Espresso Cups

Espresso Cups from Barista-Essentials

We sell porcelain espresso cups in 5 different colours. Perfect for treating yourself or the espresso lover in your life.

The cups are available in 2 versions: one with a glazed inside (the classic espresso cup in grey or speckled) and one with a half-glazed outside (our half-glazed espresso cup, in pink, yellow, and green).

Our espresso cups are handmade by a small-scale producer, which makes every cup unique.

Other practical features include:

• Rounded inside that keeps your crema intact
• Easy to stack on top of your machine (or anywhere else, it’s up to you)
• Thin walls that warm up quickly
• Made of porcelain, which retains heat better than ceramic or stoneware
• A glaze coating that keeps your cups looking nice for longer

How our porcelain espresso cups are handmade

Each espresso cup that comes out of the mold is first smoothed with a damp sponge, after which they are put into the oven.

After applying the glaze, they are baked again, this time at 1250˚C.

Capacity of espresso cups

Our espresso cups have a capacity of 60ml. This makes them suitable for single/double espresso and cortado.

Note: if you use a double spout portafilter, you cannot catch your double espresso in one cup, as it’s not wide enough. However, you can pour one espresso into your cup afterward, for example using an espresso pitcher.

In general, you’ll find espresso cups with a capacity between 60ml and 100ml.

Are your espresso cups porcelain?

Yes! Our espresso cups are handmade from porcelain.

We chose porcelain because it retains heat better than ceramic or stoneware and is more durable (as it is baked at a higher temperature).

Care tip: Rinse your porcelain cups quickly after use and don’t leave them to soak for too long. Doing this prevents coffee from seeping into the porcelain (especially in the beginning).

The cups are dishwasher-safe.

The benefits of a dedicated espresso cup

You’ll enjoy your espresso more from a dedicated espresso cup. You may think this is just a feeling, but there are two measurable reasons for the difference:

1. If you drink espresso from a cup that’s too big, it cools down much faster.
2. The conical bottom of the espresso cup keeps your crema intact.

Another advantage: two espress cups fit side by side on even the smallest coffee scale.

Not an espresso drinker? Then check out our cappuccino cups (180ml) or latte cups (220ml).

Difference with Italian espresso cups

Italian espresso cups are instantly recognizable: white, tapered, almost always porcelain, and with a handle and saucer.

Most espresso cups resemble this Italian ancestor: conical inside and with walls that keep your coffee warm.

The biggest difference (read: upgrade) with our espresso cups lies in the thinner walls. This means they don’t just retain heat but also warm up quickly on top of your machine.

Frequently Asked Questions about Espresso Cups

Where you drink your espresso from is almost as important as what you drink. So read on to find the answers to your questions about espresso cups.

More concerned about what you’re drinking? Then check out our handy guide to making great espresso ;)

How many ml is an espresso cup?

Espresso cups generally have a capacity of 60 to 100ml.

Our espresso cups hold 60ml, making them ideal for a single espresso (around 20ml) or a double espresso (around 40ml).

How big is an espresso cup?

The dimensions of our espresso cups are: 60 x 60 x 50mm. One cup weighs around 110 grams.

What else can you serve in espresso cups?

That espresso is drunk from an espresso cup is no surprise. But did you know you can also use them for cortado and ristretto?

We sell high-quality cups for all your coffee creations. Check out our full range of barista cups here.

What are the best espresso cups?

Which espresso cup is the best depends on your personal preference. Still, there are a few features that help you recognize a good espresso cup:

• Made from high-quality material (such as porcelain, ceramic, stoneware, glass)
• Rounded inside to preserve your crema
• Not too big (between 60ml and 100ml)