About this design
Shoudou 018China
Shoudou 018China (China) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the form of a yellow road route marker, reduced to a single rounded rectangle and the designation S018.
Visual Elements & Composition
Yellow fills most of the field, with black forming a rounded-rectangle border and bold black lettering. The layout is centred and symmetrical, with the sign shape held inside the frame and nothing competing with it. The style is flat vector, with no shading or texture, just two colours set with hard edges. The only text is the alphanumeric label S018, set large enough to read at a glance, which is how traffic signage is meant to work.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers exist to tell a driver where they are on a network. In China's road numbering, the letter S designates a provincial route, and the number that follows places it within that system, so the label does the same job here: it identifies one specific road among many. The utilitarian, minimalist treatment strips away everything but that function, turning a piece of infrastructure into a graphic statement about China's roads. It is a modern design, drawn from the everyday signage that lines its highways.
Made for a Close, Lifted Moment
A shot is small, held close and lifted quickly, so the sign is seen at close range rather than from across a room. The bold yellow face and black border read clearly at arm's length, and the single numeral sits squarely in view as the glass is raised. Chosen as a gift for someone who travels, drives or simply loves the look of road signs, the design carries its reference straight into the moment of the toast, with a little cheek to match.
- 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.