Liquor Glassware Comparison

Liquor Glassware Comparison - Part 1

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7 жыл бұрын

In this video I’m trying to showcase how glassware can really make a difference in a spirit. I pour the exact same spirit (Clase Azul Reposado Tequila) into 7 different glasses and give you notes on how the glasses perform. The glasses in this video are: The Hinkle Nosing Glass ($10-$15), The Norlan Glass ($48 for a set of 2), The Glencairn Whisky Glass ($10), Stolzle Nosing Glass ($10-$15), The Copita Glass ($10), Luigi Bormioli Spirit Snifter ($37 for a set of 6), and the Riedel Ouverture Tequila Glass ($10-$15). Regardless if you’re into Single Malts, Blends, Bourbons, Rums, etc…, the way the spirit represents itself in these glasses will be similar.
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As of 02-2017, my current bottle count stands at over 2,400 bottles. I am a Certified Specialist of Spirits and have also been certified by the Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT). I've been actively collecting for the last two decades and what started as a small basic home bar has transformed (with the help and understanding of my wonderful wife) into what I think is a pretty nice collection. Thank you for watching and sharing in my passion.
Cheers!

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@scottf.8627 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Liquor Hound! "molded into my hand" that was classic! Keep up the great work my friend. Cheers!!!

@sanchezjr13 7 жыл бұрын

Very informative video.Looking forward to part 2

@darrenpellichino2923 5 жыл бұрын

I love the backdrop behind you. BTW I just ordered a set of the Luigi Bormioli glasses after watching this video. Cheers =)

@bobby_cee 7 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos bro! Thanks for the great info! Much appreciated!

@mattbourne9671 7 жыл бұрын

Informative video...looking forward to part 2

@fazekills7028 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you. I have the Luigi and Glencairn and I really enjoy both. I prefer scotch and high proof bourbon, and I give the slight edge to Luigi for those categories.

@kanamasai5194 5 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful opinion. Methodical, descriptive and subjectively fair. Always enjoy your videos. Keep up your good work.

@keithpetersen560 7 жыл бұрын

LH, I've been wanting to get a set of the Luigi Bormioli Spirit Snifter after watching a few other reviews as well. I just picked up a set of SIpping Snifter glasses which I tried last night on a couple 21 yr scotches. Great review.

@Kyramaer 7 жыл бұрын

The Macallan Glass by Lalique is probably my favourite whisky glass overall, nice to hold, great bulb shape and nice lip for drinking.

@businessmanagementlimited3741 6 жыл бұрын

This is the best glass review I have seen on the internet. Well done! I found your review balanced, fair and very informative. I hope you do more. Perhaps you would be interested in reviewing the Cradle Glass in one of your next episodes? I do actually represent the Cradle Glass (just to be clear) which is of course why I mentioned it. We are whisky makers at Cradle Mountain Whisky and we designed our glass out of a personal need to be able to consistently monitor the development of the whisky and get down to all the subtle back notes (3 wood types x 7 wood variants x 3 base formulas = 63 pre-marrying styles). So we needed a glass that would reduce the alcohol fumes and amplify the aroma from the organics. Anyway.. could be something for you to look at. Cheers Joe

@user-hb1ve6mc6f 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review...I learned something new. Cheers!

@TTplinker 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome video... learned quite a bit from this one. Cheers.

@michaelblum6537 3 жыл бұрын

Precise and informative. The idea you present of the more effective styles of glass for high versus low strength proof was fascinating. Thanks

@LiquorHound 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Cheers!

@nathanp8247 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! Always learn something from your videos.

@leonardgordon312 7 жыл бұрын

Great review found this very interesting. I usually use a glencarin but may try another style to compare.

@dvestopsov 6 жыл бұрын

High rank of this review. I mostly enjoy scottish wiskies and use glencairn, but interesting to see broader scope. Thank you and cheers :)

@joshuakenny4697 7 жыл бұрын

great review! looking foward to part 2, my current whiskey glass is the neat glass.

