About this design
N17 France
N17 France (France) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the form of a French road sign: a single red panel carrying the route number N17 in bold white letters.
Visual Elements & Composition
Red fills about four-fifths of the design, with white taking the remaining fifth as the lettering. The layout is a plain rectangle with nothing around it. The letters are heavy, upright sans-serif forms, the N set first and the 17 following it, so the number reads as the one thing to look at. The graphic is flat vector, with no shading, texture or background scene, which keeps the sign's bold, direct character intact.
Meaning & Symbolism
N17 is a numbered French national route, and the design presents its marker the way a driver would meet it on the road. The "N" designates a national route and the "17" identifies this particular road, so the sign works as a complete reference to one place. Road markers are made to be read at a glance, and this artwork keeps that purpose, stripping away everything except the identifier. It suits anyone drawn to France's road network or to the quiet appeal of a route number.
Why It Suits a Shot Glass
A shot glass is small and held close, often lifted and turned in the hand before the first sip. The sign's bold red field and large white numerals are legible at that short distance, so the design reads clearly the moment the glass is picked up. Its strict rectangle fits the narrow, straight-sided form of the glass, and the N17 sits in the centre of the view with no competing detail. It makes a cheeky, gifty talking point for anyone who has driven the road or simply loves a good French sign.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- France
- 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.