In his quest to create the perfect Irish whiskey glass, Simon’s signature Ascutney Collection has grown into a range of signature handmade barware. We engineered this contemporary glass to be the ultimate shape for sweet, oaky bourbons. The hefty sham gives it substance while its narrowed shape offers the perfect proportions for retaining the nose of bourbon. Our signature hand-opened rounded rim gives a lovely feel to every sip – whether you take it neat or with a single rock. At Simon Pearce, fine glassware is still hand-blown in the traditional style. Simon Pearce opened his first glassblowing shop in 1971 in Kilkenny, Ireland. Ten years later, the factory was moved to Quechee, Vermont, where it remains today. The Ottauquechee River provides clean, hydroelectric power for the facility. All Simon Pearce items are proudly made in the U.S.A.