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Best Whiskey Glasses on Amazon
Marquis by Waterford Markham Double Old-Fashioned Glasses
Best Whiskey Glasses on Amazon
Marquis by Waterford Markham Double Old-Fashioned Glasses
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Pros
- Classic look
- Great price
Cons
- Waterford's cheaper line, crystal isn't as high-quality
We commend you on a classic choice. Waterford looked good in 1790, and it'll look good in 2090, with its Marquis line offering more affordable crystal. The style suits those who won't touch a whiskey bottle unless it breaks the $60 barrier.
Best All-Around Whiskey Glasses
Soho Home Barwell Cut Crystal Rocks Glass, Set of Four
Best All-Around Whiskey Glasses
Soho Home Barwell Cut Crystal Rocks Glass, Set of Four
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Pros
- Beautiful look
- Really high-quality crystal
Cons
- Pricey
Compared to the Waterford glasses, we've got Soho Home, a relatively new retail off shoot of the famous members hotel. The design on these glasses, is a bit more modern, and the crystal feels a lot more luxury. Worth the price tag, in our opinion.
Best Non-Traditional Rocks Glasses
Clayton & Crume Two Rocks Glasses
Best Non-Traditional Rocks Glasses
Clayton & Crume Two Rocks Glasses
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Pros
- The leather finishes give them a unique look
I've been really obsessed with Clayton & Crume's barware recently. The leather finishings make everything less formal, less fussy, but the look is as good as anything else on this list. They're the perfect accompaniment to a casual weeknight drink, or they're a great red solo cup replacement.
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Best Old-Fashioned Old Fashioned Glasses
Ralph Lauren Home Hudson Plaid Old-Fashioned Set
Best Old-Fashioned Old Fashioned Glasses
Ralph Lauren Home Hudson Plaid Old-Fashioned Set
Pros
- Classic Americana look
- Incredible weight to them, feel great in-hand
Cons
- Pricey
Nobody does American luxury like Ralph Lauren, and Ralph Lauren Home is the biggest testament to that. There's a bunch of different barware sets, but for rocks glasses and all the mixed drinks that typically go in them, we love the Hudson plaid look. It's just such a classic look.
Best Modern Whiskey Glasses
CB2 Marta Ombre Amber Double Old-Fashioned Glass
Best Modern Whiskey Glasses
CB2 Marta Ombre Amber Double Old-Fashioned Glass
Pros
- Beautiful color, which really complements the shape
- Great price
Cons
- A bit modern for some tastes
If you want to swing in the other direction with something sleek and modern, it's gotta be CB2. While we love a lot of the brand's wares, the Duval Old-Fashioned glasses are an absolute fucking standout. The sleek and modern shape is honestly fine, nothing we would write home about. It's the color that makes these glasses. The deep ombre on the glass looks so, so handsome.
Most Creative Whiskey Glasses
Whiskey Peaks The Rockies Glasses
Most Creative Whiskey Glasses
Whiskey Peaks The Rockies Glasses
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Pros
- A really fun look
- Different collections showcase different mountain ranges
Cons
- A little cheap feeling in-hand
In the bottom of each of these glasses is the blown-glass terrain of a mountain you know; the Rockies are pictured here, but the collection extends to other American peaks (like the Grand Tetons) as well as those around the world (like Mt. Fuji). It's enough that a drink will make you dream of opening a distillery where topography touches the sky.
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Best Double-Walled Whiskey Glasses
Norlan Glass The Norlan Whiskey Glasses
Best Double-Walled Whiskey Glasses
Norlan Glass The Norlan Whiskey Glasses
Pros
- Brings out the full potential of your drink
- High-quality glass
- Not a bad price, all things considered
Cons
- A bit ugly, a more functional design
Now what the hell is wrong with that glass? It's form over function, dumbass. Bespoke Post—one of our favorite spots for finding new small brands—introduced us to Norlan's uniquely striking double-walled glasses. The design serves to aerate the whiskey, enhancing each sip. Perfect for those that enjoy their whiskey neat.
Best No-Frills Whiskey Glasses
Luigi Bormioli Top Class Glasses (Six Count)
Best No-Frills Whiskey Glasses
Luigi Bormioli Top Class Glasses (Six Count)
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Pros
- Minimal, contemporary look
- Great price
Cons
- Some might want a more traditional design
Opposite of a double wall glass, this Italian glassware is so thin and light (but strong) you hardly know you're holding it. It'll lend some levity to the drinking of whiskey.
Most Unique Whiskey Glasses
Riedel Rock Glass Drink Specific Glassware
Most Unique Whiskey Glasses
Riedel Rock Glass Drink Specific Glassware
Pros
- Classic look
- High quality crystal
Cons
- Other options have a nicer weight to them
Riedel glassware is a classic, but sometimes that can lean into feeling a bit stuffy. These glasses however, bring out the old in the best way. The art nouveau lines inspired by architecture and art from the turn of the (last) century. Plus, this specific set was made to serve seven classic cocktails: The Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Daiquiri, Sour, Peasant, Buck, and Julep.
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Best Luxury Whiskey Glasses
BACCARAT Harmonie Double Old-Fashioned Tumblers
Best Luxury Whiskey Glasses
BACCARAT Harmonie Double Old-Fashioned Tumblers
Pros
- The best quality on this list
- Simple, elegant design
Cons
- Pricey
Baccarat makes crystal for those with impeccable taste in all things, drinks and otherwise. Need we say more?
Best Outdoor Whiskey Glasses
YETI 10 oz Stackable Lowball
Best Outdoor Whiskey Glasses
YETI 10 oz Stackable Lowball
Pros
- Walled stainless steel is great at maintaining temperature
- Great color selection, customizable
Cons
- Don't look too fancy
Whether you're sipping cask-strength or mixing with bottom shelf, YETI's lowball is the best vessel for drinking outdoors, poolside, or anywhere you might need something a bit tougher. The walled stainless steel will hold temperature for hours, and the coated finishes don't look too bad either. You might even start using them indoors!
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