About this design
Keikon Expressway
Keikon Expressway (China) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the shield-shaped route marker of China's G5 Jingkun Expressway and turns it into a compact, confident emblem of the road that links Beijing to Kunming.
Visual Elements & Composition
A rounded square fills the frame in deep dark green, which carries most of the surface. A white inner border frames the marker, and a red header band sits across the top, giving the layout a clear hierarchy from edge to centre. The flat vector treatment keeps every shape crisp and unfussy. The large white G5 numeral dominates the centre, with the Chinese characters for 国家高速 (national expressway) and 京昆高速 (Jingkun Expressway) placed beneath it. Nothing decorative competes with the lettering, so the sign reads at a glance.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers like this one are the everyday language of China's national highway network. The G5 code identifies the Jingkun Expressway, the major corridor between the capital and Kunming, and the marker's modern, functional look reflects the clean wayfinding systems used across the country's transport infrastructure. The design is a minimalist nod to connection and long-distance travel, where a single number tells a driver exactly where they are headed.
Made for the Shot Glass in Hand
A shot glass is small and held close, so the sign is read from above and up close rather than from the roadside. The emblem sits in a single view as the glass is lifted, and its bold green field and central numeral stay legible at that intimate scale. It is a fitting pour for anyone who likes their travel stories told in a single, well-aimed toast.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- 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.