Moscow Mule Cocktail Mug（2oz / 12oz / 16oz）

Description

Product Overview

The Moscow Mule cocktail mug is a handle-less, hammered copper-plated tumbler built in three practical sizes: 2 oz (60 ml) for tasting flights and shots, 12 oz (350 ml) for standard cocktails, and 16 oz (500 ml) for large-format mules and craft drinks. Unlike handled mule mugs, this silhouette is a smooth belly cup with a rolled rim — easy to hold, easy to stack, and easy to chill. Each size is deep-drawn from 304 stainless steel with a 0.6 mm wall, then hand-hammered and copper-plated before being sealed with a clear food-safe lacquer. The interior is left as raw silver stainless steel, so lime, ginger beer and vodka keep their clean flavor with no metallic aftertaste.

Product Specifications

Parameter	2 oz	12 oz	16 oz
Capacity	60 ml / 2 oz	350 ml / 12 oz	500 ml / 16 oz
Dimensions (Ø × H)	Ø 48 × H 55 mm	Ø 83 × H 116 mm	Ø 94 × H 128 mm
Material	304 stainless steel + copper plating + food-safe lacquer
Wall thickness	0.6 mm
Surface texture	hammered dimple finish
Color (outer / inner)	Copper / Silver (raw stainless)
Handle	None — handle-less tumbler / cocktail cup design
Finish options	Copper (stock) · Gold plating · Black PVD · Gunmetal · Antique brass · Matte · Rainbow PVD · Custom painting/logo
MOQ	500 pcs per size (stock) · 500 pcs (custom logo)
Lead time	20–50 days (depends on quantity)
Certification	Item can pass LFGB (EU) & FDA (US) food-grade testing
Packaging	Individual white box / custom gift box / poly bag / branded carton

Three-Layer Construction

Layer (outside → inside)	Function
① Clear food-safe lacquer	Seals the copper plating, prevents tarnish and water spots while keeping the hammered texture visible
② Copper plating (20 µm)	Delivers the classic copper color; plated over the hammer marks so the dimple pattern stays tactile
③ 304 stainless steel core (0.6 mm)	Food-safe, durable structural body — rust-proof and dent-resistant
Drink contact surface	Raw 304 stainless (silver) — neutral taste, safe for acidic ginger beer and citrus

Why Handle-less?

Dropping the handle changes how the cup performs behind the bar and in front of the customer:

• Faster chilling — without a handle insulating the hand, the cup pulls more cold from the freezer and keeps a mule colder longer
• Better stackability — handle-less cups nest inside each other, saving glass-rail and storage space
• Cup-dispenser friendly — the smooth belly shape fits standard cup dispensers and flight carriers used in tasting rooms
• Modern cocktail aesthetic — the hammered copper reads as a premium tumbler rather than a traditional handled mug
• Lower shipping cube — nesting reduces the carton volume per piece, especially for the smaller 2 oz size

Full Capacity Range

Capacity	Typical use
2 oz (60 ml) — this line	Tasting flights, shots, espresso martinis, amuse-bouche cocktails
12 oz (350 ml) — this line	Standard cocktails, small-format mules, individual restaurant service
16 oz (500 ml) — this line	Large-format mules, craft beer cocktails, shareable pours
500 ml standard handled mug	Classic handled Moscow mule presentation
500 ml TALL handled mug	Slim tall format for stem-style presentations
630 ml wide-mouth cup	Jumbo single serve, 21 oz pours

One supplier, one finish family, one production line. Mix sizes and finishes in a single container to lower per-SKU inventory risk and build a tiered retail program.

Customization Options

We run full OEM/ODM programs on this product. Everything below can be customized to your brand — typically with no tooling fee on stock shapes.

• • Logo — Laser engraving (reveals bright stainless through copper for a sharp two-tone mark), silk-screen printing, full-color heat transfer, embossing or debossing. Send vector files (AI / EPS / PDF, 300 dpi).

• • Color & Finish — Stock: hammered copper + silver inner. Custom: gold plating, black PVD, gunmetal, antique brass, matte, rainbow PVD, custom painting. The hammer pattern stays consistent across every finish.
  • Packaging — Individual white box, custom gift box, hang tag, barcode sticker, branded outer carton. The 2 oz size is popular as flight-set packaging; 12/16 oz work as single or pair sets.

• Size Mix — Order 2 oz / 12 oz / 16 oz in any ratio. All three share the same belly silhouette and finish family, so your shelf set looks intentional and uniform.

Material & Craftsmanship

Each cocktail mug is deep-drawn from a single sheet of 304 stainless steel with a 0.6 mm wall. After forming, the body is hand-hammered by skilled workers — the dimples are pressed into the steel, not printed — then copper-plated to a uniform 20 µm and sealed with a clear food-safe lacquer. The rolled rim is added for a smooth lip feel and added rim strength. Because there is no handle, the body can be nested more tightly and cleaned without catching water in crevices. The raw silver interior is left uncoated so acidic cocktails and citrus garnishes never interact with the plated exterior.

How Customization Works

1. Send your spec — Tell us size mix, finish, logo and MOQ. We reply with a quote in 24 h.
2. Sample approval — We produce a pre-production sample for your approval.
3. Confirm & deposit — You approve the sample and place the order with deposit.
4. Production — Bulk production with in-line quality checks at every stage.
5. Inspection — Third-party inspection (SGS / Intertek) available before shipping.
6. Ship & deliver — FOB / CIF / DDP shipping to your port or Amazon FBA.

Quality Assurance

• Item can pass LFGB (EU) and FDA (US) food-grade testing
• In-line QC at forming, hammering, plating, lacquer and packing stages
• Third-party inspection (SGS / Intertek / TÜV) available

Applications

🍸 Moscow mules & ginger beer cocktails · 🥃 Tasting flights & cocktail samplers · 🍹 Craft cocktail bars · 🎁 Gift sets & retail boxed sets · 🏨 Hotels & restaurants · 🛒 E-commerce resale · 🏠 Home bars · 🥂 Events & weddings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your MOQ for the cocktail mugs?

500 pieces per size for the stock hammered copper + silver finish. The same 500-piece minimum applies to custom logo orders. You can mix 2 oz, 12 oz and 16 oz in one container to lower the effective per-size minimum.

Does this mug have a handle?

No — this is a handle-less cocktail cup / tumbler. The handle-less design makes it stackable, cup-dispenser friendly and faster to chill. If you need a handled version, see our 500 ml standard Moscow mule mug or 630 ml wide-mouth cup.

Is it solid copper?

No. It is 304 stainless steel with a copper-plated exterior, which is the professional standard for cocktail cups. Solid copper tarnishes quickly and reacts with acidic drinks. The raw stainless interior gives a neutral taste and is easy to maintain.

Can I get a sample before bulk order?

Yes. Free samples are available for the stock copper + silver finish (you cover courier cost, typically USD 30–60 by DHL / FedEx). For custom PVD finishes or custom logo prototypes, sample fees are USD 50–300, refunded against your bulk order.

What is the lead time?

20–50 days (depends on quantity) from deposit to ex-factory. Sea freight to North America adds 18–25 days; to Europe 28–35 days. Air freight is available for time-sensitive orders.

Which size is best for a tasting flight?

The 2 oz (60 ml) size is purpose-built for flights, samplers and mini cocktails. It nests well in custom flight carriers and gives a premium copper look without the cost of a full-size mug. Bars often pair it with the 12 oz or 16 oz for a complete tiered set.

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