The tumbler didn't do anything for the taste. In fact I could barely smell anything out of it. The only glass that affected the taste was the Ridel knock-off, that seemed to push the whiskey on to the back of the tongue. Since different parts of the tongue pick up different flavours, it makes sense that this might alter how the dram tastes when compared to other glasses. However, this glass did nothing for the nose.
The Brandy snifter, Glencairn, and the wine tasting glass all enhanced the nose. The wine tasting glass was the most powerful, giving a burning sensation in my nose. This glass was the best when the whisky was watered, the notes coming through loud and clear.
I'd have to say that my favourite was the Glencairn glass in that it concentrated the nose (but not too much), and it was easy to swirl the whisky. The only other consideration for me is to decide if you want your hand to warm up the bottom of the glass. Doing so probably changes some of the notes - whether this is for the better is probably an individual decision.
I'd be curious to hear what others use, or if it's even a concern!
Cheers
Frodo
What's the bloody point??! It's a bit like showing a 3-D movie, but not giving the viewers the special red and blue glasses!
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..incredible value for the money though, a pair ran me 20$CAN which is a steal as opposed to anything else available in local stores.
