JMMurray203]

I've broken several glencairns which I only use occasionally, but miraculously never broken my Canadian glencairns that I use as my everyday glasses for the past 4 years. I think the glencairn was designed to projectile out of soapy hands in a marketing ploy to make people buy more and have to get more stitches.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Dan is veeeeeery good at breaking glens while washing them.

[@croaker4747]

I use a Waterford Crystal Bourbon glass that was my grandfathers. It does the trick. Of the glasses you have here it is closest to the Neat glass. It is just made of crystal instead of glass, and is thicker.

[@BourbonJunkies]

That's awesome, cheers to that

[@blackstar535]

Owner of 8 Kentucky Bourbon Trail glasses stares in awkward silence 😳

[@BourbonJunkies]

I still use mine at home quite a bit, was hoping they'd have done a bit better.

[@RecklessFables]

I'm sadly down to 3 after a horrific dishwashing accident, but they are still my favorites over glencairns, snifters, and rocks.

[@socoblue1988]

Gotta agree here! Glencairn is just a perfect all-arounder. Rocks glass is a great staple, especially in the summer when you want an ice ball or stones in there to chill it. I recently got a Stormtrooper double walled glass and it's cool to look at but awkward to drink out of. Cheers, guys!

[@caskstrength7629]

Glencairn 👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TiFiber]

I'm watching and drinking a pour of Legent from my Norlan glass cracking up and while only have the Glencarin and Norlan whiskey glasses I prefer the Norlan even though I agree about the lip feel on the rim but it is by far my fav. Thanks for another great vid.

[@mcdowgl23]

"My eyes are open, and they're burning." Hahahahahaha.

[@wrothy7692]

Have yet to get a D&L bourbon glass, but I use their regular whisky glass all the time. Good heft, easy to hold, and the widest point provides the perfect fill line for a 60mL pour. Just wish they weren't so damn expensive.

[@tdkmshep]

"Good heft, good size, fits in-between your fingers, I can grip and rip with this thing." ...and not a single snicker from you two. Classy.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Low hanging fruit

[@irishsausage6]

Sean...I feel for you bud. I am you in all these videos. Dan is my wild friend who just doesn't give a fffff*$# and causes me unnecessary amounts of stress and anxiety. Shit, Dan does this virtually to me as it is! Thanks for the vid and I'm hoping to get a couple new glasses this year myself.

[@wildlifewhiskey3636]

Rocks glass for just drinking over Glen every time. The heft in the hand is real nice Clark 👌🏻

[@NipItInTheBud100]

Couldn’t help but watch this again after your reply about glasses! Great video and as a newbie to whiskey I want to say thanks for your opinion

[@chrisfinch6484]

very underrated video lol i actually skipped this video several times until it was almost midnight while binge watching your videos and i was to lazy to skip this video one more time and actually i love this video lol cheers boys! love the GLEN

[@NickDV007]

Really enjoyed the comparison 👍👍👍 The clinking test knocks back the argument that the Norlan is too fragile 😉

[@chrissprague5412]

Justin told us last time at Valentines that a rocks glass was the glass to use! Fun video guys!

[@bigwillpro]

Great review. I prefer the Taylor'd Milestones reserve whiskey glasses. The rocks glasses for the masses. Cheers.

[@mybourbonjourney]

Man you just can't go wrong with the ole Glen! However my favorite glass to drink out of is the Denver & Liely Whiskey glass, and love the weight. I don't have the bourbon glass from Denver & Liely but may need to get one. Cheers guys!

[@BourbonJunkies]

Yea the glass I actually use the most of at home is a rocks glass from Lords Rocks. For the same reason you like the Denver, nice and heavy and just overall is a nice little drinker.

[@ricklara658]

Denver and Liley all day. It holds a little more than the Glencairn and it highlights the nose of bourbon. It also looks fantastic with great whiskey.

[@clintondeabreu8565]

Actually prefer the Denver and Liely whisky glass over their bourbon glass, the whisky glass is a great compromise between a rocks & glencairn.

[@BourbonJunkies]

If it was slightly cheaper I'd have a rack of those denver's

[@cameronove]

I like that Denver Lily - heading over to Amazon...

[@Jbroker404]

Great video but I wish you used what is my personal favorite glass - Riedel "Single Malt Whiskey Glass" I've gone back and fourth between that and the Glencairn, and consistently find myself going with the Riedel. Seems not many whiskey connoisseurs are familiar with them unfortunately.

