Features
Usage & Compatibility
The traditional Italian cappuccino is served in a 150-180 mL — the Lavazza 160 mL adheres to this standard Italian bar size. Classic composition: 1/3 espresso (40 mL) + 1/3 hot milk (60 mL) + 1/3 milk foam (60 mL). The espresso should remain visible at the bottom, and the foam should slightly overflow the rim — the 160 mL cup allows for this characteristic vertical structure.
Lavazza premium porcelain material — dense, thermally stable, preheatable in a cup warmer or with hot water before serving. Porcelain retains heat approximately 30% longer than a paper cup or thin glass mug, ensuring an optimal taste experience for 3-5 minutes .
Lavazza's signature sleek Italian design — optimized conical interior curve for visual extraction of layers (espresso, milk, foam), ergonomic handle. Set of 6 — perfect for bar/café service. Note : Matching saucers available separately — see Lavazza Cappuccino Saucers x6 (#60464) for a complete set.
Compatibility: Italian cappuccino 150-180 mL, short latte macchiato, bar-served hot chocolate
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why 160 mL — Italian bar standard?
160 ml is the standard Italian bar for a classic cappuccino. The unwritten but universal standard in Italy:
- 150 mL — short/dense, Rome and southern Italy.
- 160 mL — standard cappuccino bar, most regions.
- 180 mL — ample cappuccino , Milan and north.
- 200 mL+ — latte macchiato or caffè latte — exceeds the traditional definition of cappuccino.
The 160 mL Lavazza cup therefore respects the most common Italian bar consensus — perfect balance between espresso density, milk body and foam volume
What are the ideal ingredients for a cappuccino?
Italian standard 1/3 · 1/3 · 1/3 :
- Espresso extract 25-40 mL — intense aromatic base. Extraction 25-30 sec, fine grind.
- Hot milk 50-70 mL — heated 60-65 °C with the steam nozzle (never more, otherwise it will have a burnt, lactosey taste).
- Milk foam 50-70 mL — micro-foam velvet, not "large bubble" foam.
Latte art technique : pour frothed milk in a concentric ring to create a rosette, heart, or tulip. The 160 mL cup is perfectly suited for basic designs (rosette, heart).
Dishwasher and microwave safe?
Yes to both :
- Dishwasher safe — premium porcelain withstands standard cycles (60-70°C) without any problems. Avoid very high temperature cycles (>75°C) which can dull the enamel over time.
- Microwave safe — suitable for quickly reheating a cooled cappuccino (e.g., 20-30 seconds). Caution : the porcelain can become very hot — use an oven mitt.
- Preheat cup — rinse with hot water or microwave for 5 seconds before serving to preserve the coffee temperature (Italian bar tip).
Matching saucers?
Yes, sold separately — the Lavazza Cappuccino Saucers (#60464) are a set of 6 matching porcelain saucers, specifically designed for the 160 mL cups of this product. Signature Lavazza design. For a complete 6-person service, order both products together.
Other Lavazza cup sizes?
Our Lavazza porcelain tableware :
- Espresso 70 mL x12 — traditional Italian espresso cups. See lot #60407.
- Espresso saucers 70 mL x12 — See lot #60429.
- Cappuccino 160 mL x6 — this product.
- Cappuccino saucers x6 — See lot #60464.
For XL 240 mL latte service = no Lavazza porcelain available at this time, use 24 cl cardboard takeaway cups or commercially available tempered glass glasses.
Origin and quality of Lavazza porcelain?
Made in Italy — Lavazza tableware is produced by partner Italian manufacturers according to Lavazza's quality specifications (design, dimensional tolerances, thermal and mechanical resistance). Premium porcelain is denser than standard porcelain: 2.4-2.5 g/cm³ vs. 2.2 g/cm³ for entry-level porcelain. It offers above-average resistance to thermal shock (hot/cold shock) and scratches from metal cutlery . Expected lifespan in bar/café use: ~5-8 years with intensive use, ~15-20 years in home/brunch use.
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