What's your nosing technique?

An excellent thread @WhiskyBee! I have to say that this is something that is a constant issue for me. I am always second guessing and altering my nosing technique because I am always trying to improve my ability to capture notes (which isn't very good anyway!).

I do use Richard's method quite a lot. I think your method of keeping your top lip on the edge of the glass and opening your mouth sounds fantastic. I'll give that a try tonight ; )

Referring to another ongoing thread though, I keep searching for glassware which will make nosing that much easier. The right glassware + a good technique = great nosing!

Great topic! WhiskyBee I use a copita style glass so i was wondering if there were any other ways to get a better nose than just tilting at about 40 to 45% and sticking my nose in there. I find it works most of the time, but there are sometimes with whiskeys that I find I'm able to detect more aromas with Glencairn style glasses.

I am not big on following the advice of someone who begins his tasting by tossing whisky. An almost literal example of rich people throwing their money around. I do, however, thrust nose into glass. I move about as I am drinking, smell from other angles, but for the most part, it's right in there.

@Onibubba - I sometimes wonder if there's a whisky drinker on earth who follows his throw-it-on-the-floor advice. I've had a few whiskies I'd like to throw down the drain, but never on the floor. ;)

I try to apply the technique of Mr Paterson it rather fits my nose quite well. I think more then anything smell is about being relaxed and comfortable so I do try to nose calmly not sniffing away so to speak but gentle and firm. I do believe having the right glassware is crucial as CanadianNinja excellently pointed out.