About this design
Route nationale française 516a
Route nationale française 516a (France) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the form of a red road sign bearing the white designation of a French national route, rendered as a bold, flat graphic that reads at a glance.
Visual Elements & Composition
Red dominates the artwork, covering roughly four-fifths of the field, with white reserved for the lettering and its border. The sign is built from a rounded rectangle and a horizontal rectangle, the same plain geometry used on roadside markers across the country. At its centre sits the route code in white: an N for nationale, the numerals 516, and the suffix A. Nothing else competes for attention, so the number carries the whole composition.
Meaning & Symbolism
The N marks a route of national importance, one of the arterial roads that the French network assigns to link regions and cities. The 516A designation identifies this specific branch within that system, so the sign functions as an address for a single stretch of road. The clean, utilitarian style reflects modern French signage conventions, and the work is an independent reproduction of that roadway marker, drawn from its official designation.
Made for the Shot Glass
A shot glass is small and held close, so the sign is seen at arm's length and in a single glance, the way a driver reads a marker passing at the roadside. The red field and bold white numerals show clearly against the clear glass, and the sign turns as you lift it, bringing the route number to the front each time. It is a quick, confident image for a quick, confident drink, and a fitting souvenir for anyone whose travels have taken them along French roads.
- 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.