[@tonychristina]

I love my rocks glasses. I have glens, but unless I have company I'm grabbing the rocks glass for my pours.

[@taunaengus4978]

I prefer a Crofter's jam glass or a Kraft cheese glass...perfect and they're inexpensive. Use the money saved to buy more whiskey!

[@samwilcox10]

Check out stotzle nosing glasses. Best glass I've used. Not quite as precise as a glencairn but a damn good glass.

[@irishsausage6]

While I enjoy the presentation in a glen and the ability to swirl more easily for nosing purposes...I also have a physical nose issue liken to Sean's...haha! In the end, I LOVE ROCKS GLASSES! I actually have a smaller rocks glass which is my personal favorite. Small rocks glasses for the win in my book! The only one I really want to add to my collection is a Denver & Leily beacuse it looks swanky as hell.

[@christopherhanlon4690]

I have a few of these glasses. I love the Norlan. It keeps the whiskey cool as your hands will not warm it up. If you like it on the rocks it's a must have.

[@BourbonJunkies]

A nice summer day is where they shine, 80 degree whiskey is not what I want.

[@saa15353]

This and ADHD Whiskey blender video are ton of fun. Drinking with science

[@StevenScone]

If I'm trying a whiskey for the first time or just want a sip, it's a glen. If I'm getting a pour it's a rocks glass.

[@ricklara658]

The rocks glass is a classic for Old Fashioned's. Great video, I am loving the content.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Thanks, appreciate the comment!

[@shanemcfarland1368]

The black Norlan is quite possibly the coolest glass you didn’t have it but I think they saw it on bespoke

[@jonathandixon8379]

I got one recently and they are nice.

[@StillLivinginthewoods]

I have a couple of Schott Zwiesel whiskey nosing glasses that I really like for critical whiskey drinking. They're shaped very similarly to a Glencairn but larger so the vapor is not as concentrated, and with a different type of base so no "pinkie out" feeling. Quality glasses made in Germany, and not too expensive,... about the same as a Glencairn. My favorite casual drinking glass is the Libbey Craft Spirits Tequila Glasses,... just a nice rocks glass.

[@bourbonsanta]

Glens out, Stems out. We need you to redo this test with a few stemmed options.

[@bertburch]

I actually like the "Pot" glass, well, better than a bar glass or glen cairns. Will try the Nolan or Viski next

[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

Almost all of my glasses came from holiday gift sets. In order of liquid capacity design, my favorite glasses to drink from are: Glenlivet Rocks - 10oz JD SB Crystal Glencairn w/o base - 8oz Glenmorangie barrel shaped Rocks - 8oz I have a couple traditional Glencairn glasses but prefer to use them for cordials. I've been toying with getting a couple of those Norlan glasses but the $$ has been a sticking point. However, after watching and listening to your comments about them, $$ may not be a sticking point any more. Leave it to San Francisco to have a glass shaped like a spittoon 🤮 I'm really liking that Denver glass, too 👍

[@jackthepickledhound]

Canadian Glen , only works with JD single barrel etched on bottom

[@chadwallace3598]

Nice vid boys. And thanx for the Denver n lily glass. It really does work and drink well.

[@TheElectronCloud]

All I want for Christmas in 2020 is Dan to break something expensive messin’ with Sean. Plzzzzz

[@MrIceman2307]

Great comparison and video. Neat glass fan here. Got a kick out of the flower pot knock, lol - however, function over form...if it is used by the judges at the annual SF Spirits competition then there must be something good about it. There is another Neat version that has a bigger base with separation like the Denver & Liley glass and it is quite solid / hefty to hold. To me, the glen has way too much ethanol burn up the nose on higher proofs that takes away from the taste and while the rocks glass is classic it doesn't seem to enhance the flavors as much. Cheers! 🥃

[@nairbjc]

I feel like the Norlan vapors leave the glass way to fast. I also have the Libbey neat glass which I like to use the most because it seems like you can keep going back and still get the nose. The Libbey also feels great in the hand with nice pour for tasting. The Norlan also is light weight but it does look cool. Rocks glasses are best for just that and for cocktails.

[@JaysonBucy]

Bourbon Trail glass is deceptively deep. I've gotten in trouble with that one before drinking way more than I thought I was.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Same... More than once too.

