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Kiln Espresso Cup | Chalk Ceramic Coffee Cup | 85ml/3oz Capacity | Olympia FB986
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- Reactive Glaze Finish
- Hand-Applied Rim
- Fully Vitrified Porcelain
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Product Overview
Serving up the perfect espresso is an art, and every detail matters. Introducing the Olympia Kiln Espresso Cup, a beautiful piece of commercial-grade crockery that brings a rustic, farm-to-fork charm to your coffee service. Finished in a soft, chalky white, this 85ml cup is designed to make your richest coffee shots the star of the show, offering a tactile and visual treat for your customers.
Crafted for discerning businesses like artisan coffee houses, boutique hotels, and high-end restaurants, this cup is much more than just a pretty face. It’s made from fully vitrified porcelain, meeting the tough BS4034 standard for hotelware, which means it’s built to withstand the hustle and bustle of a busy commercial environment. The reactive glaze and hand-finished rim ensure that no two cups are exactly alike, giving you an authentic, handcrafted feel without sacrificing professional quality.
Ultimately, this Olympia espresso cup 85ml offers the best of both worlds: stunning, on-trend aesthetics and workhorse durability. It’s fully dishwasher and microwave safe, making it a practical and stylish choice that will delight your customers and your kitchen porters in equal measure. It’s time to serve coffee with character.
Key Features and Benefits
- Reactive Glaze Finish: Gives every single cup a unique, subtly textured appearance.
- Hand-Applied Rim: Adds a genuine, artisanal charm to your coffee presentation.
- Fully Vitrified Porcelain: Offers exceptional strength and resistance to chips and cracks.
- Dishwasher Safe: Makes for quick, easy, and hygienic cleaning after service.
- Microwave Safe: Provides the flexibility to gently warm cups if needed.
- BS4034 Hotelware Standard: Guarantees top-tier durability for commercial hospitality use.
- Perfect 85ml Capacity: The ideal size for serving a classic double espresso.
- 'Farm to Fork' Style: Taps into a popular trend, enhancing your rustic aesthetic.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Olympia
- SKU: FB986
- Capacity: 85ml | 3oz
- Box Quantity: 6
- Colour: Chalk White
- Dimensions: H 56mm
- Material: Vitrified Porcelain
- Weight: 0.82kg (per box)
- Special Feature: Reactive Glaze, Hand-Finished Rim
- Standards: BS4034 Vitrified Hotelware Standard
- Care: Dishwasher & Microwave Safe
Expert Review and Insights
The Kiln collection from Olympia really hits the mark for the modern, rustic-luxe trend. It's not just about looks; the vitrified body means it's tough enough for the busiest services. It’s the kind of cup that feels substantial and special in a customer's hand, elevating a simple espresso into a proper experience. A brilliant choice for places that care about the little details.
Emily Hart – Tableware View Profile →
- Top-Tier Aesthetics: The unique glaze and finish provide a premium, handcrafted look.
- Character over Uniformity: Hand-finishing means slight variations exist between each individual cup.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Hedgerow Pantry, a popular farm shop café in the Cotswolds, needed to upgrade their tired, generic crockery to better reflect their locally-sourced, rustic menu.
"We wanted tableware that looked handmade but could withstand our relentless pace and constant washing. The Olympia Kiln cups were spot on. Our regulars constantly remark on how lovely they feel and look."
Robert Clarke – Proprietor
After introducing the Kiln range, the café saw a notable increase in social media tags, with many photos specifically highlighting the new, charming tableware.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before the first use, pop the cups through a quick dishwasher cycle to ensure they are pristine and ready for service.
- Carefully unbox and check each piece for any dinks or damage that may have occurred in transit.
- When stacking on a cup warmer or shelf, keep piles at a sensible height to avoid them toppling over.
Keeping It Going
- While fully dishwasher safe, it's best to use non-abrasive detergents to protect the beautiful glaze over the long term.
- Rinse cups soon after use to prevent the natural oils in coffee from leaving stubborn marks.
- Although tough, give them a quick visual check regularly for any tiny chips or cracks, and remove from service if damaged.
- For any tough stains, a gentle soak in a professional, non-abrasive cleaning solution will work wonders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these cups genuinely all different from each other?
A: Yes, absolutely. The reactive glaze and hand-finished rim mean each cup has its own unique character and subtle variations.
Q: What does 'vitrified porcelain' actually mean?
A: It's a firing process where the porcelain is heated to an extremely high temperature. This makes it non-porous, incredibly strong, and far more resistant to chipping than standard ceramic.
Q: Is the 85ml capacity right for a double espresso?
A: Yes, 85ml (approximately 3oz) is the industry-standard size for a double espresso, leaving just enough room for a perfect crema on top.
Q: Can these be kept on the warming tray of our espresso machine?
A: Of course. They are designed to withstand the gentle, consistent heat of a commercial coffee machine's cup warmer.
Q: Will the colour or finish fade in a commercial dishwasher?
A: No. The colour is part of the glaze which is sealed onto the cup during the firing process, making it completely resilient to commercial dishwashing.
Q: What exactly is the benefit of a 'farm to fork' look?
A: It helps create a warm, authentic, and on-trend dining atmosphere that communicates a commitment to quality and thoughtful presentation.
Q: Do these cups come with matching saucers?
A: This particular product (FB986) is for the espresso cups only. However, matching Olympia Kiln saucers are available to purchase separately to complete the set.
Q: How does this porcelain compare to regular ceramic?
A: Vitrified porcelain is significantly more durable, less likely to chip or stain, and retains heat better, making it the superior choice for any professional café or restaurant environment.
The Olympia Kiln Advantage: Craftsmanship Meets Commercial Reality
Choosing Olympia's Kiln collection is an investment in atmosphere and long-term reliability. Beyond the beautiful, rustic finish of each Olympia FB986 coffee cup, you're embracing the peace of mind that comes with the BS4034 Vitrified Hotelware standard. This isn't just a technical detail; it's a promise of longevity in a demanding environment. For a business owner, this means fewer replacements due to accidental chipping, less stock loss over the year, and a consistently professional presentation day in, day out. In a busy café where tableware is used, washed, and stacked hundreds of times a week, that built-in durability translates directly into lower operational costs and less hassle. The Kiln range lets you deliver a premium, artisanal customer experience without ever compromising on the resilience needed to run a successful business.
Explore more from OlympiaWhat's the Deal with a Reactive Glaze?
Ever wondered why each Kiln cup has a unique, slightly different pattern? That's the magic of a reactive glaze. Think of it like a secret recipe for the cup's final coating. During the intense heat of the firing process inside the kiln, different minerals within the glaze 'react' in unpredictable ways. This reaction creates beautiful, one-of-a-kind speckles, textures, and subtle colour shifts. It means that no two cups are ever 100% identical, giving you all the charm and character of handmade pottery but with the engineered strength of modern, commercial porcelain.
Who Should Buy This?
- Artisan Coffee Shops: Perfect for beautifully presenting your signature single-origin or double espresso shots and enhancing the customer experience.
- Fine Dining Restaurants: Elegantly completes a rustic, farm-to-table aesthetic for your post-dessert coffee and petit fours service.
- Boutique Hotels: Adds a touch of handcrafted quality and charm to in-room coffee facilities or breakfast service.
- Independent Bistros & Delis: A fantastic way to elevate the everyday coffee break, making customers feel they are receiving something special.
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