Cappuccino Cups
Cappuccino cups are wide-mouthed porcelain cups designed to hold espresso plus steamed milk foam, typically sized 15-20cl to leave room for latte art and a stable foam cap, used across cafés, pubs and hotel coffee service. The key buying consideration is a wide rim for foam presentation and a thick-walled vitrified body that holds heat during table service. “Cappuccino cups” is the plain buyer term.
Key specifications
Cappuccino cups run roughly 15-20cl with a wide, rounded bowl that gives steamed milk room to form a foam cap and shows off latte art. Vitrified porcelain is the standard body — thick-walled to hold heat through table service and dense enough to resist chipping on daily dishwasher cycles. Most ranges pair with a matching saucer and stack neatly for counter storage, and many operators buy them as part of a wider cup collection for a consistent look. Bone china appears at the premium hotel end, while a heavier, reinforced rim suits high-turnover café and pub service.
Cappuccino Cups — FAQs
What size cup is correct for a cappuccino?
A standard cappuccino cup holds 15-20cl, giving enough volume for a espresso shot plus steamed milk and foam without overflowing during pouring.
Do cappuccino cups need a matching saucer?
Yes — cappuccino cups are almost always sold and served with a matching saucer to catch drips and provide a stable surface for a spoon, and most ranges are sold as cup-and-saucer sets.