Steelite Charcoal Dapple Cups 6oz 170ml Porcelain (Pack of 36)
Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Cup is a 6oz porcelain cup designed for espresso-based drinks and short coffee serves. It belongs to Steelite's Charcoal Dapple range, which uses a reactive glaze...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 170ml | 6oz
- Colour
- White
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
The Steelite Charcoal Dapple Cup is a 6oz porcelain cup designed for espresso-based drinks and short coffee serves. It belongs to Steelite's Charcoal Dapple range, which uses a reactive glaze process to produce a textured, earthy rim finish that varies naturally from piece to piece. The body retains the clean white of traditional whiteware, while the dappled rim adds visual character without requiring any significant change to how the cup is handled or stored.
In a busy café or restaurant environment, this cup performs as you would expect from alumina-enriched porcelain — it is resistant to chipping under regular front-of-house use and holds up well through repeated dishwasher cycles. The reactive glaze is integral to the piece rather than applied as a separate coating, so the finish remains consistent over time without lifting or dulling in commercial warewashers.
Practically, the range suits operations that want to move away from plain white without committing to a heavily patterned or coloured range. The variation between individual pieces is a deliberate feature of the reactive glaze process and gives the table a handmade quality that can complement both casual dining and more considered café concepts.
- Dishwasher safe — suitable for commercial warewashing cycles
- Microwave and freezer safe for flexibility across service styles
- Each piece carries a naturally unique glaze finish
- Supplied in a pack of 36, appropriate for stocking a full section
This cup is best suited to cafés, hotels, and restaurant operations serving espresso-based drinks at volume. It pairs well with other pieces in the Charcoal Dapple range for a consistent look across a table setting. If you are unsure whether the 6oz size is right for your coffee menu or how many covers the pack quantity supports, the team is happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Alumina-enriched porcelain construction for durability in daily service
- Reactive glaze rim produces a naturally unique finish on each piece
- 170ml capacity suited to espresso and short coffee-based drinks
- Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe for operational flexibility
- Supplied in a pack of 36 for efficient section stocking
Operational Benefits
- Resists chipping under the demands of regular front-of-house use
- Consistent glaze durability reduces visible wear over commercial warewashing cycles
- Distinct finish adds table character without departing from a professional look
- Pack of 36 supports section cover requirements without multiple re-orders
- Range-compatible styling allows cohesive table presentation across courses
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 170ml | 6oz
- Colour
- White
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Weight
- 6.26kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the reactive glaze is formed during the firing process rather than applied as a surface coating, so it does not lift or fade with repeated commercial dishwasher cycles. The variation in finish between pieces is intentional and remains stable under normal service conditions.
- A 6oz cup is commonly used for flat whites, cortados, and small cappuccinos. If your menu runs to larger milk-based drinks such as lattes or 8oz cappuccinos, a larger cup from the Charcoal Dapple range would be more appropriate — it is worth checking the full range before committing.
- That depends on your table turn rate and warewashing cycle time. For a small café with a single sitting and quick turnaround, 36 cups may be sufficient; for a high-turnover operation running continuous service, you would typically hold two to three times your cover count in crockery. If you are unsure, we can help you work out the right quantity based on your service pattern.