Artisanal excellence and unmatched craftsmanship collide in Glenfiddich’s bespoke glassware collection, created in close collaboration with Monmouth Studio. The striking glass, designed to work as well as a snifter as it does a cocktail vessel, boasts a sinuous form, expertly crafted to enhance the drinking experience of Glenfiddich’s esteemed, most-awarded Scottish single malt whisky.
When Glenfiddich NZ brand ambassador Drew Down approached Monmouth Glass Studio to
collaborate on a bespoke glassware range, co-owner and renowned master glassblower, Stephen Bradbourne, was delighted to learn that the sinuous shapes of his unique vessels would impact the experience of drinking such an esteemed libation. “Over the last three decades, I’ve made a lot of different-shaped drinking glasses and thought I knew quite a bit about how different shapes affect the drinking experience. For example, the wide variety of wine glass shapes that are specific to particular wine varieties or the many cocktail glass shapes that are specific to particular cocktails,” he said, “I wasn’t as familiar with the many whisky glass shapes, so our conversations with Drew about the shape and function of whisky glasses have been a real education.” This collaboration has been a great opportunity to design a glass that works equally as well as a snifter but also as a vessel to serve a beautiful cocktail.”
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Bradbourne and Down agreed on a piece of glass that could not only function as a traditional whisky-nosing vessel but also break with convention by being used to house a beautiful light and bright ‘Spritz ‘-style cocktail. “Just as with our craftspeople at the distillery, it was inspirational to work with two masters of their craft at Monmouth — those who are continuing to perfect ancient practices with modern sensibilities. Plus, we just really wanted to make a beautiful piece of glassware,” said Down.
With a base inspired by the iconic Glenfiddich bottle shape, rendered in the green hue synonymous with Glenfiddich 12 year old and featuring Glenfiddich’s eponymous 12-point Stag (Glenfiddich’s Gaelic translation is ‘Valley of the Deer’’), this limited-edition piece stands as a testament to the world-leading distiller’s constant evolution — perfectly embodying the brand’s essence.
For those wanting to experience these exceptional vessels for themselves, we recommend paying a visit to O’Connell Street’s award-winning cocktail destination, Panacea, where the expert bar team will craft a refreshing Glenfiddich creation — served in bespoke Monmouth glassware.
Photography and videography by WITH Jane