@Vykk_Draygo 7 жыл бұрын

How do you like it? I bought a pair a few months ago. I find it to be less bold and powerful in presenting the aromas. Makes it easier to nose high proof spirits, but I still prefer the intensity of a Glencairn glass.

@charissabihl1731 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Just rich with nuance and information.

@evanherrera6732 6 жыл бұрын

Love the Luigi Bormioli, they are a great deal too.

@jasonfernandes2197 2 жыл бұрын

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I recently found a number of new tasting glasses online from a Company in China (Chamvin) but haven't seen them in use. Your comparison offered a wide breadth of knowledge which was objective and most tantalizing. I still thoroughly enjoy my crystal Glencairn and am excited to try out your recommendations. Cheers!

@VaryingViewpoint 7 жыл бұрын

Great glass review! My favourite glass for single malt scotch is The Macallan Glass by Lalique.

@welshtoro3256 7 жыл бұрын

Great review. I like mixing up my glasses just for the sake of variety. Don't care for any tumbler style these days though. I like the Spanish sherry copita. It really holds the essence and I can see why master tasters and blenders like it. Maybe for part 2. I still think the Glencairn takes some beating. It takes a bit more liquid and allows a swirl unlike the best of the rest.

@swanandarole 7 жыл бұрын

Very educational. ...thanks....I loved the Aberlour Abunadh batch 54

@zazenh 2 жыл бұрын

I'm fairly new to the appreciation of spirits, and I found your video excellent. Thank you, I think I'm going to go for the Tulip Glasses for their balanced character.

@herrskymarshall 7 жыл бұрын

I bought these 5 ounce miniature brandy glasses by Libbey I really like, bought them to try herradura's reposado, like the glencairn and copita too

@JSnoop31 6 жыл бұрын

Very cool video! Would definitely love to see a Part 2

@LiquorHound 6 жыл бұрын

I finally have all the glassware. Part 2 will be coming up very soon. Thank you and cheers!

@m.andre824 Жыл бұрын

Really great and helpful video. Hoping for a part 2 soon! Here are some of the glasses you might consider adding! 1920s blender's glass NEAT glass Cradle glass Eisch Malt glass Spiegelau Willsberger glass Túath Irish glass Denver & Liely glasses (they have a bunch) Bennuaine glass Lots of great glassware in the market these days but I guess it only matters if it can do something better or offer more than our glencairns

@TheWhiskyHunter 7 жыл бұрын

Great glassware review. I think you know I love my stem and glassware. I totally agree on the Norlan besides it makes me dribble when I drink from it :/

@Matiop9813 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! It would be interesting if you made a video where you compare expensive spirits with cheap counterparts.

@fucious70 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative. I'm getting the Luigi Bormioli. I got enough Glens. Have you ever thought to provide amazon links, I would of clicked it.

@TomCook-jw6ur 6 жыл бұрын

This comparison seems to me to be very fair and this expert is credible. I've seen his review of some liquors which are equally fair and effective--much more so than many of the others.

@davidflockton445 7 жыл бұрын

In part two, could you include the Glencairn mixer glass? Its also known as the Canabian mixer. Thx

@NothingMaster 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent informative video. 👍

@Maltmeister1 7 жыл бұрын

hard for me to break away from the Glencarian and Copita but great review...cheers to the aqua vitae.

@peterwhite507 7 жыл бұрын

March Madness with Whiskey glasses, count me in :) I remember seeing some special glasses you were using some time ago, can't remember but it may have been for a Vodka tasting.

@davidbock201 6 жыл бұрын

Nice video man. I bounce between the Norlan & Glencairn... Liked that you called out how the Norlan can mute things. I thought I was maybe making things up in my head. Cheers my friend.

@Posterharpua 5 жыл бұрын

I just got some Norlan glasses as a gift. Very interesting. I agree, it mutes some aspects and i thought i was crazy when i first tried it. after researching it, im finding im just like most other people.

@TheOriginalRaster 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks!

