Description
Tea Cup – Where Versatility Meets Refined Presentation
The Imperial White Tea Cup delivers exceptional versatility through a refined 5 oz capacity, creating a balanced vessel that bridges beverage service and individual dessert presentation with ease. Designed for establishments that value thoughtful portioning and elevated presentation, this mid-size tea cup supports a wide range of applications—from traditional tea and specialty coffee service to elegant plated desserts and tasting menu courses. As part of the extensive Imperial White collection, this Tea Cup demonstrates how precise capacity and timeless form elevate both functionality and visual appeal across diverse dining concepts.
The refined Imperial White aesthetic provides a clean, sophisticated backdrop that enhances beverage clarity and dessert presentation, while excellent thermal properties help maintain ideal serving temperatures for both hot and cold preparations. Crafted from premium Imperial White china with a smooth, non-porous surface, the Tea Cup resists staining and supports easy maintenance in high-volume service environments. The 5 oz capacity is carefully balanced to deliver proper portions for concentrated beverages such as tea, specialty coffee, matcha, and hot chocolate, while also serving as an ideal vessel for individual desserts including crème brûlée, pots de crème, panna cotta, custards, and mousse. This thoughtful sizing reduces waste, supports consistent portion control, and aligns with fine dining standards where quality and presentation take precedence over excess volume.
Traditional Applications
The Imperial White Tea Cup excels in traditional tea service where a 5 oz capacity delivers appropriate portions for Chinese, Japanese, and specialty tea presentations, honoring established tea traditions while maintaining contemporary refinement. In specialty coffee programs, the cup provides an ideal vessel for cappuccino, flat white, and crafted coffee drinks, ensuring proper coffee-to-milk ratios while elevating presentation beyond standard cups. It also performs beautifully for matcha service, hot chocolate, and chai, where the mid-size capacity accommodates rich, concentrated beverages without overwhelming the guest.
For after-dinner beverage service, the Tea Cup offers a refined solution for tea, coffee, and digestifs, signaling attention to detail through proper portioning and elegant presentation. The Imperial White finish ensures seamless integration into upscale tabletop settings across fine dining, hotel, and resort environments.
Creative Applications
Beyond beverage service, the Tea Cup serves as an elegant alternative to traditional ramekins for individual dessert presentations. Its 5 oz capacity is ideal for crème brûlée, pots de crème, panna cotta, flan, custards, chocolate mousse, and individual tiramisu portions, while excellent heat retention supports baked desserts. The refined form enhances visual appeal and highlights pastry craftsmanship.
The cup also adapts seamlessly to savory applications, including chawanmushi-style egg custards, savory panna cotta with goat cheese or herbs, and warm soup amuse-bouche. In tasting menu and progressive dining formats, the Tea Cup works beautifully for beverage pairings, palate cleansers, and pre-dessert courses, allowing multiple courses to be served without overwhelming guests. It is equally well suited for breakfast applications such as yogurt parfaits, chia pudding, and warm oatmeal presentations.
Whether supporting traditional tea service, specialty coffee programs, refined dessert presentations, or creative tasting menu concepts, the Imperial White Tea Cup proves that thoughtful capacity selection and timeless design create lasting impressions across diverse culinary applications.
