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Cup sizes for cappuccinos?

Postby David 23 on Thu Aug 13, 2009 5:18 pm

It seems there is a pretty wide variation in cup sizes, particularly "cappuccino" cups. What is the typical size for a capp with a double shot? I have seen 6oz, 8oz, and 9oz. as well as even larger. Are the 6 oz cups normally used for single shot capps? Any info is appreciated that might help me get this straight.
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Postby JimWright on Thu Aug 13, 2009 6:03 pm

Insert bra cup size joke here.

Not being a capp. drinker, I can't comment on the substance of the question, but a question about cup sizing seemed bound to bring it out eventually. ;)
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Postby Worldman on Thu Aug 13, 2009 6:32 pm

JimWright wrote:Insert bra cup size joke here.

Not being a capp. drinker, I can't comment on the substance of the question, but a question about cup sizing seemed bound to bring it out eventually. ;)


LOL!

BTW, I use a 6.5 oz Nuova Point cup for both single and double capps.

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Postby ddr on Thu Aug 13, 2009 6:39 pm

I am using this reference:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cappuccino

because it agrees with my preference. 5 - 6 oz.
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Postby malachi on Fri Aug 14, 2009 4:03 pm

5.5oz (tulip, bowl or traditional cup).
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Postby narc on Sat Aug 15, 2009 6:18 pm

Bit of a traditionalist. ~5:1 ratio in a 5-7oz cup.
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Postby howard seth on Sat Aug 15, 2009 6:32 pm

I bought a nice, thick 5 oz. cup for cappuccinos recently. I found it a bit too small; now, I use it for that other hot drink (tea). I would buy at least a 6 oz. cup next time.

I also like those glass cups - so you can see the foam from the side; cappuccinos are a handsome drink.

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