![]() Marked by a solid base and short sides - ideal for holding around 6-8 ounces of liquid - this type of glass is probably the most recognizable of the three. Tumbler: This type of glass is known by many names - including rocks, old-fashioned, and lowball - but they all refer to the same basic shape. The benefit to these is that they allow you to hold your glass in a way that keeps your body heat from warming up your drink and it makes it much less likely for the oils in your hand to contaminate the beverage, as you will likely not accidentally touch the rim of the glass. ![]() Traditionally, snifters have a stout stem or no stem at all, whereas tulip glasses tend to have longer stems. ![]() Tulip: Tulip glasses are remarkably similar to snifters save for one defining difference: their stem. That is to say, they’re designed to let whisky breathe and develop its bouquet as you sip. ![]() There are a number of variations on this type of glass - including both the Glencairn and NEAT varieties - but they all serve the same basic function. Snifter: This type of glass is characterized by a wide bottom and a slimmer top/opening. For reference, we’ve outlined the three most popular glass shapes and their purposes below: We can’t tell you which glasses are right for you but pay attention to the smaller details, the purpose of their design, and your own personal tastes and you might just realize that a glass isn’t just a glass - it’s an integral part of what makes a drink worth drinking. Pick the right one and it can elevate the whole experience. Pick the wrong glass and your drinking endeavor might suffer for a litany of reasons. In fact, there’s actual definable science behind some of it - like glasses shaped to open up the bouquet of a single malt scotch, those that eliminate the harshness of ethanol evaporating from a spirit, and even ones made to keep the oils on your skin from contaminating your liquor of choice. And each part makes a difference in said experience, including the heft of the glass in your hand, the appearance of the spirit sloshing about, the aromas the drink elicits, the evolving flavors from the moment the drink hits your lips until you swallow it, and - of course - that warm and fuzzy feeling of cultivating the perfect buzz.īelieve it or not, the glassware you choose can make a pretty tremendous difference in all of that. In fact, it’s a complete sensory experience. But a seasoned imbiber understands that having a stiff drink is much more than just a means of getting tipsy. Thanks for your understanding.To the layman, a glass is a glass is a glass. Please click on the "about Me" link next to my user ID to read more about upcoming auctions I have planned for Ebay! Washington State residents are required to pay sales tax, as the tax rate keeps going up, now at 8.5%, unless you furnish me with a valid WA UBI Resale number. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as ‘gifts’ as US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS - Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED on all my items, full money back including postage if item not as described and pictured. If you are finished bidding in the auction and have won this lot, please click on the "Request Total" button at the top and I will send you an invoice as soon as I can, otherwise I will send you a full ebay invoice at the close of my auctions. TERMS OF SALE - Winning bidder to pay with PAY PAL. This protects both the buyer and seller from any hard feelings or loss due to Post Office mishandling. INSURANCE IS MANDATORY on all items that sell for more than $20 in this auction. All items shipped via United States Postal Service unless you have some very special circumstances that do not allow this. I DO COMBINE on shipping and will ship several lots in one box to keep postage costs down. More if shipped outside the United States. POSTAGE - Please add $6.80 for priority postage to anyw in the USA. CONDITION - This old bottle is in very good shape, no chips, cracks or dings and clean glass. Please see my seller's list for more great items, thank you! DESCRIPTION - You are bidding on an old and authentic purple glass handblown SUNSET WINE HOUSE "Olympian style" whiskey flask, from EVERETT, WASH.
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