The making of espresso is not only about the beverage. It is also about the espresso cups that demonstrate a sense of style. Espresso is not like the normal or other “average” beverages. Therefore, a great deal of attention has to be taken in the preparation of it, including the cups that are used to serve the beverage.
There are many different types of cups for serving espresso. Each type represents a different sense of style. In some European, Asian and African countries, cups are a representation of art. Therefore, the different types of glasses for espresso may be used to express different art forms.
Apart from the art and the style however, the purpose of the cups is also largely considered when making them. That is why the best types of cups for serving espresso are considered to be the ones that are double layered. This double layer effect helps to contain the heat within the espresso such that the cup does not become hot enough to burn the person taking in the espresso. There are many varieties of double layered glasses that are designed for espresso. Some are made of glass while others are just made of ceramic.
Some people may confuse “espresso cups” with other types of cups like the coffee mugs and cappuccino mugs. The cups designed for espresso, however, are in a unique class and should therefore not be confused with the rest. Cappuccino mugs, for example, are usually bigger since cappuccino is just espresso with milk and therefore the cup is expected to have a larger capacity.
There are some very trendy designs and brands of glasses for espresso in the market today. One popular type are of classic design which are made of glass. Such are double layered and are trimmed with chrome. In addition to that, the handles are made of chrome and they have small stands at the bottom to provide ample support that is required to lay them flat on the table.
There are also some trendy glass designs that are available in the egg-shape. Such cups do not have handles, but are double layered to provide enough insulation when you are holding them. One may obtain the style of glass cups they wish; whether that style be tinted, clear or colored glass.
Ceramic cups for espresso on the other hand, are much more widely available than glass cups. They come in a wide range of styles. Available are many different types of trims, depending on your preference. Some have gold trim while others come in silver trims. Ceramic cups are ideal for art expression and you can therefore get serving glasses with the art design that you would like. For people who prefer more classic designs, they can choose cups with Victorian designs.
You may also obtain dinnerware that already contain glasses for serving espresso. Some dinnerware sets come with ceramic cups for espresso. Other dinnerware sets come with stainless steel cups that have chrome handles and bases. Some popular dinnerware sets that have espresso cups available are Fiestaware and Gibson.
Sometimes you might need to use disposable espresso cups. Such glasses are also widely available but it is important to use green plastic cups. When a product claims that it is “green” it means that the cups are recyclable and are therefore environmental friendly. Such plastic cups or paper based cups are used to serve espressos during parties, at coffee shops or in places where there is a large number of guests.
With such a large variety of espresso cups available you should have no excuse to not to serve espresso in the style that matches the occasion.