About this design
Kokudou 688China
Kokudou 688China (China) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes a single route marker and lets it do all the talking: a bold red road shield carrying the white designation G688, drawn in clean flat shapes with nothing competing for attention.
Visual Elements & Composition
Red fills most of the picture, with white holding the rest. The shield is a rounded rectangle, and a nested white border runs inside its edge like a frame within a frame. At the centre sits the alphanumeric marker G688, set in white so it reads instantly against the red. Nothing decorative intrudes. The layout follows the logic of real signage, where the number is the message and the shape exists only to carry it.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route numbers are how roads organise a country, turning long stretches of tarmac into something a driver can follow from one junction to the next. The Kokudou 688 designation sits within that tradition of national route numbering, and this artwork ties it to China, the territory the route is identified with. The design pays tribute to the quiet nomenclature found along major transport corridors, the codes that most travellers glance at without thinking and that hold entire networks together. Its modern, utilitarian style keeps the focus on identification rather than ornament.
Built for the Hand
A shot glass is small and held close, usually lifted to eye level just before the toast. The shield lands right where a reader's eye falls at that moment, so the route number is read in a single glance, the way a sign is meant to be read. Turn the glass in the hand and the marker moves with it, a reminder that every road number is only useful when someone is actually on the way. It is a fitting companion for anyone who has ever navigated by sign alone, or who likes a route with a story behind its number.
- 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.