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De'Longhi
From the espresso machine experts. Double-wall glass keeps your shot hot while your fingers stay cool—watching crema through the clear glass is half the ritual.
Borosilicate Glass
2 oz
2
Double
| Product | Rating | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Walled Espresso Cups Set Best De'Longhi | 4.7 | $25 | View |
 Logo Espresso Cup Set of 6 illy | 4.8 | $65 | View |
 Porcelain Espresso Cups Set of 6 Sweese | 4.5 | $20 | View |
 Sorrento Espresso Cup Set Value Nuova Point | 4.6 | $32 | View |
 Pavina Double Wall Espresso Set Bodum | 4.6 | $22 | View |
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De'Longhi
From the espresso machine experts. Double-wall glass keeps your shot hot while your fingers stay cool—watching crema through the clear glass is half the ritual.
Borosilicate Glass
2 oz
2
Double
illy
The cups you see in Italian cafes. illy has served espresso since 1933—these thick-walled porcelain cups maintain temperature perfectly while looking authentically Italian.
Porcelain
3 oz
6
Italy
Sweese
Espresso service without the espresso price tag. Six cups with matching saucers in cheery colors—your morning shot deserves a proper vessel.
Porcelain
2.5 oz
12 (cups + saucers)
Yes
Nuova Point
What Italian bars actually use. Commercial-grade thick porcelain stays warm to the last sip—no fancy design, just perfect function.
Porcelain
3 oz
6
Commercial
Bodum
The espresso appears to float. Bodum's double-wall design creates visual magic while keeping your espresso hot and your hands comfortable.
Borosilicate Glass
2.5 oz
2
Double
Espresso is meant to be small—25-30ml of concentrated coffee. Large cups cause rapid heat loss and dilute the experience. The small size is intentional: espresso is a shot, not a serving.
Saucers aren't pretentious—they're practical. They catch drips, provide a place for your spoon, and protect surfaces from hot cups. For serving guests, saucers are essential. For solo morning shots, optional.
Porcelain retains heat better and is traditional. Glass looks stunning and lets you admire crema layers. Traditionalists choose porcelain; modernists choose glass. Neither is wrong—it's about your ritual.
Espresso is only 1-2 oz of hot liquid—it loses heat rapidly. Cold cup = lukewarm espresso instantly. Pre-warming adds 30 seconds to preparation but dramatically improves the experience. All serious cafes pre-warm.
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