Steelite Carnival Onyx Empire Low Cups 85ml (Pack of 12)

The Steelite Carnival Onyx Empire Low Cup is an 85ml espresso-style cup finished in a deep black glaze, sold in packs of twelve. It forms part of Steelite's Carnival range — a collection designed to bring a relaxed, informal feel to café and fast-service settings without sacrificing the durability expected of commercial crockery.

Made from alumina vitrified ceramic, these cups are built to handle the repetitive thermal cycling of a busy service — moving from hot dishwasher rinses to hot espresso drinks and back again without the crazing or micro-cracking that affects lesser-quality ceramics. The glaze is resistant to staining and surface marking, which helps them maintain their appearance over extended use.

Operationally, the Onyx finish works well where operators want a defined visual identity — the dark glaze presents espresso and short milk-based drinks clearly, and it holds up well against the discolouration that can affect lighter-coloured cups in high-volume environments. Practical advantages include:

• Thermal shock resistance suited to commercial dishwasher cycles
• Stain-resistant glaze that retains its appearance over time
• Lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite
• Consistent sizing supports portion control on espresso menus

These cups require no special handling or storage considerations beyond standard crockery practice. They are stackable and suited to high-turnover front-of-house use. The pack size of twelve is practical for smaller operations or for topping up an existing set.

Well suited to independent cafés, hotel breakfast service, casual dining, and fast-service counters where a bold colour accent is part of the look. If you're building out a full crockery set or want to discuss how the Carnival range fits your service style, the team is happy to help you work through the options.