Simons Maison
Grooved Modern Espresso Mug
The Grooved Modern Espresso Mug is a ceramic espresso cup featuring a grooved exterior and reactive glaze finish, exclusive to Simons Maison and designed in Canada. It holds 6.5 oz (192 ml) and measures 3 inches in diameter by 2.25 inches high, making it suitable for espresso or small hot beverages. The mug is dishwasher and microwave safe, with a hand-applied glaze that makes each piece unique.
- Material
- Ceramic
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Mugs
Size
Specifications
Modern espresso mug with embossed pattern and reactive glaze, handmade.
Dishwasher and microwave safe, 6.5 oz capacity, designed in Canada.
- Material
- Ceramic
- Style
- modern
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 3x3x2.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Tableware > Drinkware > Mugs
Additional Attributes
- exclusive
- designed in Canada
- embossed pattern
- reactive glaze
- hand-applied
- dishwasher safe
- microwave safe
- 6.5 oz capacity
Product Insights
This $7.50 espresso mug combines a unique hand-applied glaze (each piece differs from photos) with vertical grooves that improve grip and reduce perceived heat. Its 6.5 oz capacity and 3-inch diameter enhance crema aroma for cortados, cappuccinos, flat whites, pour-overs, and single-serve filter coffee, while the 2.25-inch height fits under standard portafilters. The reactive glaze creates a non-porous, stain-resistant, dishwasher-safe finish that is easy to clean, and matching tableware pieces share the same groove pattern and glaze.
Verified claims
- Uniqueness
- Each mug has a unique hand-applied reactive glaze pattern that may differ from product photos.
- Practical finish
- Reactive glaze produces a non-porous, stain-resistant, dishwasher-safe finish.
- Handling
- Vertical grooves improve grip and reduce perceived heat when the mug is hot.
- Grip when hot
- Grooves improve grip on the 3″ mug when hot.
- Drink compatibility
- 6.5 oz capacity fits cortados, cappuccinos, flat whites, and single-serve filter coffee.
- Crema surface
- 3-inch diameter spreads crema over a larger area, enhancing aroma.
- Single vessel
- The 6.5 oz mug works as a single vessel for a lungo or long black, avoiding the need for a larger cup.
- Clearance
- 2.25-inch height fits under most standard espresso machine portafilters, including the Gaggia Classic.
- Cleaning
- Shallow grooves and stain-resistant glaze enable easy cleaning by hand or dishwasher.
- Coordination
- Matching tableware pieces share the same embossed groove pattern, so the mug can be paired with plates, bowls, and cups from the range.
- Food safety
- The reactive glaze is made from food-grade materials and is expected to comply with Canadian lead and cadmium migration limits, though no mug-specific lab test results are published.
- Color accuracy
- Offered in Taupe, Green, and White, the hand-finished reactive glaze can make each mug's color appear slightly different in natural lighting than in product photos.
- Headspace
- The 6.5 oz mug leaves headspace above a cortado or piccolo, reducing sloshing and giving room to swirl milk into the crema without spilling.
- Handle clearance
- The rounded handle adds width but does not affect the mug's height clearance under espresso machine portafilters.
Product record
- Title
- Grooved Modern Espresso Mug
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 7.5 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesUses
Serving espresso with a modern touch
A small espresso mug for serving a short coffee at home, with a 6.5 ounce (192 ml) fill capacity. Its embossed pattern and modern hue are meant to add style to the table, according to the retailer. It is dishwasher and microwave safe for easy everyday use.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Grooved Modern Espresso Mug: Choose this if you want a small ceramic espresso mug with a modern, ribbed look: it holds 6.5 oz (192 ml), measures about 3 inches in diameter and 2.25 inches high, and comes in White, Taupe, and Green. Each piece has a hand-applied reactive glaze, so it is unique and may vary slightly from the photo, and it is dishwasher and microwave safe. Note that matching pieces are sold separately.[1,2] | Minimalist Mug: Choose this if you want an elegant minimalist ceramic mug for everyday meals, with a glossy cream glaze, thin darker rim detail, rounded body, and C-shaped handle. Its generous 15 oz. (450 ml) fill capacity plus dishwasher and microwave safety make it practical for daily coffee or tea. It comes in one size only, in Off White or Hazelnut colorways.[3,4,5] | Embossed Polka Dots White Mug: Choose this if you want a white ceramic mug with character: its slightly wavy silhouette and single row of evenly spaced embossed polka dots below a thin warm-beige rim give it a handcrafted look on a glossy finish. It holds 475 ml (16 oz.), measures about 3.5 inches in diameter by 4.5 inches tall, and is dishwasher and microwave safe. Note that matching pieces in the design are sold separately, so this listing is for the single mug.[6,7] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A short, wide ceramic espresso mug with vertical exterior grooves, a rounded side handle on the left, and a shallow foot ring; glossy interior and exterior finish.
