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Norlan
Whisky Glass, VAILD (Black) Edition

Matte black, double-walled nosing glass engineered for immersive whisky tasting. Includes microfiber polishing cloth.

Conceived as a blind nosing glass, the VAILD Edition guides a refined sensory journey through the layered aroma and taste of whisky — enveloped in a matte jet-black finish.

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Color: Vaild (Black)

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Description

The VAILD Edition of the Norlan Whisky Glass is a blind nosing glass designed to focus your senses and deepen your appreciation of every pour — whether it's Scotch, Bourbon, Rye, or Japanese whisky. Its matte black exterior visually obscures the contents from the side, guiding your attention toward aroma, mouthfeel, and taste.

Conceived by Norlan co-founder Sruli Recht and refined with insight from master distiller Jim McEwan on the Isle of Islay, the VAILD retains the same double-walled geometry as the original Norlan glass, enhanced with subtle refinements for the sensory-focused drinker. Aeration fins at the base release volatile compounds, while the widened rim allows your nose to fully engage with the whisky’s profile.

The soft-touch lacquer exterior invites the hand, while the interior refracts light through the liquid — giving the appearance of illumination from within. Crafted from lightweight borosilicate crystal and delivered gift-ready, the VAILD Edition is for those who treat whisky as an immersive ritual. Includes a microfiber polishing cloth.

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I love these glasses!

Stunning 😍

Bought for my whisky loving husband, for his 60th birthday. He absolutely loves it, very tactile and sits beautifully in his hand.

great gift

A special celebration made better with the gift of a norlan glass to toast the occasion

Norlan Whisky Glass, VAILD (Black) - Gift Set of 2

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WHISKY. REFLECTED.

A cloaked exterior hides a visual surprise. The glow of your whisky within.

WHISKY. ENHANCED.

A SPECIALLY DESIGNED INTERIOR SERVES TO ELIMINATE ETHANOL BURN AND DELIVER AROMAS BETTER THAN ANY OTHER GLASS.

WHISKY. ELEVATED.

A UNIQUE, LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN FEATURING DOUBLE-WALLED BOROSILICATE GLASS.

A WHISKY GLASS THAT DELIVERS

ETHANOL

AROMATICS

AERATION

Special protrusion forms inside our tasting glass create wave-like movements in the liquid when it is swirled within the bowl. This helps to release the ethanol within the spirit, allowing the scents to become more present when nosing, which in turn improves the flavor when drinking.

ADVANTAGES OVER OTHER GLASSES

COPITAS

Tulip shaped nosing glasses, with their narrowed rim, often concentrate the shape of the vapor in such a way that they tightly focus it, causing the ethanol to punch into the eyes and nose, and concealing the aromas.

TUMBLERS

A cool social glass, the wide opening of a tumbler (or rocks glass) diffuses the aromas of the spirit too widely, fading and flattening them out. This results in a diminished nosing and tasting experience.

HOW TO USE OUR WHISKY GLASS

Think of the Norlan Whisky Glass as a finely calibrated tool, designed to get the most out of your whisky and give you an unrivaled drinking experience. While there’s no one way to enjoy whisky, this vessel was developed as a neat glass, meaning the spirit should be tasted without the addition of ice cubes. The primary reason for this is that ice will cool the fluid and diminish the presence of aromas. (For whisky on the rocks, we've got the perfect tumbler.)

This is a compact glass, but by no means diminutive. Its size is based on providing the optimal space for a traditional pour to be swirled within the inner volume. This is anywhere from 0.7 to 1.4 ounces of spirit. Pour no higher than the top of the inner protrusions and you’ll get the most out of your dram.

After pouring the real fun begins. To get those myriad aroma molecules unlocked, you'll want to give your glass a good swirl to get the whisky moving inside. From there, you can smell and taste your pour as you see fit. We won't drill down into the details of "proper" nosing and tasting here, but chiefly, we recommend you take your time and savor every sip of that liquid gold.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I use ice or whisky stones?

The Norlan Whisky Glass was designed to improve the aroma and taste of whisky enjoyed neat. We do not recommend using ice or whisky stones in the glass and caution that they can cause harm to the glass.

Can the glass be stored in the freezer?

We do not recommend storing the glass in the freezer because of the risk of thermal shock.

Please also note that the glass should not be placed in a microwave or oven.

Is the glass dishwasher safe?

We recommend you always hand wash and dry your glasses with a non-abrasive cloth to ensure their longevity.

Can the glass be engraved?

While we do not offer engraving services, any engraving specialist should be more than happy to work on these glasses.

Note: The black edition of the Norlan Whisky Glass is coated in a matte black lacquer. Engraving the exterior will remove this finish.

Does the glass have a gold rim?

No. That color you see on the rim is the brilliant whisky contained within. It's a great effect.

Is the inside of the black edition coated in gold?

The inside of the VAILD edition is clear borosilicate glass. The shimmering gold is the result of light becoming trapped within the blackened walls of the glass and refracting through the whisky.

Can the glass be used for other spirits?

While the Norlan Whisky Glass was developed for the appreciation of whisky, we’ve found that it performs equally well for any spirit containing a high ABV where nosing is an important aspect of the drinking experience.

How is the glass packaged?

The Norlan Whisky Glass is sold individually and comes packed in a luxurious black cardboard box with printed sleeve. A microfiber polishing cloth is also included.

Is the new black edition identical to the original?

The new black edition of the Norlan Whisky Glass has a sllightly difference surface than the original. If you are ordering to match your original set of glasses, kindly note that there will be a very minor difference in tone and feel.

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