Tea Cups & Saucers for Afternoon Tea at Home
At The Tea Trolley, we serve afternoon tea daily in our historic tea room in Delta, Pennsylvania. We use every tea cups & saucers we sell in our actual service — ensuring quality, authenticity, and Victorian tradition in every detail.
What Are Tea Cups & Saucers?
Tea cups and saucers are more than just vessels—they're essential elements of proper afternoon tea etiquette. Bone china and porcelain cups are traditional choices that offer both beauty and functionality, maintaining the perfect temperature for your tea.
How to Choose the Best Tea Cups & Saucers
Material Quality
Bone china is the traditional choice for afternoon tea, offering elegance and durability. Porcelain is also excellent and often more affordable.
Size and Shape
Traditional tea cups are smaller than mugs, holding about 6-8 ounces. The shape should be comfortable to hold and complement your tea set.
Matching Sets
Consider whether you want a complete matching set or individual pieces. Sets ensure coordinated elegance, while mix-and-match allows more creativity.
Why Our Tea Cups & Saucers Is Different
Tea Room Tested
Every tea cups & saucers we sell is brewed and served in our working tea room.
Victorian Tradition
Selected with traditional afternoon tea service in mind.
Expert Curation
We focus on a small number of excellent tea cups & saucers, not endless options.
Tea Cups & Saucers for Gifting
Tea Cups & Saucers from The Tea Trolley makes a wonderful gift for any tea enthusiast. Our selections are beautifully packaged and perfect for birthdays, Mother's Day, Christmas, anniversaries, and other special occasions.
Perfect for Tea Lovers
Thoughtful gifts that show you understand their passion for tea
Great for Any Occasion
Birthdays, Mother's Day, Christmas, anniversaries, and more
Elegant Presentation
Beautifully packaged gifts that make a lasting impression
Shop Tea Cups & Saucers
Browse our selection of premium tea cups & saucers in our gift shop, or visit us in person at The Tea Trolley in Delta, Pennsylvania.
Tea Cups & Saucers FAQs
What's the difference between bone china and porcelain?
Bone china contains bone ash, making it thinner, lighter, and more translucent than porcelain. Both are excellent choices for afternoon tea, with bone china being the traditional premium option.
Why are tea cups smaller than coffee mugs?
Traditional tea cups hold 6-8 ounces, allowing you to enjoy the tea while it's still hot. Smaller cups also support proper tea service etiquette and portion control.
Do I need matching saucers?
While not strictly necessary, saucers are part of traditional afternoon tea service. They catch drips, provide a place to rest your spoon, and complete the elegant presentation.
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