@occiclean349 4 жыл бұрын

To me, the Bormioli is a cross between the Glencairn and the Copita which is why I bought two almost exactly like it on ebay. For some reason, this Bormioli you reviewed is only available on Amazon in a 6 set for over $80 currently. Odd bc this glass seems to be getting more and more popular right now.

@gman5986 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing presentation and information on spirit glassware. You are like a scientist of spirits and all to do with it! Very much enjoyed your review and will be adding a few glasses to my stable after this video. Thank you much. I do have a related ?? to your Bar collection though. It's mind boggling that you have over 2,400 bottles in your collection. My ? is I understand many spirits degrade over a year or two max so how do you deal with this?? Thank you much. Love your videos.....Cheers!!

@LiquorHound 5 жыл бұрын

In my collection I have many open bottles that I’ve had that way for years, but I minimize oxidation by using a tank setup of a heavy inert gas (argon) to reseal all my bottles after every pour. Now for smaller collections/home bars, I'd recommend using a wine preserver (like "Private Preserve") to help protect the opened bottles. You can buy them from Amazon for about $10 and they say you can get 120 uses out of one. They recommend a 1 sec. spray followed by 3-4 small bursts, but when I was using them I sprayed them heavy (2 seconds long and 3-4 short bursts), so I only got 70-80 good seals per can. The key to using gas is that you do not disturb/move the bottle once it's gassed (which will disrupt the gas layer). Here's an old video of mine where I talked about oxidation and the spray (starts at the 4:22 mark): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jL2JjKqEmd23pIU.html . To see the larger argon tank that I use, here's a video that shows my setup (starts at the 10:18 mark): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rK2ZlpCQyK-ZdoE.html . Cheers!

@gman5986 5 жыл бұрын

@@LiquorHound thats amazing! You truly are the scientist of whiskey. Have you ever thought of distilling yourself. It's your passion and it shows. Thanks for all the great videos and knowledge!....cheers!

@RebMordechaiReviews 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I don't think I'll bother ordering the expensive Norland glass after watching your video. I don't think I will like it. I love the Glencairn but I prefer to use a Glencadam Copita Glass (with dram measurements on the side), for my single malt whisky tastings. It allows you to add a little more water than the other glasses to really experience all the fruits, floral, earthy peat of the whisky. As you say, it really focuses all the flavours. I do like the look of the Luigi Bormioli glass you have next to the Copita.

@luc137 7 жыл бұрын

Belos copos. Interessante o primeiro.

@chrisanza2880 6 күн бұрын

Very helpful.

@ericgilbert8114 7 жыл бұрын

I like to see more of these glass reviews. Most have us have a bad crystal addiction.

@GereDJ2 5 жыл бұрын

Interesting you picked my faves, which are 3, 4 & 6. The Glencarin, Stozel and LB because of the inverted light bulb style. They are best for swirling and nosing. The Riedel is strictly a marketing scam for sales and marketing and looks too much like a wine glass. The inverted light bulb shape allows for vigorous swirling without the content leaping out of the glass, while tending to concentrate the agave bouquet.

@NORWAYORNOWAY 3 жыл бұрын

Riedel does make some funny decisions however their Sommelier "Cognac XO" stem is a beautiful, hand-made equivalent to the Luigi Bormioli -- and sometimes your distinguished spirit deserves top-end crystal (and in the most expressive shape), eh?

@vladtepes9614 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's safe to say that the inverted bulb style is the best for spirits. Just ordered a Túath Irish whiskey glass (similar shape but with a flared rim) and I plan on comparing it to the glencarin and Stozel.

@jerkstore565765 7 жыл бұрын

Good video

@whiskyhouse5802 7 жыл бұрын

Can you do a review of Jim beam distillers masterpiece pc sherry cask?

@robotzombie3546 7 жыл бұрын

I'd like to know if he's tried the Belgium ale tasting glass from Libbey. It's not made for whiskey, but I think it might be a good one. Also what about using a brandy snifter? The Libbey is similar, but more round and small

@LiquorHound 7 жыл бұрын

+Robot Zombie - I haven't tried that specific Libbey glass, but I do use the 3702's occasionally. Cheers!

