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Banner Groß-Umstadt (Germany) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Banner Groß-Umstadt (Germany) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Banner Groß-Umstadt (Germany) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This shot glass carries the official banner of Groß-Umstadt, a town in Hesse, Germany, built around a silver embattled city wall and towers on a deep blue field.

Visual Elements & Composition

Blue dominates the banner, with white and red as the supporting colours. The city wall and its towers fill the centre of the field, drawn in flat, clean silhouettes that read clearly from a short distance. Two smaller shields sit within the design: one carries three red chevrons on gold, and the other shows a black cross on silver. The overall layout is formal and symmetrical, with the heraldic shapes arranged for quick recognition.

Meaning & Symbolism

The walls and towers stand for the town itself, a fortified place with its own civic identity. The two inescutcheons recall the historical rulers who shared authority over Groß-Umstadt: the Counts of Hanau, whose red chevrons appear on gold, and the Imperial Abbey of Fulda, marked by its black cross. Together they tie the banner to the long lineage of the Hesse region. The emblem was formally adopted on 18 May 1984.

Held Close at the Rim

A shot glass is small and held close, so the shield and its towers come into view right at the rim as the glass is lifted. The blue field reads well against the straight, clear sides of the glass, and the central wall sits where the eye lands first. It is a compact way to keep a piece of German civic heraldry on a home bar or a travel shelf.

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Compact, heavy-based shot glasses made from clear, restaurant-grade glass. One standard size (1.5 oz / ≈44.3 ml) — sturdy, stack-friendly, and built to handle frequent service without fuss.

These shot glasses feel solid in the hand thanks to a thick, weighty base that keeps them steady on busy bar tops. The walls are even and clear, giving a nice, unobstructed view of the pour; the rim is smoothed for comfortable sipping.

They’re engineered for regular use: consistent dimensions, dependable weight, and a simple silhouette that suits both casual venues and more formal tasting counters. Designed to perform rather than show off.

  • Material: 100% clear glass for pure clarity and clean presentation.
  • Capacity: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml) — standard shot measure.
  • Base: heavy solid glass base that reduces tipping and improves balance.
  • Construction: restaurant-grade durability for frequent handling and washing.
  • Print-ready: suitable for single-sided print applications that withstand typical use.

Perfect for quick pours, samplers, and neat shots. Their compact footprint makes them easy to place on trays and tasting lines, while the heavier base keeps things steady during service.

  1. Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
  2. Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
  3. Events: robust enough for pop-ups, festivals, and busy bartending shifts.

Storage tip: store upright and avoid tight stacking to protect rims and preserve clarity.

Dishwasher-safe for everyday cleaning — place on the top rack and use a normal household cycle. Repeated exposure to very high commercial temperatures can shorten glass life, so choose gentler programs where practical.

When you want to extend clarity and finish: hand-wash with warm water, a mild detergent, and a soft cloth; dry right away to avoid water spots. Handle by the body (not the rim) to reduce accidental chipping.

One size only: 1.5 oz (≈44.3 ml). Use the dimensions below for shelving, packaging, or tray planning.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

1.5 oz
Height (in) 2.40
Top diameter (in) 1.40

Note: dimensions are nominal; small manufacturing tolerances may apply. Allow a margin if precise stacking or packaging is required.