Steelite Smoke Cups 85ml 3oz Porcelain (Pack of 12)

The Steelite Smoke range is a collection of porcelain tableware designed around a concrete-inspired aesthetic. The grey tones and reactive darker elements are intended to echo the visual effects of cooking — browning, searing, caramelisation — creating a visual relationship between the vessel and the food it carries. These 85ml cups sit within that collection, sized for espresso, amuse-bouche, or small pre-dessert presentations depending on the service context.

Porcelain at this weight class — 120g per cup — is a practical choice for front-of-house use. It holds heat reasonably well for a small vessel, resists chipping better than bone china in busy service environments, and responds well to commercial dishwasher cycles over time. The Smoke glaze finish is nuanced rather than uniform, which means individual pieces will carry slight variation — a characteristic of the reactive firing process rather than a defect.

From an operational standpoint, these cups suit establishments where plating presentation matters and where the tableware is expected to contribute to the overall aesthetic of the course or drink being served. They work well in contemporary restaurant settings, independent coffee operations with a considered table style, and hospitality venues aiming for a more refined but unpretentious look.

Supplied in packs of 12, which is a practical quantity for mise en place across a standard service section. Sites running high-volume covers may want to consider holding additional stock to allow rotation through the dishwasher without interrupting service flow.

If you're building a table setting around the Smoke collection or want guidance on quantities for your cover count, the team is happy to talk it through.