There’s a cup for every occasion in our large array of products. We have the solution if you’re looking to brew a luscious cup of coffee, a delicate cup of tea, or comforting hot chocolate.
In the world of crockery, when it comes to cups, they’re placed in one of two categories – cups and mugs. Both are drinkware used for serving hot beverages but what is the difference?
Cups are the smaller of the two and are often used for the service of tea. They feature a handle and are commonly served on a saucer. These vessels are available in many shapes and sizes with a base that is smaller than the mouth of the cup suitable for the consumer to enjoy the aromas of the tea they’re served which goes hand in hand with the taste.
Mugs are larger and have been popularised with the global consumption of coffee. These vessels are generally thicker and sturdier than a cup and they can be purchased with a handle, without one, or with two handles. Mugs are larger than cups and have a cylindrical shape with a base the same diameter as the mouth.
So, what needs to be considered when purchasing a cup or mug? First and foremost, the purpose. If you’re serving tea for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you’ll most certainly be looking to invest in a suitable cup and saucer. If it’s coffee or hot chocolate you have on the menu, you’ll need a suitable cup to serve this brew.
Considerations when selecting your range are the material this crockery item is made from to ensure it meets your needs. Porcelain, ceramic, stoneware and melamine cups & mugs are highly durable meaning they are suitable for busy businesses and they’re able to withstand continuous runs through commercial dishwashers. Melamine pieces are commonly used in health and aged care facilities as they are super-strong and non-porous so they won’t harbour bacteria that may upset the patient or residents’ stomachs.
There is an array of materials cups and mugs are made from. If you’d like to know more about these, our ‘Commercial Crockery Buying Guide’ provides all the information you may need to decide on the most suitable option for your establishment.
Selecting the appropriate range of cups and mugs for your establishment may seem like a trying endeavour but this need not be the case. Reward Hospitality has a dedicated team of Project and Product Consultants available to help. Our team will work with you to navigate our large range of products with expert advice to ensure you select the most appropriate solution for your budget and business needs.
Another service we provide is access to our state-of-the-art showrooms located throughout Australia and New Zealand by appointment only. We also have retail outlets open nationally providing you access to our products and retail team. Details about these locations are located on our website and you do not need an appointment to visit our retail outlets which are open Monday to Friday.
We hope you enjoy browsing our large range of crockery options available for purchase online. Our products are available for purchase 24/7 with delivery or click-and-collect options available. If there’s a particular item you’re searching for but can’t find, contact us and we’ll do our best to source it for you from our international network of suppliers.