{"product_id":"tasting-ceramic-cup","title":"Tasting Ceramic Cup","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"fp-body-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.78em;letter-spacing:0.18em;text-transform:uppercase;opacity:0.55;margin:0 0 1.2em 0;font-weight:500\"\u003ePorcelain · Unhandled · 8.5 oz · Four colors\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)\"\u003eModern unhandled, four colors, espresso-sized. The Tasting Cup is what you reach for at a cupping table, light, balanced, no handle to read the temperature of. The ceramic stays cool to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:1em;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 1.2em 0\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTasting Ceramic Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e is an unhandled porcelain espresso cup in four matte finishes: black, blue, grey, red. Holds 8.5 oz, sized for espresso, cortado, or loose-leaf tea.\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\"\u003eNo handle. Better grip.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \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 cup\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\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003ePorcelain, matte glazed exterior\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\"\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eUnhandled espresso\/tea cup\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\"\u003e8.5 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 in × Ø 3.15 in (3 in × 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\"\u003eBase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-align:right;font-weight:500\"\u003eUnglazed, textured ceramic\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\"\u003eBlack, Blue, Grey, Red, matte exterior\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\"\u003eYes\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\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, just a few rules keep the matte glaze looking sharp.\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\u003eDishwasher safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top rack preferred, especially for darker colors. The matte finish can lighten slightly over many cycles at high heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand wash for longevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm water, soft sponge, standard dish soap. Rinse, dry, done.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid abrasive scrubbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel wool and rough sponges scratch the matte glaze. Use the soft side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unglazed base prevents chips when stacked. Six cups nest cleanly in a small cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:0.4em 0;line-height:1.6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee stains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak overnight in warm water with a tablespoon of baking soda. Rinse in the morning, the stain lifts.\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 no handle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eUnhandled cups are a Scandinavian and Japanese design tradition, simpler to store, easier to grip, more tactile. Your hand wraps around the warmth instead of hooking a narrow loop. It feels closer to the ritual.\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 8.5 oz too large for espresso?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eIt is larger than a traditional demitasse (2–3 oz), but it is sized for modern espresso drinks: double shots, cortados, macchiatos, or a small pour-over. It also works well for loose-leaf tea or matcha.\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 color should I pick?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eBlack is minimal and hides stains. Grey is neutral, pairs with any table setting. Blue is calm, slightly coastal. Red is warm, visually bold. All four are matte, slightly textured to the touch.\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\"\u003eWhy is the base unglazed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eAn unglazed base prevents slipping on smooth counters and protects the glaze when stacking. It is a functional detail borrowed from Japanese pottery, raw ceramic underfoot, smooth glaze where your lips touch.\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 hot drinks?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.65;opacity:0.82\"\u003eYes. Porcelain retains heat well but does not burn your palm. 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