Cups of coffee

The standard Italian size for an espresso is the 70 ml cup — small, thick, with flared sides. It is suitable for all short espresso-based drinks:

• Ristretto (~20-25 ml) — concentrated espresso, short extraction 15-20 seconds
• Classic espresso (~30-35 ml) — extraction 25-30 seconds, standard Italian size
• Espresso lungo (~40-50 ml) — long extraction 35-40 seconds
• Macchiato — espresso + a point of steamed milk

For milk-based drinks (cappuccino, latte macchiato, mocha), choose the 160ml cup which leaves room for steamed milk and foam.

Porcelain material for coffee cups in the Italian tradition, for three main reasons:

• Heat retention — the thick walls of porcelain keep coffee hot for 4-6 minutes, versus 2-3 minutes in thin glass. Essential for slow Italian coffee tasting.
• Inertness of taste — porcelain is chemically neutral and does not impart any unwanted tastes to the coffee. Some glasses or plastics alter the aromas.
• Crema preservation — the flared inner surface of the porcelain cup preserves the crema (signature golden foam of espresso) longer than a straight-sided glass.
• Professional durability — resistance to thermal shock and industrial dishwasher detergents, bar-restaurant standard.

Glass remains relevant for visually appealing drinks (layered latte macchiato, iced coffee), but classic espresso is traditionally served in porcelain.

The two formats serve distinct purposes:

• 70ml espresso cup — height ~6cm, rim diameter ~5.5cm. For ristretto, espresso, espresso lungo, macchiato. Flared interior shape preserves the crema and concentrates the aromas.
• 160ml cappuccino cup — height ~7-8 cm, rim diameter ~8 cm. For cappuccino, latte macchiato, and Americano. Wider shape with a flared rim to hold milk foam and allow for latte art.

For a complete setup, it's ideal to have both sizes — the 70ml for your daily espresso routine, and the 160ml for morning cappuccinos or when guests arrive. Both fit perfectly in a home kitchen or office coffee corner.

Yes, our Lavazza porcelain cups are dishwasher safe, including for intensive professional use (bar-restaurant, brasserie).

• Recommended program — standard cycle 55-65 °C, conventional porcelain-compatible detergents
• Avoid prolonged ultra-high temperature cycles (>75°C) which may, in the very long term, slightly alter the printed logo (but not the porcelain itself)
• Good pro practice — place cups upside down in the top basket, with enough space to prevent them from bumping against each other during washing

To preserve the new appearance of cups in home use, a quick rinse with warm water immediately after use (before the coffee grounds dry) reduces the aggressiveness of the dishwasher cycle required.

Lavazza signature cups offer several advantages over generic porcelain:

• Italian-calibrated sizes — 70 ml and 160 ml — respect the Italian espresso tradition. Many generic cups are larger (80-100 ml for espresso) and dilute the experience.
• Flared interior shape — designed to preserve crema . A detail that generic manufacturers don't take into account.
• Consistency of service — if you already use Lavazza machines and capsules (A Modo Mio, Blue, Espresso Point), having matching cups creates a range consistency appreciated in professional coffee.
• Pro-quality robustness — high-density porcelain, tested for intensive bar-restaurant dishwasher use.

For corporate gifts or coffee gift sets, the Lavazza brand adds a perceived value superior to generic cups.

Yes — in our current range, cups and saucers are sold separately. This has two advantages:

• Ordering flexibility — you can buy just the cups if you already have saucers or trays, or vice versa to complete a damaged collection
• Savings — if you only serve at home on a wooden or marble tray, saucers are optional, that's savings per batch.

For a complete traditional Italian service (bar, hotel, restaurant), it is recommended to have matching saucers : they prevent splashing in case of spilled coffee, allow you to place the spoon and sugar, and reinforce the perception of quality of the service.

We offer:

• 12 x 70ml espresso cups + 12 x matching saucers
• 6 cappuccino cups (160 ml) + 6 matching saucers