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Best Whisky Glasses: Glencairn, Copita or Tumbler?
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Best Whisky Glasses: Glencairn, Copita or Tumbler?

Duncan Reid, Master Curator · 5 min read

Glassware changes what you smell and taste. A practical guide to choosing the right vessel.

The Glencairn

The industry standard. Its tapered bowl concentrates aroma while the solid base is comfortable in the hand. If you own one whisky glass, own this.

The copita

Long-stemmed and narrow, the copita is the professional nosing glass. The stem keeps your hand's heat away from the spirit.

The tumbler

Wide, heavy and handsome. Terrible for nosing, wonderful for ice and old fashioneds. Use it for cocktails and casual pours.

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