15 Best Bourbon Glasses That Are Just Better To Drink From

by Libation Staff | Last Updated: December 11, 2021

Kentucky and Tennessee keep a careful watch on their bourbons and as such, bourbon has become one of America’s favorite and most respected whiskies. The question I often receive about bourbon, and the other whiskies, is about how to drink it. 

No, not about if it should be enjoyed chilled or room temperature, or if it is better straight or in a mixed drink. 

Many people wonder if bourbon should be consumed from a special glass, or will any old glass do? There are many bourbon glasses on the market and people wonder if they are legit, or just another gimmick.

I won’t be the one to tell you that you must drink whiskey from a special cup. Hell, drink it straight from the bottle if that’s your thing!

However, just like eating, we drink with our eyes first. So, seeing the beauty that is bourbon before it’s even touched our lips goes a long way in stimulating our brains. If you’ve poured that whiskey into a glass that has a wide mouth, well, you’re releasing many aromas that will also please the brain during the entire bourbon drinking experience. 

Yes, there are definitely gimmicky bourbon glasses out there. So, before you get lost in the trenches of the thousands of bourbon glasses on the market, consider a few of these best bourbon glasses

Top 15 Bourbon Glasses

Bourbon glasses come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. The best bourbon glass for you will obviously be a personal choice, however if you’re not sure where to start, this list will help. Here are the top 15 bourbon glasses I’ve found.

Not only will your bourbon taste delicious, but it will also look just as beautiful.

The cigar glass allows you to have your glass of bourbon and has a little cigar-rest on the outside of the glass. Think of it as a shelf for your cigar. Nothing like killing two birds with one stone!

Conclusion

Truth be told, you can drink your bourbon, whiskey, or Scotch out of anything–be it straight from the bottle or a red Solo cup. But, if you are a drinker of some sophistication, you will likely want something a little more substantial. 

Bourbon is a special drink and to really give it its dues, you’ll want a glass to showcase it and all its gloriousness. These 15 bourbon glasses are among the best that I’ve found and I would definitely recommend them to any bourbon drinker out there.