September 03, 2024
best tumbler glass
My research process involved exploring various threads on Reddit, where users discussed their favorite tumbler glasses and shared their experiences. I found that these discussions were highly pertinent to the query, as they covered various aspects such as durability, material, comfort in use, and overall user satisfaction. However, the consensus varied as different users had different preferences and needs, leading to a wide range of recommendations. Given these diverse opinions, the certainty of the recommendations is not absolute, yet the insights they provide into diverse tumbler options are valuable.
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Duralex Glasses
"I'd recommend a set of Duralex glasses. They're made of tough tempered glass and can be used for boiling hot as well as cold liquids and they look great."
"We've been through a few brands so far but the Duralex glasses I found recommended here have been the most durable. They're quite chunky but have held up really well."
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"Best type of Whiskey Glass?"
- A reddit user asked for recommendations on the best type of glass for whiskey, expressing interest in the James Bentley Whiskey Glass.
- Another user recommended the Glencairn glass as the best option which is designed for whiskey and used in competitions.
- Some users prefer to drink their whiskey using the Yeti tumbler, famous for being a perfect vessel for drinking while outdoors.
- Users also describe the Kentucky Bourbon Trail glass as a great alternative to the Glencairn glass because it allows for a less-concentrated nose.
- A few users mention preferring a heavy rocks or small rocks glass for more relaxed drinking rather than Glencairn glasses as it is too delicate and pretentious.
- Other users mentioned glasses like Cognac snifter and Diplomatico rums Anjo rum glass as an enjoyable alternative for drinking whiskey over fresh snowflakes or ice.
- Lastly, a user recommended using the Norlan whisky for the enhancement of nosing while enjoying a whiskey.
- The same user also mentioned using Turkish Tea Glass for drinking whiskey instead of Glencairn glass while stressing the ergonomic benefits of the former over the latter.
- Users’ preference of glasses depended on their daily pour, preference for noise, and type of whiskey being consumed, such as bottom shelf or top shelf whiskey.
- A few users commented on how different the whiskey tasted in different glasses.
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- Duralex glasses were suggested as they are made of tough tempered glass and can be used for hot and cold liquids. Several users reported owning a set of these glasses for many years and find the quality to be exceptional.
- Spiegelau Lager glasses were recommended as they are made of thin crystal glass, making it nicer to drink from. However, they can be fragile and may not last forever.
- Tervis tumblers were suggested as they are double-walled polycarbonate and can insulate drinks, but some users reported issues with the polycarbonate cracking after a few years.
- Anchor Hocking Pint Glasses were recommended as durable and are made with better quality, built to withstand abuse in restaurants and bars. Many users endorsed these as a good and lasting choice.
- Libbey Duratuff glasses were suggested as great and difficult to break, with many sizes available.
- Several users recommended pint glasses as a good option. Ordinary pint glasses were mentioned to be stackable, and commercial pint glasses were praised for being built for safety with tempered glass.
- Picardie Duralex glasses were mentioned to be pleasant to drink from and still look great even after 15 years. Other users suggested using working glasses or beakers as drinking glasses, and some voiced their love for Mason jars.
- Polycarbonate glasses, while strong, can crack after a few years.
- Glass can be a difficult choice when looking for longevity as it is easy to break and requires careful handling. Some users suggested looking for restaurant-grade glasses as they are built to be durable.
- Some users mentioned the importance of finding suppliers in their area or online.
- Several users commented on their own experiences or joked about their clumsiness or past drunken mistakes.
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"New to scotch, any tumbler glass recommendations?"
- A user asked for recommendations for a tumbler glass for scotch.
- Many users suggested using a Glencairn glass for whisky.
- Users suggest not using rocks to chill whisky.
- Most users recommend drinking whisky at room temperature for the best experience.
- Users suggest investing in a glencairn or copita glass for analysis, as it helps to pick out the subtleties of strong spirits.
- Straight-walled glasses do not work well for intense analysis.
- Common glasses for regular consumption include single or double old-fashioned glasses.
- Recommendations to try oddball rocks glasses and tumblers from second-hand stores.
- Some users recommend stemless heavy base wine glasses.
- Plastic cups are not recommended due to imparting a plastic smell.
- Glencairn glasses without a stem/base are also suggested.
- Canadian Whiskey glass is a glencairn without the stem/base.
- A user suggested chilling whisky in the glass if the whisky and the house are too warm.
- Glencairns and copita glasses recommended for first-timers with whisky.
- Nosing glasses are beneficial to pick out subtleties of the drink.
- Chilling whisky numbs the tongue and hurts the drink.
"Which whiskey glasses are of the highest quality?"
