9 Best Mugs and Glassware for Coffee Drinks

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Each coffee or espresso drink can certainly be served in any mug or cup of choice. Good espresso is one key element and of course, the frothy milk is another. But one important aspect of making the perfect latte, and enjoying it, is the coffee mug and glassware.

The average coffee mug, as we know it, is designed with one purpose in mind: to be a safe option for serving generic hot liquids. In other words, we can drink our favorite beverage without getting burned. Yet this says nothing about the vessel’s ability to enhance (or obscure) the flavors of our coffee.

There’s just something super satisfying about an over-sized mug that’s filled to the brim with frothy milk-espresso goodness. The best part is always the latte art that’s decorated on top.

Here is an overview of the different glass types that can be used for these drinks:

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1 Done	Tiny Demitasse Espresso Cup Demitasse (dem-E-tas) is French for "half cup." This small coffee cup holds about 2 to 4 fluid ounces (60 to 100 milliliters). They are half the size of a regular coffee cup, hence the name "half cup." Small ceramic mug or cup that holds up to 4 ounces hot drinks.
2 Done	Medium Ceramic Mag Perfect for 6 to 10-ounce hot drinks.
3 Done	Large Ceramic Cup Perfect for 10 to 14-ounce hot drinks. Preferred for latte art.
4 Done	Medium Ridged Glass A clear glass with ridges on the sides that are perfect for smaller 6 to 10-ounce hot drinks containing cream. This glass doesn’t have a handle and so can get very hot, which is why it is recommended for drinks with cream that may be at a slightly cooler temperature.
5 Done	Large Clear Glass This type of glass holds 16 to 20 ounces and is great for frozen and iced coffee drinks. It also can be used for a few cocktails. It needs to be clear so you can see your beautiful creation!
6 Done	Irish Coffee Mag A unique, tall glass mug with a handle and a tiny stem base; it is representative of the Irish tradition and is best used for Irish-inspired drinks.
7 Done	Martini Glass The iconic V-shaped glass should be used for one thing: the martini.
8 Done	Rocks Glass The classic, clear, straight-sided glass with a flat bottom is perfect for numerous cocktails.
9 Done	Clear Glass Mag This clear mug typically holds up to 12-ounce drinks and has a handle, as it is often used for hot drinks.