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Low Cup | Liquorice Coffee Cup | 85ml Capacity | Steelite Craft VV1034

SKU: VV1034
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£103.74/ inc vat
  • Lifetime Edge Chip Warranty
  • Alumina Vitrified Ceramic
  • Unique Reactive Glaze
  • Stackable Design

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Product Overview

Thinking of giving your coffee service a sophisticated, rustic edge? This isn't just any old cup. The Steelite Craft liquorice coffee cup is a statement piece, designed in the heart of the UK's pottery country. It combines a beautiful, hand-finished aesthetic with the brute strength needed for the daily hustle and  bustle of a commercial kitchen. Its deep, rich glaze makes it a truly eye-catching item.

Crafted for professionals, this 85ml low cup is the perfect vessel for a rich, aromatic espresso or a classic demitasse. It's an ideal choice for artisan coffee shops, high-end restaurants, or boutique hotels looking to impress. Made from incredibly tough alumina vitrified ceramic, it’s built to withstand the knocks, scrapes, and  high temperatures of a commercial environment, meaning fewer replacements and  a consistently smart look for your tables.

Beyond its handsome appearance, this cup is a workhorse. It’s fully stackable to save you precious shelf space, and  completely safe for the dishwasher, microwave, oven, and  freezer. Backed by Steelite's lifetime edge-chip warranty, it’s a smart investment in quality that your customers will notice and  your staff will love to use. It’s the small details, after all, that make the biggest impression.

Key Features and  Benefits

  • Lifetime Edge Chip Warranty: Offers complete peace of mind in any busy environment.
  • Alumina Vitrified Ceramic: Gives you exceptional strength for long-lasting professional use.
  • Unique Reactive Glaze: Means every single cup has its own distinct, handcrafted character.
  • Stackable Design: Helps you save valuable shelf and  storage space.
  • Dishwasher & Microwave Safe: Makes for incredibly easy cleaning and  quick reheating routines.
  • Oven & Freezer Safe: Provides brilliant versatility from baking desserts to frozen treats.
  • Stain Resistance: Keeps your cups looking fresh, clean, and  new for longer.
  • Glaze Damage Resistance: Protects the beautiful finish from cutlery scratches and  stacking marks.

Technical Specifications

  • Brand: Steelite
  • SKU: VV1034
  • Box Quantity: 12
  • Capacity: 85ml / 3oz
  • Colour: Liquorice (Black)
  • Dimensions: 60(H) x 65(Ø)mm
  • Material: Alumina Vitrified Ceramic
  • Features: Lifetime Edge Chip Warranty, Dishwasher/Microwave/Oven/Freezer Safe

Expert Review and  Insights

The Steelite Craft range is a firm favourite for a reason. This liquorice low cup, in particular, has a lovely, weighty feel that screams quality. The dark, reactive glaze isn't just for show; it frames an espresso beautifully, making the crema pop. It’s the sort of detail that gets noticed and  elevates the whole coffee experience for your customers.

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  • Feel in the Hand: Substantial, quality feel that customers will immediately appreciate.
  • Individuality: The reactive glaze means slight variations between cups exist.

Case Study: Real Business, Real Results

Based in the historic heart of York, The Corner Perk wanted to replace their generic white crockery with something that matched their rustic, reclaimed-wood interior and  elevated their coffee presentation.

"Customers comment on them all the time. They love the look and  feel, and  our baristas find them a dream to work with. They just feel... right. And the durability is fantastic; we haven't had a single chip since we brought them in six months ago."

David Chen – Owner, The Corner Perk

The switch elevated the perceived quality of their coffee service, leading to a noticeable increase in positive online reviews specifically mentioning the 'lovely presentation'.

Installation and  Maintenance Guide

Setting It Up

  • On arrival, give the cups a quick wash in warm, soapy water to remove any dust from transit.
  • The secure, stackable design works best on flat, stable shelving to prevent any wobbling.
  • For the best coffee experience, pre-heat the cups with hot water before serving espresso to keep it hotter for longer.

Keeping It Going

  • While fully dishwasher safe, avoid using harsh, abrasive detergents to protect the unique glaze over years of use.
  • Rinse cups soon after use to prevent coffee oils from building up, which helps maintain the rich colour.
  • Regularly check your dishwasher's filter to prevent any grit or debris from scratching the glaze during a wash cycle.
  • Thanks to the impressive glaze damage resistance, you can stack them without needing to place protectors between each one.

Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Commercial Cups

Not sure what fits best for your business? Here are a few pointers to help you decide.

Capacity is Key

An 85ml cup like this is purpose-built for espressos and  demitasse. For lattes or Americanos, you'll want to look for larger sizes in the 200-340ml range.

Material Matters

Vitrified ceramic is the industry standard for a reason. It offers the best combination of durability, excellent heat retention, and  hygiene as it's non-porous.

