The Cortado Cup

Gather & pour

$38.00

A small , handless cup designed for espresso and milk. 

Its compact form and open rim allows the aroma of freshly brewed coffee to come through. The simple cylindrical shape sits comfortably in the hand and makes it easy to enjoy a cortados, cappuccinos and other small coffees. 

Each cup is handmade from stoneware and finished with a natural glaze that highlights the depth and variation of the firing. Subtle shifts in tone and surface make every piece unique. 

Small, simple, made for everyday use. 

Color Walnut
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Wheel-thrown stoneware
Food safe glaze
Dishwasher safe, though handwashing is recommended

Approx. Capacity: 5 oz
Approx. height: 2 - 2.5 in
Approx. diameter: 3- 3.5 in
Measurements may vary slightly due to the handmade process.

  • All YV Ceramics pieces are handmade from durable stoneware and fired at high temperatures for everyday use.
  • Dishwasher safe, though hand washing is recommended to preserve the finish.
  • Microwave safe.
  • Avoid sudden temperature changes (for example, moving from freezer to oven).
  • Small variations in shape, glaze, and speckling are part of the handmade process and make each piece unique.
  • With proper care, your piece should last for many years of daily use.

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Finished by hand

Made in small batches

Shaped on the wheel

from clay to kiln

From raw clay to its finished form, each piece passes through multiple stages of throwing, trimming, glazing and firing, resulting in subtle variations that make it one of a kind. 

Every Piece Shaped by Careful Hands

At YV Ceramics, each cup, bowl, and spoon rest begins as a lump of clay gently coaxed into shape by skilled hands. We work in small batches to ensure every item carries its own story.

No two pieces are exactly alike. This slow, attentive process invites you to appreciate the subtle textures and warm imperfections that make our ceramics feel like a quiet hug in your home.

THE PROCESS