[@sggjose]

Glens are tough as hell too. I've had a few fall from counter height, didn't break. Did have the one that landed at the right angle and completely chattered though, lol. Unfortunately, it was showing my friends how unbreakable they were. Hahaha. Cheers, guys.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Dan threw one onto a table for some b-roll like 20 times. Didn't break one, it then slid off the table and exploded into 100 pieces. They're fickle

[@danielkerber100]

Y’all forgot to include the ole Frosty! Just got mine in the mail and am pumped to use it tonight!

[@jamesbradley8024]

OMG best/funniest video ever! Well done gentlemen

[@orlandofurioso7958]

Ridel Vinum Scotch glasses are wonderful but I prefer the GlenCairn.

[@patrickfulmer9596]

The Neat glass looks like a little spittoon. I have some small stemless wineglasses that I like to drink from. I like warming the whiskey with my hand. Cheers!

[@rclem21]

Clinkability... You guys are awesome . Pure love.

[@robertharper2158]

So, I am rewatching videos at this point. I have seen every video and live. I might need a Medal or something!

[@samtrobia9555]

Great review! First , Rocks glass 🥃 glen close second

[@richiechristie007]

7:18 very faintly hearing "I knew he was" had me cracking up.

[@xxkfpxx]

Ordering those norland's on appearance alone lol

[@BourbonJunkies]

100% they make whiskey look gooooooood

[@jefflittle4857]

Norlan Rauk tumbler for the win

[@jbw5485]

The glen really isn’t that awkward to hold. I enjoy it a lot.

[@rekcahdab]

I hope you see this. I’m new. But I’m looking for the best American whiskeys I can find of at least 100 proof or more. Can I get a video 😬

[@BourbonJunkies]

American whiskeys including bourbon or not? What are a few examples?

[@BourbonBlind]

Awesome test guys, I love it!

[@dakotalaynen6711]

I think you would really like the Canadian Whiskey glass. To me it is the best all around glass for your categories. Cheers, eh!

[@BourbonJunkies]

We were told that by more than one person, will have to check then out

[@JMMurray203]

There has been a grievous omission! You forgot to include the freedom cup from the 4th of July video.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Shhh we can't speak of that cause I'll have to murder Dan re-living that.

[@RebeccaPaige]

Norlans are on sale right now.

[@arickbakken]

Endlessly entertaining!

[@TheSlowoldman]

I would add one more category....masculinity (you know the toxic kind.... ). I prefer the rocks glass.

[@BrettBartow]

No Kenzie glasses? I really like them.

[@mikem3726]

Love the Glen...

[@rostislavtraps7148]

you two goofballs, love the video 🥳! Cheers!

[@BourbonJunkies]

Thanks man, cheers!

[@konstellashon1364]

You know, that thing they do with brandy snifters to tell how much to pour? Hold it horizontal, fill to the brim, and it's exactly the same amount each time. Can any of these do that, too?

[@BourbonJunkies]

I mean technically any cup can do that, but no there isn't any filling technique that I know of with these

[@QuiambaoCharles]

I was hoping to see the Canadian Whiskey Glass. But hopefully in the next video.

[@BourbonJunkies]

You talking the Canadian glencarin?

[@bourbonapprentice]

“Good heft, good size. Dude that’s so good.” Take that statement out of context.

[@jbpoletti]

I love this background music, what is it?

[@Jared40]

17:20 lol 🤣🥃I only use Glencairns and Rocks glasses

[@BiffStrongo]

Not convinced. Sticking with my coffee mug.

[@ronniewilkerson6377]

"Is this why McKenna won? Of course." lol

[@hugocenteno7284]

Hey guys, great episode! What’s the name of the song you guys use in the background?

[@igloo2862]

You should try some real stemware. I like glasses with a nice stem. Glencairn has a stubby stem, if you can call it a stem. "Riedel performance spirits" glass is pretty nice, but the stem is a bit too long and fragile

[@igloo2862]

Also for drinkability, go with a stemless wine glass. You can get ones with extra glass at the bottom, so they are weighted.

[@BourbonJunkies]

I have some like that, they're nice. I just always keep coming back to my rocks glasses and Kentucky trail glass.

[@fatdaddy2713]

Where's the Tuath? Great glass. You can nose without torching your sinuses and drink without lying on your back.

[@edsaintlouis9686]

Title of the music in the backgroud please. My app is unable to recognize it. Thank you.

[@DannerPlace]

#5 is a spittoon, LOL.

[@DonnerPassWhisky]

Funny I prefer the glass you don't have a Coptia.