- Body shapeCylindrical low-profile cup with a slightly wider rim than base and a visible shallow foot ring at the bottom
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.72 · h 0.32 (high) - Exterior textureEvenly spaced vertical grooves running from just under the rim down to the foot ring around the visible body
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.48 · h 0.30 (high) - HandleRounded closed-loop handle attached on the left side with the same glazed finish and color as the body
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.26 (high) - Interior finishSmooth glossy interior visible at the rim with light reflection on the inner surface
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Glaze and highlightsUniform glossy glaze producing soft specular highlights along rim and handle
Other
Studio-style product shot on a smooth reflective surface with neutral background and soft directional lighting from the right creating a faint reflection of the mug on the surface.
- Shot compositionCentered horizontal composition showing the mug in near-profile with the handle on the left
- BackgroundPlain neutral wall background with smooth tonal gradient from left to right
- Surface reflectionSoft vertical reflection of the mug visible on the glossy tabletop below the mug
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - LightingSoft directional lighting from the right producing gentle shadows to the left of the mug and highlights on the right rim
Colors
cream· body and handle#F6F1E5- Body shapeCylindrical low-profile cup with a slightly wider rim than base and a visible shallow foot ring at the bottom
- 02
Product
A single ribbed ceramic espresso mug shown from a mostly top-front side angle; cylindrical body with vertical grooves and a left-side loop handle in an off-white/cream matte finish.
- Body shapeCylindrical straight-sided cup with a flat base visible at the bottom edge and vertical fine grooves running the full visible height of the exterior.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.21 (high) - HandleSingle rounded loop handle attached at approximately mid-height on the left side of the cup, smoothly integrated and matching the cup color.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.30 · w 0.08 · h 0.13 (high) - Surface textureExterior shows regular, closely spaced vertical ribs/grooves giving a ridged texture; finish appears matte or low-sheen ceramic.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.21 (high) - Rim and base detailThin uniform rim at the top and a short untextured band at the base where grooves stop, both matching the cup color.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.24 · w 0.18 · h 0.21 (medium)
Other
Overhead styled product photograph showing the mug centered among matching ceramic tableware and cutlery on a light textured surface with soft directional lighting creating subtle shadows.
- Shot compositionOverhead / top-down styled arrangement with the mug centered among plates, a bowl, a creamer pitcher, a butter dish, forks, a spoon, and a small candle holder.
- Surrounding items - upper leftStacked plates and a smaller cup on the top-left quadrant, glazed with a slightly darker interior and a pale rim.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium) - Surrounding items - upper rightCreamer or small pitcher with a spout and handle, interior appears darker gray compared with exterior.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Surrounding items - lower leftLarge shallow bowl with a smooth glazed interior placed toward the bottom-left quadrant.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.59 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (high) - CutleryThree metal forks grouped and a single metal spoon placed near the bottom-right, all polished stainless finish reflecting light.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.87 · w 0.23 · h 0.13 (high) - Butter dish and candleOval butter dish with lid at right-center and a small round candle holder below the mug, both in similar pale ceramic tones.
2 regions
x 0.74 · y 0.60 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.47 · y 0.64 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light-textured surface background with soft directional lighting from upper left creating gentle shadows to the lower right.
Colors
warm cream· exterior body#CCC4BA- Body shapeCylindrical straight-sided cup with a flat base visible at the bottom edge and vertical fine grooves running the full visible height of the exterior.