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Old Jan 15, 2007 | 12:06 pm
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Originally Posted by number_6
Re. the scotch glass, I don't think it is especially good, I think the cognac glass is actually better for scotch. The brandy glass I use and like is the Sommelier cognac glass (bulging tulip shape, the bowl actually is quite nice for swirling). I have found that from a taste standpoint the Riedel Sommelier series is better than anything else, including the other Riedel glasses (some are more for show than tasting).
OK, the VSOP or XO glass. I suppose you will say it depends on the quality of scotch/brandy/cognac.

So I am leaning towards the Burgundy Cru. Stores in my area do not believe the $50 price ever existed and claim that even the $75 online price is below their cost since the wine glasses (so they say) are actually regulated by the Washington State Liquor Control Board.
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