About this design
European Road 961 number DE
European Road 961 number DE (Germany) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the look of a European road sign and reduces it to a single route number and a country code, set with the blunt clarity of navigational signage.
Visual Elements & Composition
The layout is centred and utilitarian. Bold numerals, the figures 961, sit at the heart of the design, with the letters DE placed as the country designation for Germany. Nothing competes for attention: there is no decoration, no border flourish, no scene. The palette is high-contrast, so the numerals and letters read instantly, the way a driver expects a sign to read at a glance. The result is spare and structured, with every element earning its place.
Meaning & Symbolism
European road numbering is a shared language across national borders. A route number such as 961 identifies a specific road within a continent-wide network, while the DE code marks the country it runs through. Together they distil the organised systems of international transit into a few characters. The design's subject is the everyday infrastructure that carries travellers from one country to the next, and its theme is navigation: knowing where you are and where the road leads.
On the Shot Glass
A shot glass is small and held close, lifted between finger and thumb and seen from just above. That intimacy suits a design built on short, legible characters. The numerals and letters are read in a single glance at the rim, and the circular form keeps the sign whole, so the route number stays in view as the glass is raised. It makes a cheeky, travel-minded gift for anyone who has ever followed a German autobahn sign to the next stop.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- Germany
- Printed
- When you order it
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.
- Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
- Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
- 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.