Steelite Aurora Vesuvius Amber City Mugs 114ml (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Steelite Aurora Vesuvius Amber City Mug is a small-format espresso and coffee mug from Steelite's Aurora range, finished in a warm amber tone achieved through reactive glaze firing. Each...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Beige
- Material
- Alumina Vitrified Ceramic
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Product Description
The Steelite Aurora Vesuvius Amber City Mug is a small-format espresso and coffee mug from Steelite's Aurora range, finished in a warm amber tone achieved through reactive glaze firing. Each piece carries natural variation in colour and depth — a characteristic of the reactive glaze process rather than a defect — which gives the range a handcrafted aesthetic well suited to contemporary café and restaurant settings.
Made from alumina vitrified ceramic, these mugs are built to withstand the rigours of commercial dishwashing and daily front-of-house handling. Alumina vitrified ceramic is a robust body material commonly specified in hospitality tableware precisely because it resists chipping at rims and edges better than standard porcelain under repeated service conditions.
The Aurora range is designed to be backwards compatible with both the Revolution and Vesuvius ranges within the Steelite portfolio, which makes it straightforward to build a cohesive table setting across different piece types without needing to standardise on a single collection.
- Reactive amber glaze creates natural colour variation across pieces
- Alumina vitrified ceramic body for durability in commercial use
- Compatible with Steelite Revolution and Vesuvius ranges
- Sold in packs of 12, practical for stocking front-of-house
- Suited to espresso, macchiato, and short black coffee service
These mugs are well suited to independent cafés, hotel breakfast operations, and restaurant beverage programmes where consistent aesthetic presentation matters alongside day-to-day durability. If you are building out a full table setting or need guidance on mixing pieces across the Aurora, Revolution, and Vesuvius ranges, our team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Reactive amber glaze produces natural, varied colour across each piece
- Alumina vitrified ceramic body resists chipping under commercial use
- 114ml capacity suited to espresso and short coffee formats
- Backwards compatible with Steelite Revolution and Vesuvius ranges
- Supplied in a pack of 12 for practical front-of-house stocking
Operational Benefits
- Consistent aesthetic presentation holds up across a full service period
- Durable ceramic body reduces replacement frequency in busy operations
- Range compatibility simplifies building a cohesive table setting
- Pack-of-12 format reduces reorder frequency for high-turnover sites
- Dishwasher-safe construction keeps turnaround times manageable during service
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Beige
- Material
- Alumina Vitrified Ceramic
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. Alumina vitrified ceramic is a standard body material for commercial hospitality tableware and is designed to withstand regular high-temperature dishwasher cycles. As with all glazed tableware, avoiding mechanical impact during loading will extend the life of the pieces.
- Yes, that is an inherent characteristic of reactive glaze firing. Colour depth and surface variation will differ slightly between individual mugs, which is by design rather than a quality issue. For operators who prefer a uniform look, a standard glaze alternative from the Steelite range may be more appropriate.
- The Aurora range is designed to be backwards compatible with both the Revolution and Vesuvius ranges, so mixing plates, bowls, and cups across those collections is straightforward. If you are building a full table setting and want to confirm which pieces work together, our team can advise before you commit to an order.