Steelite Simplicity White Low Empire Cups 227ml (Pack of 36)
Product Description
The Steelite Simplicity White Low Empire Cup is a straightforward, well-proportioned cup suited to everyday hot drink service in commercial environments. At 227ml it sits comfortably in the standard cup...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 227ml | 8oz
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Cups
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Product Description
The Steelite Simplicity White Low Empire Cup is a straightforward, well-proportioned cup suited to everyday hot drink service in commercial environments. At 227ml it sits comfortably in the standard cup tier — practical for filter coffee, Americano, or tea service without being oversized. The clean white finish and low Empire shape are deliberately unobtrusive, working alongside almost any tableware range or table setting without drawing attention away from the food and drink being served.
Constructed from alumina vitrified ceramic, this cup is built to hold up under the volume and handling pressures of regular commercial service. The material is notably denser and more resilient than standard vitrified china, which translates directly into longer service life and fewer replacements — a practical consideration when cups are cycling through a busy dishwasher multiple times a day. Steelite backs this with a lifetime edge chip warranty, which reflects confidence in the body strength rather than being simply a paper guarantee.
From an operational standpoint, the cup offers a few straightforward advantages:
- Microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe — no handling restrictions for kitchen staff
- Good heat retention supports efficient service during busy periods
- Neutral white finish suits both casual and more formal table settings
- Sold in packs of 36, reducing per-unit cost for venues buying at volume
- Lifetime edge chip warranty reduces replacement frequency over time
These cups are well suited to hotels, cafés, pub dining rooms, staff restaurants, and similar settings where reliable, presentable everyday tableware is needed in quantity. If your operation runs at very high volume or requires a more distinctive profile, it is worth reviewing the broader Simplicity range and other Steelite collections alongside this option.
If you are building out a full tableware set or need to match existing pieces, feel free to get in touch — we are happy to help you work through the options before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- Alumina vitrified ceramic body offering above-average chip resistance
- Lifetime edge chip warranty backed by Steelite as manufacturer
- Microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe with no operational restrictions
- Low Empire shape compatible with a wide range of tableware styles
- Pack of 36 cups supplied for efficient volume purchasing
Operational Benefits
- Fewer replacements over time thanks to a robust, chip-resistant construction
- Staff can handle cups freely without special care instructions during service
- Neutral profile keeps focus on food and drink rather than the tableware
- Volume pack quantity helps reduce per-unit cost for high-turnover venues
- Reliable heat retention supports consistent drink quality during busy periods
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 227ml | 8oz
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Cups
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Finish
- Glaze
- Freezer safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Round
- Material
- Alumina vitrified ceramic
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Warranty
- Lifetime Edge Chip
- Weight
- 9.13kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the alumina vitrified ceramic construction is specifically chosen for commercial environments where cups go through repeated dishwasher cycles. The lifetime edge chip warranty from Steelite reflects the material's durability under that kind of daily workload, though as with any tableware, handling practices and dishwasher conditions will influence longevity in practice.
- At 227ml this cup sits in the standard single-serve range — comfortably suited to filter coffee, Americano, and standard tea service. It is not a large cup, so if your menu leans towards long blacks or generously sized drinks, it is worth checking the broader Simplicity range for larger capacity options before ordering in bulk.
- Yes, the Simplicity White range is designed to work as a cohesive collection, so the Low Empire Cup will sit consistently alongside plates, saucers, and other hollowware from the same line. If you are building or extending an existing Simplicity White set, we can help confirm compatibility and advise on quantities before you place an order.