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A brass-pince-nez-wearing bearded-dragon Gentleman Mechanist compares a stoppered glass decanter with an original whiskey bottle and a modest tasting pour.

Whiskey · Explainer

When Does a Whiskey Decanter Help?

Decide whether a whiskey decanter improves serving enough to justify its closure, cleaning, and storage tradeoffs.

A brass-goggled bearded-dragon Gentleman Mechanist considers a faceted rocks glass, tulip-shaped tasting glass, and straight-sided tumbler on a workshop counter.

Whiskey · Comparison

A Whiskey Glass Should Match the Question You Are Asking

Choose a whiskey glass by whether you want to assess aroma, add ice and water, or simply enjoy a comfortable casual pour.

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A bearded-dragon Workshop Engineer packs a ceramic cup and clear glass into padded sleeves in an open hard-shell suitcase.

Gear · Buying Guide

How To Bring Home Japanese Drinkware Without Turning Your Suitcase Into a Box of Shards

Bring home Japanese glassware and ceramics with better judgment by choosing useful pieces, planning the packing system before purchase, and knowing when shipping or skipping is the safer choice.

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