[@lenzielenski3276]

The ceramic mug. Because Gibbs said so.

[@terpdawg]

Rigged 🤣🤣🤣🤣 good video appreciate the shout out ✌

[@BourbonJunkies]

Those spittoons are just so crazy to drink from!

[@mrtomatolord]

so would you have 3 different glasses but the same bourbon - so that you could get a "different" flavor/sensation?

[@BourbonJunkies]

Yea it's just to test the glasses independent of anything else. So each have 1 oz of ECBP C919

[@mrtomatolord]

@@BourbonJunkies no the question is really about someone sitting at home and having 3 different bottles or just by changing the glass used you get 3 different results but from the same bottle

[@RenaxTM91]

@@mrtomatolord There's nowhere near that much difference in the glassware that there is in the different whiskey's, Ardbeg is gonna be Ardbeg in both a Glen and a plastic cup. its gonna be better in the Glen but a rocks glass won't transform it into Dalwhinnie... You'd be better off with tree different Whiskeys and drink it from a milk glass than one Whiskey in 3 different glasses... But there's a lot of preference involved in choosing both whiskey and glassware, and if you have a Whiskey you really like then experimenting with different glassware might be a good idea, maybe you really like Ardbeg in a rocks glass even tho you prefer the Glen when you drink Dalwhinnie..

[@iamalan4221]

So will you be having a clearance sale on the Bourbon Trail glass since it went oh-fer-three?

[@BourbonJunkies]

Lol I have one and will still continue to use it.

[@chasecrallie2557]

The Norlan glass is the best!

[@BourbonJunkies]

It's really nice on a hot day when you want something neat but don't want it at the temperature of the sun from your hand.

[@georgehoy5144]

The San Francisco glass reminds me of a spittoon.

[@BourbonJunkies]

It basically is

[@danielcarter5531]

Coronavirus cure 5:24

[@Hugh_Jaynus_00]

Sooo...you didn’t like drinking out of the fish bowl your beta fish came in? I guess he gets it back.

[@RebeccaPaige]

How he's holding the glass at 15:27 is the same way to hold the NEAT glass. It's not that difficult.

[@BourbonJunkies]

But we're children

[@JohnKay79]

Ever try a Turkish Tea glass?

[@BourbonJunkies]

Sounds too fancy for us

[@JohnKay79]

@@BourbonJunkies, lol. I got mine for $4 a piece. They are old school tea glasses, but work well for bourbon. Bulb or wide bottom, narrow middle, then a flared rim. Like a Glencaren with no base, then a flared top.

[@richardhanna5481]

What do you boys think about rebel yell?

[@BourbonJunkies]

It's okay, the 10 year single barrel is fantastic

[@richardhanna5481]

Bourbon Junkies it’s my general purpose go to for a saucy night!

[@williamumbach592]

Not a true test unless you’re charging a phone on the tie cable as you’re sniffing.

[@RebeccaPaige]

Never heard of Lordes, Lourdes, or Lord's glasses. Neither has Google or Amazon.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Lord's rocks glasses on Amazon.

[@StillLivinginthewoods]

www.amazon.com/Whiskey-Stones-Gift-Set-Accessories/dp/B01F1747ZA/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Lord%E2%80%99s+Rocks&qid=1582852997&s=home-garden&sr=1-2

[@RebeccaPaige]

@@StillLivinginthewoods OH OK, they're under whiskey stones. Not found under rocks glasses.

[@circlesofficialmusic]

I honestly thought, Dan was about to bitch slap that glass off of the bottle at the end of the video & say, “I did not ask for this.”

[@TheJourneyYoutube]

5:23 I laugh every time!

[@dvaldiviez]

Rauk Heavy Tumbler???

[@mttech1995]

Solid Rocks glass... game over!! Dump the rest!! #notevenclose

[@tatermcwellerstagg8015]

Definitely agree on sexual preference

[@shanemcfarland1368]

Ain’t it post to be 1 1/2 ounces lol

[@Aolinger]

I never understood the neat glass.. looks like a fancy spitoon to me lol

[@zanderwow]

The Neat glass looks like it should have a beta fish in it, not whiskey!🤣

[@robertlewis3336]

The Neat glass looks like a little spittoon. Oops, just saw that someone else made the same observation.

[@zachsimpson6962]

Real men drink 1920! "Sean drinks bourbon like a girl" Sandlot

[@jriech4553]

All new whiskeys should be ran through a glen, after that I’m a rocks guy