@Chris_Styles 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to see this video. I am a big fan of the Clase Azul line-up. Have you had the chance of tasting the Clase Azul Anejo? Not the Ultra (black bottle) , but Anejo (white bottle) ?

@LiquorHound 6 жыл бұрын

Sadly, I haven't. I'll see if I can change that soon. Cheers!

@T6767676767676767 7 жыл бұрын

Great vid thanks.........CHEERS

@whodey59 7 жыл бұрын

Love that Stolzle nosing glass but I can only find it online from U.K. seller for over $21.00.

@TheZlantan1926 6 жыл бұрын

amazon.de I just ordered 6 glasses for 20 euro

@tdaveniii 6 жыл бұрын

Do you think the order of tasting changes things?

@jameshainer-violand461 6 жыл бұрын

This video wins right away due to using the amazing, delicious, Clase Azul Reposado.. the Norlan glass makes complex tequilas,mezcals, bourbons, gin's, and single malts smoother to the palate and the nose..and is a huge hit with my friends and is my go to glass for a large class of spirit enjoyment, but they are super delicate and break very easily if accidently dropped in the sink..shitty..but for aromatics I prefer the Luigi.. for my scotch and my reposados..

@bigbadt444e 7 жыл бұрын

you are the man

@MaltMondays 7 жыл бұрын

Copita is very good for extremely light and gentle whiskies but it definitely is too focused on the nose for anything with a little extra strength. The only time I will accept a tumbler is with a VERY smoky whisky when I'm pairing it with steak. Otherwise it's glencairn/the Luigi for me

@nelsonortas818 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome..... thx bro

@LiquorHound 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you and cheers!

@polocash11 4 жыл бұрын

Do you think you would get the same outcome from a cheaper, hotter bourbon?

@5litremania 6 жыл бұрын

I bought the Luigi Bormioli based on your review. Nice glass, but definitely not my favorite. I find the stem much too small, as I like to tilt the glass to its side (almost to parallel with the floor, and rotate) to coat the inside with the spirit for nosing. I also find for some reason that whisky does not bead very well at all on the Bormioli, most likely due to the material used to manufacture the glasses. My favorite glass by far for nosing and tasting whisky is the Spiegelau Whisky Snifter Premium. Tulip shaped with a flared opening (slightly larger opening than a Glencairn) and a large surface area to coat the glass with the spirit for nosing. It is the absolutely perfect glass in every sense of the word for me! I also have their single barrel bourbon glasses which work a real treat for bourbons and even whisky! I recommend you try them out if you haven't already, you will love them! I own 4 of the 7 glasses you featured in this video. Cheers!

@XXXGRAPENUTSXXX 4 жыл бұрын

5litremania thanks for your advice on the Spiegelau premium. I just ordered a set from Amazon!!

@gman5986 5 жыл бұрын

Were you planning to do a Part 2 on this review? I see a new kid on the block.....The Tuath Irish Whiskey Glass and Riedel came out with the Riedel 6416/80 VINUM Whisky Glass

@LiquorHound 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah I need to shoot that second one, but I don’t think i have either of the two you mentioned. Cheers!

@gman5986 5 жыл бұрын

@@LiquorHound Yeah the Tuath is new to the market and looking at the Reidel it just seems like the vapors would just quickly leave the glass. I think I like Stolzle the best but I did order a The NEAT™ Spirit Glassware from barsupplies.com/the-ultimate-neat-glass.html foe $10 to give it a try. The Tuath looks interesting but looks a bit large for modest consumption. keep up the good work....Sla'inte

@glytch5 Жыл бұрын

where are you getting springbank in the USA? I'm jealous! Here in NY I can't even mail order some.

@LiquorHound Жыл бұрын

Well here in Texas they’re starting to disappear also. But up until a 6-9 months ago, they were pretty common on our shelves. Cheers!

