Quick answer
If you enjoy a cigar with your whiskey, the Cigar Glass is your best bet for one-handed convenience. If you want a clean, flavor-neutral sip every time, the Pure Taste Stemless wins with its ceramic-coated interior.
Why the choice matters for whiskey drinkers
Whiskey is about aroma, taste, and ritual. The glass you choose affects how the spirit breathes, how it stays cool, and whether lingering flavors from previous drinks interfere. Both Corkcicle options are triple-insulated, so temperature isn't the differentiator—it's the extra features and material coatings that tip the scale.
What the Cigar Glass brings to the table
The Cigar Glass is a rocks glass with a built-in cigar rest, letting you hold your drink and cigar in the same hand. It holds up to 9 oz. of liquid and fits various cigar sizes. The trade-off is that it lacks a lid and a ceramic coating, so flavors from previous pours can linger if you don't rinse thoroughly.
What the Pure Taste Stemless brings to the table
The Pure Taste Stemless features a ceramic-coated interior that defends against unwanted lingering flavors, plus an exterior coating for a premium feel. It comes with a sliding, shatterproof lid, making it more portable. The trade-off is that it doesn't have a cigar rest, so you'd need a separate ashtray or holder if you smoke while you sip.
Cigar Glass vs Pure Taste Stemless: Trade-offs
- Cigar rest vs. no cigar rest: The Cigar Glass has a built-in cigar rest; the Pure Taste Stemless does not. If you regularly smoke while drinking, the Cigar Glass saves you an extra accessory.
- Flavor purity vs. flavor carryover: The Pure Taste Stemless has a ceramic-coated interior that resists flavor transfer. The Cigar Glass's uncoated interior may retain traces of previous drinks if not washed well. For bourbon or rye tastings where you switch expressions, the Pure Taste Stemless is the cleaner option.
- Lid vs. open top: The Pure Taste Stemless includes a sliding, shatterproof lid for portability and spill prevention. The Cigar Glass has no lid, so it's best for stationary use at home or a bar.
- Capacity and feel: The Cigar Glass holds 9 oz. and is designed as a rocks glass. The Pure Taste Stemless is a stemless wine-style cup with a two-toned color palette and a more refined hand feel.
Product facts at a glance
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Cigar Glass: Part rocks glass, part cigar rest—lets you hold your drink and cigar in the same hand without awkward fumbling. Holds up to 9 oz. of liquid and various cigar sizes. You can sip and puff without juggling two items, making it ideal for relaxed smoking sessions.
Cigar Glass
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Pure Taste Stemless: Ceramic-coated interior defends against unwanted lingering flavors, and the exterior coating provides an elevated feel. Includes a sliding, shatterproof lid. Each pour tastes clean and fresh, and the lid keeps your drink secure when you're on the move.
Pure Taste Stemless
Which one should you choose?
Best for
- Whiskey drinkers who also enjoy a cigar and want one-handed convenience
- Home bar setups where you sip and smoke without needing a separate ashtray
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a flavor-neutral glass for tasting multiple whiskeys in one session
- Drinkers who need a lid for portability or spill protection
