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How to choose a RIGHT coffee cup

Pulished on Nov. 18, 2023

Good coffee must be paired with a good cup. It is quite of waste if you use and wrong type of cup for drinking good coffee.

As a coffee lover, you should pay more attention to details to make a good coffee with the original flavor and taste of the coffee.


Tips for choosing coffee cups.

The coffee cup is a detail that is often overlooked when drinking coffee. However, the size, material, and shape of the coffee cup will affect the taste and flavor of the coffee.

1. Common types of coffee cups

The standard model for hot coffee.

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This type of cup is the most common type of cup for drinking hot coffee. 

The narrow bottom and wide mouth design is particularly suitable for making artistic lattes, allowing latte art players to create beautiful patterns with rich lines. 

Porcelain coffee cups have also been commonly used to match cappuccino in recent years. It is usually sold with a porcelain plate or saucer to facilitate placing sugar, creamer, and spoon. 

The capacity of the porcelain cup is mostly 300ml~360ml, which is the most suitable size for drinking in the morning before work or afternoon tea break.

You can choose the corresponding porcelain cup rim thickness according to the type of coffee beans. The ceramic coffee set comes in different shapes and designs, Garbo can offer OEM and ODM service.


Small espresso cup

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This type of ceramic coffee cup is specially used to hold espresso coffee. In addition, the small capacity of the ceramic cup is about 30ml.

It generally has a quite thick cup wall, which helps to maintain the heat and aroma of the coffee. 

It is especially recommended for those who have an espresso machine at home or in a shop. 

The small and cute ceramic cup also can work well as an interior decoration or kitchen accessory.


The most practical coffee mug

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The most common mug in life can also be used for coffee. 

Whether you want to drink it hot or with ice cubes, a large-capacity mug is a good choice; 

in addition, the walls of many mugs are very thick, making the liquid inside It is not easy to cool down, 

and the large bottom area allows people to place it safely on the desk. If you have no special requirements for your coffee cup, a versatile mug can be your first choice.


2. The material will determine the overall atmosphere.

In addition to affecting the degree of heat preservation, the material of the coffee cup will also change the atmosphere when drinking, so it is also an item that cannot be ignored when purchasing.

Porcelain cup: high-end design sense.


Porcelain coffee cups are usually sold in sets, so they can be used when entertaining guests. Most of them are elegant and classic styles. 

They can show their luxurious charm just by placing them on the table, so they are popular among many consumers. Can't put it down.

However, because this type of cup is thin in design, it has shortcomings such as being easy to break and cool down, so please pay more attention before purchasing.


 Ceramic mug: a unique flavor

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Ceramic coffee cups fired in a kiln usually have a handmade and simple feel, and because the texture of each cup is slightly different,

 choose this if you want to have a unique coffee cup. In addition, most ceramic cups are thick, making it difficult to cool the coffee; but relatively speaking, you have to pay attention to the issue of weight.


Glass cup: You can appreciate the color of coffee

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The Clear transparent glass coffee cup allows users to appreciate the color of coffee from the inside out, extending the tasting experience from taste and smell to vision. 

Some glasses on the market are designed with a double-layer structure, making the coffee look as fashionable as floating. 

When purchasing, you can pay attention to whether the glass is made of heat-resistant material so that it can hold both cold and hot drinks; 

however, you must be careful when using it to avoid damage caused by collision or falling.


3. The shape of the cup rim will affect the drinking experience.

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The thickness of the coffee cup rim will affect the taste and aroma of the coffee. 

Generally speaking, cups with thicker rims can easily maintain the temperature and allow people to carefully appreciate the richness and bitterness of coffee. 

On the other hand, consumers who like to drink in large gulps may consider choosing ceramic cups with thinner rims to allow the aroma to spread through the cup. 

Spread in the mouth to enjoy the aftertaste. However, because it is easy to cool down, it is more suitable for drinking quickly in a short period. 

If you already know your favorite bean types and brewing methods, you can filter the thickness to find the most suitable cup.


4. Composite coffee cup that can be used for tea-drinking

porcelain tea mug

Compared with coffee cups that need to be kept warm, tea-drinking cups are mostly made with a thinner rim to enhance the aroma. 

However, there are currently manufacturers on the market that have produced cups that can be used for both coffee and tea for people who have two needs at the same time. 

This type of cup is more practical especially when you are not sure what your guests' favorite drinks are. In addition, the styles of composite cups available are quite diverse, so they are also a good choice as gifts.