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Banner of the Blueshirts (Ireland) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Banner of the Blueshirts (Ireland) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Banner of the Blueshirts (Ireland) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A stark, flat-vector reproduction of the banner used by the Blueshirts, built from a light azure field crossed by a broad red saltire.

Visual Elements & Composition

Cornflower blue fills most of the rectangular field, and crimson red makes up the rest in a single bold diagonal. The saltire, or St Patrick's Cross, runs corner to corner across the field, so the cross itself is the only figure. There is no lettering or ornament, and the high contrast between the two colours does all the work.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Army Comrades Association, later the National Guard and known widely as the Blueshirts, carried this banner in the Irish Free State from 1932 to 1935. The red saltire of St Patrick's Cross ties the movement to Irish identity, while the blue field and the plain geometry speak to the group's themes of patriotic sacrifice and militant discipline. As a historical artefact, it marks one specific and turbulent chapter of Irish political life.

A Plain Banner at Shot Scale

A shot glass is small and held close, so a design built on one bold diagonal and two colours reads at a glance across the glass. The cross reaches the rim as the glass is turned in the hand, and the simplicity suits the compact surface well, giving the bar shelf a clean slice of Irish political history.

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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.