William Edwards Reed Coupe Mug 350ml Bone China (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Reed collection from William Edwards is a bone china tableware range featuring hand-painted illustrations of English birdlife — including the Kingfisher, Reed Bunting, and Lapwing. The coupe mug form...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 0.25
- Dimensions
- 0.28(H) x 0.25(W) x 0.36(D)mm
- Weight
- 2.9kg
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Product Description
The Reed collection from William Edwards is a bone china tableware range featuring hand-painted illustrations of English birdlife — including the Kingfisher, Reed Bunting, and Lapwing. The coupe mug form gives a contemporary, handleless profile that sits well in modern table settings. Each mug holds 350ml, making it a practical size for filter coffee, flat whites, or soup service.
Bone china is a well-established choice for hospitality tableware. It combines a fine, translucent appearance with genuine durability when manufactured to commercial standards, and the scratch-resistant glaze helps the hand-painted decoration hold up through repeated dishwasher cycles in a busy service environment. These are decorative pieces, but they are built to work, not just to look good on a display shelf.
From an operational standpoint, the Reed range suits venues where tableware is part of the overall guest experience — the illustrated birdlife theme giving each piece a degree of character that generic white china doesn't offer. Key practical points to consider:
- Bone china construction with scratch-resistant glaze for dishwasher durability
- Coupe (handleless) profile suits contemporary table and tray presentations
- Hand-painted birdlife illustrations add visual interest without being fussy
- 350ml capacity covers coffee, soup, and hot drinks service
- Supplied in packs of 12, practical for covers-based ordering
The coupe format is worth considering carefully before ordering. The absence of a handle means some guests find very hot beverages less comfortable to hold; it tends to work better for drinks served at moderate temperatures or in venues with a slower, more relaxed pace of service. For high-volume fast-turnover operations, a handled mug may be more practical.
The Reed collection is best suited to hotels, boutique cafés, fine dining restaurants, and event or private dining settings where tableware reflects the overall aesthetic of the venue. If you are building a full table setting or need guidance on pairing pieces within the William Edwards range, the team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Hand-painted English birdlife illustrations on each individual piece
- Bone china construction with commercial scratch-resistant glaze finish
- Contemporary coupe (handleless) profile for modern table presentations
- 350ml capacity suitable for coffee, hot drinks, and soup service
- Supplied as a pack of 12 for straightforward covers-based ordering
Operational Benefits
- Adds visual character to table settings without requiring additional décor
- Scratch-resistant glaze maintains appearance through regular dishwasher cycles
- Consistent pack sizing simplifies stock management for front-of-house teams
- Bone china durability reduces breakage replacement costs over time
- Distinctive design supports venue branding in hospitality and fine dining
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 0.25
- Dimensions
- 0.28(H) x 0.25(W) x 0.36(D)mm
- Weight
- 2.9kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — bone china with a scratch-resistant glaze is a standard choice for commercial tableware precisely because it tolerates repeated machine washing. That said, as with all decorated china, avoiding harsh industrial cleaning chemicals and using a rinse aid will help preserve the hand-painted finish over time.
- The coupe profile works well for beverages served at moderate temperatures and in relaxed dining environments where guests are seated and unhurried. For very hot drinks or high-turnover counter service, a handled mug is generally more comfortable for guests and reduces the risk of spillage.
- The Reed collection is designed as a coordinated range, and William Edwards produces complementary pieces — plates, bowls, and other hollowware — using the same birdlife illustration theme. If you are putting together a full cover or need to confirm which pieces are available to order together, it is worth speaking with the team before placing your order.