Churchill Era Grey Espresso Cups 105ml (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Era range is a patterned bone china-style cup built on a super vitrified body — a material choice that makes a practical difference in day-to-day service. The radial...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Capacity
- 0.1 Ltr
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 55(H) x 65(Ø)mm
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Product Description
The Churchill Era range is a patterned bone china-style cup built on a super vitrified body — a material choice that makes a practical difference in day-to-day service. The radial print draws on mid-century Mod aesthetics, giving the cup a distinctive look without feeling overstated. In the grey colourway, it sits comfortably alongside both contemporary and more traditional café or restaurant table settings.
In a busy espresso service environment, durability is what matters most. Super vitrified construction is meaningfully harder and more chip-resistant than standard vitrified china, and Churchill's Eco glaze helps resist the staining and metal marking that builds up quickly on cups cycled through commercial dishwashers multiple times a day. Both of those factors contribute to a longer usable lifespan and lower replacement costs over time.
- Super vitrified body withstands the thermal cycling of high-volume dishwasher use
- Eco glaze resists staining and the metal scuffing common in busy service environments
- Suitable for microwave use, which supports certain service workflows
- Consistent grey finish across the range supports cohesive table presentation
- Sold in a pack of 12, practical for initial stocking or topping up existing sets
These cups are dishwasher safe and microwave safe. As with all tableware in continuous commercial use, cycle frequency and dishwasher chemistry will affect long-term glaze condition — using appropriate commercial detergent within recommended concentrations helps preserve the finish.
The 105ml capacity is suited to single and double espresso serves. Operators running a broader beverage menu may also want to consider whether companion pieces from the Era range — such as saucers or larger cups — are needed to complete the set.
If you are specifying tableware across a full opening order or want to discuss how the Era range fits your service style, the team is happy to help work through the options with you.
Key Features
- Super vitrified body provides enhanced chip resistance over standard china
- Churchill Eco glaze resists staining and metal marks from cutlery contact
- Suitable for both microwave and commercial dishwasher use
- 105ml capacity designed for single and double espresso serves
- Retro radial print in soft grey for consistent table presentation
Operational Benefits
- Reduced replacement costs due to superior chip and breakage resistance
- Glaze stays cleaner longer, maintaining presentation through heavy service
- Dishwasher-safe construction supports fast turnaround during peak periods
- Cohesive grey finish supports professional table settings across the menu
- Pack of 12 allows practical top-up buying as attrition occurs over time
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Capacity
- 0.1 Ltr
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 55(H) x 65(Ø)mm
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- No
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 122.5g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Super vitrified china is fired to a higher density than standard vitrified ware, which makes it more resistant to chipping at the rim and handle — the areas most vulnerable during commercial washing and stacking. Churchill's five-year edge chip warranty reflects that durability, though longevity in practice also depends on rack loading, wash temperatures, and the detergent concentration used.
- Yes, the Era cup is well suited to continuous espresso service. The super vitrified body handles repeated thermal cycling without the micro-cracking that can affect lighter-duty china over time, and the Eco glaze helps keep the cups looking presentable despite frequent washing. For very high-volume sites turning covers quickly, it is worth ensuring you hold enough stock to rotate cups effectively rather than relying on a single set cycling constantly.
- The soft grey tone of the Era range is reasonably versatile and tends to pair well with neutral or white-bodied tableware. Whether it sits alongside another Churchill range on your tables depends on your overall look — if you are building a mixed-range table setting, it is worth reviewing physical samples before committing to a full opening order.