@ironmantran Жыл бұрын

nice ! COpita for me - forevermore.

@Canadastrong1 6 жыл бұрын

Nice collection of all, how much do you drink daily from your collection.

@LiquorHound 6 жыл бұрын

Not much when I’m not working (in spirits) or socializing. Of course I work/socialize 1-2 times a week and then it adds up. Cheers!

@mrhamer52 2 жыл бұрын

Have you done a video on the agave glass?

@LiquorHound 2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t, sorry. If I can get hold of one, maybe I will. Cheers!

@jimburley2671 6 жыл бұрын

I like a Copita, but mine have a necked in shape like a Glencairn.

@900nrg 2 жыл бұрын

hmm glencairn is not that good or maybe my version of it .I find sherry copita(viticole sherry glass) to deliver better the smells for my nose at least. anyway great video.

@oldfarmshow 2 жыл бұрын

👍

@MrAaaaaaaaa9 4 жыл бұрын

It’s 100 and up any where you go now. The plata is 60-90ish

@jaffuentebella8338 2 жыл бұрын

Can stolzle be used for bourbons, too?

@LiquorHound 2 жыл бұрын

It can, but might wash out a low proofer - so stick to 90 proof and above with that glass. Cheers!

@mpharr2 6 жыл бұрын

Why not include a close-up of each glassware?

@ARCSTREAMS 4 жыл бұрын

are you saying the glencairn is not made in scotland? official ones are no?

@LiquorHound 4 жыл бұрын

Well that may have been where they started, but now they contract Stolzle in Germany to make the majority of their “official” glasses. Cheers!

@ARCSTREAMS 4 жыл бұрын

@@LiquorHound ok so even though it has the official box it came in and the name etched on the bottom its made in germany?

@LiquorHound 4 жыл бұрын

Yes that's correct. You can find them on their website and they'll come in the original box with the etched logo on the bottom of the glass. Cheers! www.stoelzle-lausitz.com/en/355-00-31-glencairn-glass

@elvisfreshly5977 3 жыл бұрын

When we getting Part 2 thoo?

@LiquorHound 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah unfortunately that kept getting pushed back, but hopefully I can work on that again soon. Cheers!

@garys9718 5 жыл бұрын

Just drink the stuff would ya, lol, seriously good knowledge of the types of glasses,

@madmax1436 7 жыл бұрын

video lacks Spiegelau Willsberger Anniversary, and spiegelau authentis digestive type

@jeffmitchell72 6 жыл бұрын

I've been looking @ the Spiegelau Willsberger but haven't pulled the trigger yet. Thought that was what the Stozle was at first. Have you done the Spiegelau Willsberger next to any of these glasses in the review and share some thoughts?

@degmar 7 жыл бұрын

You used to use a very different glass - haven't seen it in a while - like in this video - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f-CgqrOlvsDOYWQ.html. What was that one called?

@tonydavis1107 7 жыл бұрын

Jewel of Russia ultra

@LiquorHound 7 жыл бұрын

+Tony Davis - It's delicious! ;-) Cheers!

@flare0080 6 жыл бұрын

What glass should I use if I don't like to drink alcohol?

@XXXGRAPENUTSXXX 4 жыл бұрын

Flare0080 use a paper cup

@dziadziole8507 3 жыл бұрын

Norlan glass is made in CZECH REPUBLIC - Europe

@elvisfreshly5977 3 жыл бұрын

You forgot to nose it straight outta the bottle.. lol

@condradgaute7163 2 жыл бұрын

Seems that you don't concider how one loses up to 60% of your smell after the first 3-4 deep sniffs. Everything after that, you really lose a lot of the, aromas of higher proof spirits.

@LiquorHound 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe, but that’s why you don’t take deep sniffs of high proof alcohols. Longer light pulls with parted lips (splitting the inhalation between the two) has been getting it done for me for the last 26 years. That method also comes in handy when I’m doing barrel maturation checks of 40-60 barrels. Now you can’t do that everyday, but once a week is doable. Thank you for the comment and cheers!