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BSAC Blue ensign (South Africa) Shot Glass 1.5oz

BSAC Blue ensign (South Africa) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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BSAC Blue ensign (South Africa) Shot Glass 1.5oz

This design reproduces the blue ensign of the British South Africa Company, a flag of the 1890s that carried the company's identity into the colonial era.

Visual Elements & Composition

A deep navy blue field fills most of the artwork. A Union Jack occupies the upper canton, and the lettering B. S. A. C. is set on the flag. Below, a golden lion rampant holds a pick and stands on a red and white wavy ground line. Navy, crimson, white and gold are the only colours, and the flat vector style keeps each edge sharp.

Meaning & Symbolism

The Union Jack in the canton marks the British connection, while the lion and pick draw on the mining and frontier work that the company pursued in southern Africa. Blue ensigns were flown by companies and colonial bodies to show a link to the Crown, so this flag records a particular chapter of imperial history. The design is a faithful reproduction of that emblem and is offered here as a study of the heraldry.

Held Up to the Light

A shot glass is small and held close, so the flag's bold blocks of navy and gold read clearly at arm's length. The scale suits a piece of heraldry that was made to be looked at up close, and each pour brings the lion and lettering into view one more time.

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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.