- One user shared their preference of whiskey glasses and asked for other’s opinions on glassware material and tumbler recommendations
- Several reddit users shared their favorite types of whiskey glasses and preferences
- Waterford Lismore double old-fashioned glasses were recommended by one user who thought they were the best glasses they have ever used
- Another user preferred glasses shaped to maximize aroma and taste, such as Glencairn or Tuath glass
- One user preferred leaded crystal for sturdiness and beauty, and another user preferred lead-free crystal for normal whiskey glasses
- For high proof whiskey, some users recommended drinking without ice with a rocks glass or Eisch Jeunesse Single Malt glasses
- Some users preferred 1920’s Blender Glasses for older or more subtle drams.
- One user drank from silver beakers because of the experience it offered
- Two users found their official Glencairns and a corkcicle ice wedge glass at Goodwill and were trying out the latter
- Bed bath and beyond offered a 20% coupon on the Waterford Lismore double old-fashioned glasses
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"Best glassware for drinking water, soda, etc.?"
- Discussion on best quality glassware for soda, water, milk, juice.
- Anchor Hocking glasses are mentioned as a durable option that can easily be found at thrift stores.
- Luminarc Working Glasses are also recommended for their durability and beefiness.
- Duralex Picardie tempered glassware is said to have survived multiple drops without chipping.
- Lead-free glassware is recommended as a safer option.
- Czech and Russian crystal makers like Neman Glassworks and Bohemia Crystal Glassworks are suggested as potentially good options, but there is a debate about exposure to lead leaching into beverages.
- One redditor recommends 20 oz Anchor Hocking beer mugs as their preferred daily glassware choice.
- Advice to consider intended use and personal preferences when selecting glassware - bigger, handle, easy to clean.
- Wenstaurant and KaTom’s glassware selections are suggested as other commercial glassware options.
- It is mentioned that Duralex may be going out of business soon.
- Lead glass leaches lead into food or drinks and has well-known effects on the human body.
- Drinking from lead glassware contributes a maximum of 14.5 µg of lead per beverage, which could exceed the allowable daily intake from the FDA.
- The FDA states allowable lead intake as 3 µg per day for children and 12.5 µg per day for adults.
- Lead-free crystal glassware is suggested as a potential good alternative.
- Exposures to lead from glassware add up in the body over time.
- Some redditors say that they have not experienced any ill effects from using lead crystal glassware for years and do not think enough lead leaches into drinks to be a concern.
- Others caution against recommending beverageware that contains 18-40% lead as it could unnecessarily add a toxic heavy metal to the body.
- Discussion on how lead glassware is more of a problem if storing alcohol or other liquids in them versus drinking from them directly and not leaving liquids in them for an extended period.
- Personal use cases are shared and what works for some may not work for others.
- Two users share sources on lead exposure and lead poisoning from glassware.
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"So can anybody recommend unbreakable or less-breakable drink glasses?
I got so much fauna with long tails in my house that glasses keep breaking almost as soon as they arrive.. anybody know any sort of glass that doesnt break easily ?
Thanks"
- A user asks for recommendations on unbreakable or less-breakable drink glasses due to fauna with long tails breaking glasses frequently.
- General consensus is to buy tempered pint glasses commonly used in restaurants, either by requesting them from the restaurant supply shop or a chef friend.
- Duralex glasses are recommended for their durability and thinner glass.
- Mason jars are also suggested due to their sturdiness and low cost.
- Some users recommend using plastic tumblers as a solution to broken glass.
- A user recommends double-walled thermoglass cups from Bodum, while another user notes they are prone to breaking.
- Spaghetti sauce jars are suggested as they’re heat-treated and thick, and can be used for re-purposing if broken.
- A user recommends plastic cups from Coca-Cola as indestructible and versatile.
- Some users share personal experiences of drinking out of Picardie tumblers, a vintage French tempered glass, that are sturdy and don’t easily break.
- It is suggested to search for a local restaurant supply store for a variety of unbreakable glassware options.
- Several users share humorous comments and recommendations such as using bladders from pets or olden day sheep/cow bladders to hold water.
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"Stainless Steel Drinking Glasses - I will never go back"
- Users in the transcript discuss their experiences with different materials affecting the taste of drinks and food.
- Specifically, they talk about how metal affects the taste of water and prune juice for some people, particularly those with more acute senses of taste.
- They also discuss alternatives to metal drinking glasses, including insulated glasses made of stainless steel.
- The users provide specific brand name examples such as Kleen Kanteen, Toak, Snow Peak, Boundless Voyage, and Tentock.
- Some users also bring up ceramic knives as an alternative to metal ones for food preparation, as they may also alter the flavor of food.
- There is a brief discussion of the best way to cut lettuce for maximum flavor, which may be by hand rather than with a knife.
- Overall, the users in this transcript value high-quality, long-lasting products that won’t degrade the flavor of their food and drinks.
- They also appreciate products that can stand up to regular use without breaking or sustaining damage.
- Users are generally enthusiastic to recommend specific brands or products they’ve had positive experiences with.
- A few users also cite interesting resources about the science of flavor perception, including a podcast called Gastropod that discusses how metals affect flavor.
- There is also some playful banter among the users about the merits of different utensils and drinkware materials.
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