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The Karaca Hilal is a 4-piece porcelain coffee cup set sized at 85ml per cup. It serves Turkish coffee and espresso-style beverages in breakfast services, café settings, and hospitality environments. The set includes two cups and two saucers with a multi-colour decorative finish.
Commercial Application
This cup format supports traditional Turkish coffee service in hotels, restaurants, and specialty coffee operations. Porcelain construction maintains heat during plated service and table presentation. The 85ml capacity matches standard Turkish coffee pour volumes used across breakfast buffets and à la carte service.
Operators use these cups during morning service, afternoon coffee rounds, and banquet beverage stations. The saucer format allows stable tray transport in multi-level room service and conference catering. Four-piece configuration permits two simultaneous covers per set.
Key Operational Advantages
- 85ml cup capacity matches Turkish coffee and single espresso pour standards
- Porcelain body retains heat during plated service and table presentation
- Dishwasher-safe construction suits commercial glasswasher cycles
- Saucer diameter of 11cm provides stable tray transport
- Multi-colour decoration maintains visual identity across table settings
- Set configuration supplies two covers per purchase unit
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | 000001000019212001 |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
Construction & Build Quality
The cups and saucers are manufactured from vitrified porcelain. This material withstands repeated thermal cycles in commercial glasswashers and maintains glaze integrity under daily handling. CE certification confirms compliance with food contact material standards applicable in UK, EU, USA, and Canadian commercial kitchens.
- Vitrified porcelain body rated for commercial glasswasher cycles
- Glaze layer resists staining from coffee oils and tannins
- CE-certified for food contact material compliance
- 8cm cup diameter and 11cm saucer diameter standardised across set
Suitable Operations
- Coffee shops
- Hotel breakfast services
- Restaurants
- Office canteens
- Catering businesses
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar supplies the Karaca Hilal set from UK stock to buyers in the UK, Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East, and Africa. Freight quotations cover bulk orders for hotel groups, restaurant chains, and catering operations requiring matching cup inventory. Delivery lead times reflect order volume and destination customs clearance requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What cup capacity is required for standard Turkish coffee service?
A: Turkish coffee service typically uses 60ml to 90ml cup volumes. The 85ml capacity in this set matches traditional pour standards and allows space for foam presentation. Operators serving double portions require 120ml to 150ml cup formats.
Q: How many daily cycles can porcelain cups withstand in commercial glasswashers?
A: Vitrified porcelain withstands hundreds of thermal cycles when operated within manufacturer temperature limits. Pre-rinse protocols and correct detergent concentration extend service life. Replace units when glaze crazing or rim chips appear.
Q: Does the multi-colour decoration affect glasswasher durability?
A: Decoration applied under glaze resists detergent abrasion and maintains colour fastness through repeated wash cycles. Surface-applied decoration requires hand washing to prevent degradation. Confirm decoration method with supplier before specifying commercial glasswasher use.
Q: What saucer diameter supports stable tray transport in room service?
A: Saucers from 10cm to 12cm diameter provide stable footprint on service trays during transport. The 11cm saucer in this set balances tray density with anti-tip performance. Tray mat liners reduce movement during elevator and corridor transit.
Q: How many sets are required per 50-cover breakfast service?
A: Budget 1.5 to 2 cups per cover for breakfast beverage service including refills. A 50-cover operation requires 75 to 100 cups, or 38 to 50 sets of this configuration. Add 20% buffer inventory for glasswasher rotation and breakage replacement.