{"product_id":"orb-ceramic-mug-wooden-ball-handle","title":"Orb Ceramic Mug","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"fp-body-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.14em;font-size:0.74em;font-weight:600;color:#9c5b34;margin:0 0 0.9em 0\"\u003eSame mug, every morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.15em;line-height:1.65;font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1em 0;color:rgba(0,0,0,0.78)\"\u003eYou reach for the same plain cylinder and loop every morning, and the cup disappears the moment you pick it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 1.2em 0\"\u003eYou reach for the same plain cylinder and loop every morning, and the cup disappears the moment you pick it up. The Orb refuses that grammar. A solid turned-wood ball replaces the handle, so the cup rolls into the cupped palm and sits warm against the fingers, while the porcelain body and matching flat saucer give the whole thing a deliberate weight on the table. The coffee is the same. The two minutes you spend with it stop feeling like nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left:2px solid currentColor;padding-left:1em;margin:1.5em 0 0 0;font-style:italic;font-weight:500;opacity:0.9\"\u003eA cup worth looking at while it cools.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"fp-body-discover\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fp-body-discover__inner\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fp-body-block\"\u003e\u003ch4 class=\"fp-body-h\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:0.5em\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eIn the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003e1 ceramic mug, gift-boxed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eBody material\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003ePorcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eHandle material\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eSolid turned wood, natural finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eCapacity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003e10.5 oz (11 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eH 3.1 in × Ø 2.9 in (7.8 × 3 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eMatte black, glossy white\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eSaucer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eFlat porcelain with slight rim, matches cup finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eHand wash recommended for wood handle longevity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eMicrowave safe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eYes (porcelain only, avoid prolonged heating of wood handle)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:space-between;gap:1.5em;padding:0.7em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"opacity:0.6;font-size:0.92em;flex-shrink:0\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eMug × 1, saucer × 1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"fp-body-block\"\u003e\u003ch4 class=\"fp-body-h\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0.7em;opacity:0.85\"\u003ePorcelain is forgiving. Wood prefers a gentle hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand wash preferred:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm water, mild soap, soft sponge. The dishwasher works in a pinch, but prolonged heat and detergent dry out the wooden handle over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry the handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe the wood ball immediately after washing. Trapped moisture between the wood and porcelain can loosen the bond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood conditioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once every few months, rub a drop of food-grade mineral oil into the handle to keep the grain from drying and cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrowave caution:\u003c\/strong\u003e The porcelain is microwave-safe, but avoid heating for more than 2 minutes, the wooden handle can get uncomfortably warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e \u003csection class=\"fp-body-block\"\u003e\u003ch4 class=\"fp-body-h\"\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:0.5em\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:1em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.5\"\u003eWhy a spherical handle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eIt is a tactile experiment. Your fingers wrap the sphere naturally, or your thumb rests on top while the hand cradles the side. Either grip feels more deliberate than hooking a finger through a loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:1em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.5\"\u003eHow much coffee does it hold?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003e10.5 oz to the brim, about 9 oz comfortably filled. That is a double espresso with room for milk, or a small pour-over, or a cortado with extra foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:1em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.5\"\u003eWhich finish should I pick?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eMatte black is subtle and modern, hides tannin stains better. Glossy white is bright and classic, shows every ring but cleans easily. Both pair with the same natural wood handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:1em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.5\"\u003eIs the wooden handle glued or screwed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eGlued with food-safe adhesive, then reinforced with a hidden pin for shear strength. It will not unscrew, but repeated soaking in a dishwasher can weaken the bond over time, hand washing extends the lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:1em 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.5\"\u003eCan I use it for tea?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eYes. The size is ideal for a single loose-leaf steep or a small pot pour. 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