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Best whisky tumblers 2020: From traditional glasses to modern designs

The best whisky tumblers around - whatever your price bracket

Best whisky tumblers 2020: From traditional glasses to modern designs
Danielle de Wolfe
24 January 2020

When it comes to savouring whisky, finding the right bottle is only half the battle. After all, what’s a delicately flavoured dram without the best whisky tumbler to enjoy it in?

The thing is, with so many shapes, sizes and cuts to choose from, the search for the perfect whisky tumbler can be an arduous one - which is why Shortlist has stepped in to do the legwork for you.


We’ve attempted to span all manner of budgets, from delightfully cheap tumblers to pewter and cut crystal offerings. Whatever you’re after, we’ve got an offering to suit.


So without further ado, discover the best whisky tumblers around - and remember to up and down vote your favourites.


Want some whiskey to go with that? Discover our pick of the best whiskey 2020.


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1. The Glencairn Official Whisky Cut Crystal Glasses (Set of 2)

£50.00
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If sophisticated heritage is what you’re after when it comes to a whiskey glass, this beautiful cut crystal offering from Glencairn might be your idea of perfection. With an illustrious history when it comes to whiskey, this twin set will make you look like a true whiskey connoisseur.

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2. ​Norlan Rauk Heavy Whisky Tumbler

£48.00
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If edgy, angular design is more your thing, why not take a look at this Norlan Rauk tumbler. With a name derived from the Scottish term for rock, this glass avoids the traditional cut crystal route and is instead created by pressing molten crystal into complex moulds.

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3. ​Livivo On The Rocks Whiskey Glass

2 for £13.99
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If you’re after edgy design (quite literally) and enjoy your whiskey ice cold - or at least drinking from something resembling an ice cube - then this Livivo On The Rocks whiskey glass is for you. It’s minimalist, has an impressively low price tag, and makes you look incredibly chilled. Pun definitely intended.

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4. ​Riedel Barware Louis Whisky tumbler

2 for £25.00
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If you’re searching for subtle, stylish glassware that’s ideal for a casual whiskey or three, this Riedel Louis Whiskey tumbler is the ideal Art Nouveau inspired addition to your glass cabinet. Available as a pack of two, this is a simple and elegant offering (oh, and it’s dishwasher safe, because that’s important too).

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5. ​​Dartington Crystal Personalised Exmoor Old Fashioned Whisky Glass

£35.00
View now at John Lewis

If minimalism is the name of the game, this delightful glass might just be what you’ve been looking for - there’s even a mouth blown bubble in the base incase that’s the sort of thing that sways you. Lightweight and incredibly attractive, this is definitely an affordable yet aesthetically pleasing option.

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6. ​Nude Glass Chill Marble & Glass Whisky Tumbler Glass

£60.00
View now on John Lewis

If you’re looking for a tumbler that’s just that little bit different, look no further than this Nude Glass Chill Whisky tumbler that incorporates some pretty impressive marble detailing. It’s as eye-catching as it is simplistic - and if we’re honest, we’d really like to get our hands on one.

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7. ​English Pewter Company Stags Head Whiskey Glass

2 for £51.00
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Handmade in Sheffield, these distinctive pewter tumblers feature an elegant stags head on the front - after all, no nightcap would be complete without a nod to your whiskey’s (potentially) Scottish roots. They’re also a great way to impress your friends.

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