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Norlan
Whisky Glass

Tasting glass for whisky (whiskey), bourbon, and scotch

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$34.00

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Color: Vaild (Black)

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Description

The Norlan Whisky Glass, including the distinctive Vaild (Black) Edition, was designed to enhance every aspect of whisky (or whiskey) enjoyment—whether you're savoring Scotch, Bourbon, Rye, Canadian, or Japanese whisky. Our innovative glass captures and elevates whisky's complex flavors and aromatics, delivering a sensory experience like no other.

First conceptualized in 2015 by co-founder Sruli Recht and later refined by renowned master distiller Jim McEwan on Scotland’s Isle of Islay, the Norlan Whisky Glass has become a favorite among whisky enthusiasts. Nearly half a million glasses have been sold worldwide, consistently ranking among the best whisky glasses in customer reviews and surveys.

Handcrafted from lightweight borosilicate glass, the glass combines a scientifically optimized interior with an elegant exterior. In the Vaild (Black) Edition, the blind nosing glass surprises with a unique interior that reflects and amplifies the whisky’s color due to the double-walled design, offering a striking contrast to the rich, dark exterior. This creates a dynamic visual experience, complementing your whisky's aromas and flavors.

Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or just starting your whisky journey, the Norlan Whisky Glass is the ultimate vessel for appreciating fine spirits or gifting the whisky lover in your life.

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Reviews

These whiskey glasses are absolutely beautiful! A great buy

Not yet received

Sadly they have not arrived due to the Canada Post strike.

Hoping to have them for my husband by our 15 year anniversary in a few weeks.

They are a Xmas present. I'll let you know when we try them out

Excellent service

I’ll be gifting the whisky glasses to my son-in-law for Christmas so they haven’t been tried yet, but delivery was incredibly impressive - they arrived almost before I pressed ‘send’ on the order. Rest of the world, please take note!

Awards

Norlan Whisky Glass - Original

Logos for the German Design Award 2020, A Design Award 2019, IDA Design Award 2018, and European Product Design Award. All awarded to the Norlan Whisky Glass.

Norlan Whisky Glass - Vaild (Black)

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The Vaild black edition of the Norlan Whisky Glass viewed directly from above with a light golden whiskey inside and the inner protrusions of the glass highlighted to show this unique attribute of the design by Sruli Recht.

Whisky. Reflected.

A cloaked exterior hides a visual surprise. The glow of your whisky within.

WHISKY. ENHANCED.

A SPECIALLY DESIGNED INTERIOR SERVES TO ELIMINATE ETHANOL BURN AND DELIVER AROMAS BETTER THAN ANY OTHER GLASS.

WHISKY. ELEVATED.

A UNIQUE, LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN FEATURING DOUBLE-WALLED BOROSILICATE GLASS.

A WHISKY GLASS THAT DELIVERS

ETHANOL

AROMATICS

WHISKY AERATION

Special protrusion forms inside our tasting glass create wave-like movements in the liquid when it is swirled within the bowl. This helps to release the ethanol within the spirit, allowing the scents to become more present when nosing, which in turn improves the flavor when drinking.

ADVANTAGES OVER OTHER GLASSES

COPITAS

Tulip shaped nosing glasses, with their narrowed rim, often concentrate the shape of the vapor in such a way that they tightly focus it, causing the ethanol to punch into the eyes and nose, and concealing the aromas.

TUMBLERS

A cool social glass, the wide opening of a tumbler (or rocks glass) diffuses the aromas of the spirit too widely, fading and flattening them out. This results in a diminished nosing and tasting experience.

HOW TO USE OUR WHISKY GLASS

Think of the Norlan Whisky Glass as a finely calibrated tool, designed to get the most out of your whisky and give you an unrivaled drinking experience. While there’s no one way to enjoy whisky, this vessel was developed as a neat glass, meaning the spirit should be tasted without the addition of ice cubes. The primary reason for this is that ice will cool the fluid and diminish the presence of aromas. (For whisky on the rocks, we've got the perfect tumbler.)

This is a compact glass, but by no means diminutive. Its size is based on providing the optimal space for a traditional pour to be swirled within the inner volume. This is anywhere from 0.7 to 1.4 ounces of spirit. Pour no higher than the top of the inner protrusions and you’ll get the most out of your dram.

After pouring the real fun begins. To get those myriad aroma molecules unlocked, you'll want to give your glass a good swirl to get the whisky moving inside. From there, you can smell and taste your pour as you see fit. We won't drill down into the details of "proper" nosing and tasting here, but chiefly, we recommend you take your time and savor every sip of that liquid gold.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

USE, CARE & MORE

Can I use ice or whisky stones?

The Norlan Whisky Glass was designed to improve the aroma and taste of whisky enjoyed neat. We do not recommend using ice or whisky stones in the glass and caution that they can cause harm to the glass.

Can the glass be stored in the freezer?

We do not recommend storing the glass in the freezer because of the risk of thermal shock.

Please also note that the glass should not be placed in a microwave or oven.

Is the glass dishwasher safe?

We recommend you always hand wash and dry your glasses with a non-abrasive cloth to ensure their longevity.

Can the glass be engraved?

While we do not offer engraving services, any engraving specialist should be more than happy to work on these glasses.

Note: The black edition of the Norlan Whisky Glass is coated in a matte black lacquer. Engraving the exterior will remove this finish.

Does the glass have a gold rim?

No. That color you see on the rim is the brilliant whisky contained within. It's a great effect.

Is the new black edition identical to the original?

The new black edition of the Norlan Whisky Glass has a slightly difference surface than the original. If you are ordering to match your original set of glasses, kindly note that there will be a very minor difference in tone and feel.

Can the glass be used for other spirits?

While the Norlan Whisky Glass was developed for the appreciation of whisky, we’ve found that it performs equally well for any spirit containing a high ABV where nosing is an important aspect of the drinking experience.

How is the glass packaged?

The Norlan Whisky Glass is sold individually and comes packed in a luxurious black cardboard box with printed sleeve. A microfiber polishing cloth is also included.

Compare Norlan Drinkware

Title	Material	Weight	Capacity	Ice	Intended use
Norlan Whisky Glass	Double-walled borosilicate glass	~ 4.4 oz	~ 5.9 fl oz	✕	Nosing & tasting
Rauk Heavy Tumbler 350 ml	Machine-pressed non-leaded crystal	~ 1.8 lb	11.8 fl oz	✓	On the rocks & craft cocktails
Rauk Heavy Tumbler 250 ml	Machine-pressed non-leaded crystal	~ 1.1 lb	8.5 fl oz	✓	On the rocks & craft cocktails
Norlan Steel Tumbler	Double-walled stainless steel	~ 4.4 oz	~ 5.9 fl oz	✓	Outdoor enjoyment
Vawe Highball Glass	Machine-pressed non-leaded crystal	~ 1.6 lb	~ 10.1 fl oz	✓	Whisky sodas & mixers