Consider Your Aesthetic

The colour of your crockery should complement your brand. A dark, moody cup like this 'liquorice' makes the coffee's crema stand out beautifully and  adds a premium feel.

Stackability Saves Space

In any commercial kitchen or bar, space is a premium. Cups that are designed to stack securely and  neatly are a massive operational advantage for storage.

Look for Durability Features

A manufacturer's warranty, like Steelite's lifetime edge-chip guarantee, is a sure sign of a product built to last in a demanding professional environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are these cups sold individually?

A: These are supplied in a pack of 12, which is ideal for kitting out a professional café, bar, or restaurant setting and  ensuring you have enough stock for a busy service.

Q: Is the Steelite Craft liquorice coffee cup truly black?

A: It's a very dark, rich colour that Steelite calls 'Liquorice'. The special reactive glaze gives it subtle, unique variations in tone rather than a flat, uniform black, which adds to its charm.

Q: Can I use these for small desserts as well as coffee?

A: Absolutely. Being fully oven-safe, they are fantastic for serving individual hot desserts like chocolate fondants, or for chilled items like panna cotta straight from the freezer.

Q: What does 'Alumina Vitrified Ceramic' actually mean?

A: In simple terms, it's a super-strengthened ceramic. 'Vitrified' means it's non-porous (like glass), and  'Alumina' is an added compound that gives it exceptional resistance to chipping and  impacts.

Q: Will the colour fade in a commercial dishwasher?

A: No, the colour is an integral part of the glaze that's fired on at a very high temperature. It is designed to be completely commercial dishwasher safe and  highly resistant to fading.

Q: What is the main benefit of a 'reactive glaze'?

A: The reactive glaze process ensures that no two cups are exactly identical. This gives each piece in your collection a unique, handcrafted character that mass-produced items lack.

Q: Is the Steelite VV1034 coffee cup suitable for a busy barista?

A: Yes, its 85ml capacity, sturdy construction, and  heat-retaining properties make it an ideal Steelite Craft barista cup for serving high-quality espresso shots consistently.

Q: What is a 'low cup' style?

A: It refers to a cup that is typically wider and  shorter than a standard espresso or demitasse cup. It offers a more modern presentation and  is popular in speciality coffee shops.

What Customers Are Saying

"Absolutely stunning cups. We bought these for our new bistro and  they look the business. Really well made and  the glaze is beautiful."

Sophie L. – Bistro Owner, Brighton

"Great little cups for espresso. Very tough, been through the dishwasher hundreds of times and  still look brand new. A few are slightly different in colour but that adds to the charm."

Mark R. – Head Barista, Manchester

"The perfect size for a demitasse. Our hotel guests have even asked where they can buy them! A quality product through and  through."

Claire Jenkins – The Grove Hotel, Bath

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The Steelite Promise: Craftsmanship Meets Commercial Reality

Steelite isn't just a name; it's a benchmark for quality in professional hospitality. With decades of experience rooted in Stoke-on-Trent, the historic heart of British pottery, they intimately understand the demands of a relentless commercial environment. The Craft range embodies this philosophy perfectly. It’s not just about a pretty cup. It’s about investing in tableware that actively reduces your long-term replacement costs thanks to its legendary durability and  confident lifetime edge-chip warranty. It's about operational consistency, ensuring the cup you buy today perfectly matches the range you bought last year. This is tableware designed to perform, to endure countless high-temperature dishwasher cycles, and  to consistently elevate your presentation, delivering tangible long-term value and  brand confidence, service after service.

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What Makes 'Alumina Vitrified Ceramic' So Tough?

Ever wondered what makes professional crockery so much stronger than the stuff you have at home? It comes down to two key processes: vitrification and  the addition of alumina. 'Vitrification' is a fancy way of saying it's fired at incredibly high temperatures, turning the clay into a non-porous, glass-like state. This stops it from absorbing water, flavours, or odours.

The real magic, though, is the 'Alumina'. This is a super-hard compound (it's the same core material found in sapphires and  rubies!) that's mixed in. Think of it like adding steel rebar to concrete. Standard ceramic is strong, but adding alumina creates a powerful internal scaffold that makes the final product incredibly resistant to chipping and  knocks. It’s the reason Steelite can confidently offer a lifetime edge-chip warranty – it’s genuinely built to withstand the rigours of a professional kitchen.

Who Should Buy This?

  • Artisan Coffee Shops: Perfect for serving single or double espressos with a touch of rustic charm.
  • Fine Dining Restaurants: An elegant choice for after-dinner demitasse coffee or even small, creative desserts.
  • Boutique Hotels: Upgrade your in-room coffee service or breakfast bar with these stylish, durable cups.
  • High-End Bars & Bistros: Use for serving espresso martinis or other small, sophisticated coffee-based cocktails.
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