About this design
Shoudou 466China
Shoudou 466China (China) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz
This design takes the form of a bold, flat road route marker: a yellow rounded rectangle edged in black, carrying the route number S466 in heavy black type.
Visual Elements & Composition
Yellow fills roughly four-fifths of the surface, with black accounting for most of what remains, and only a sliver of white. The sign is a horizontal rounded rectangle with a black border that frames the whole piece, so the eye lands on the panel first and then settles on the numerals. The route number S466 is the only text and sits centred, set in a bold black face that reads clearly at a glance. The style is flat vector with no shading or texture, so every edge is crisp and the composition stays uncluttered.
Meaning & Symbolism
Route markers are the everyday language of navigation. A coloured panel with a single code tells a driver which road they are on without needing a map, and this design borrows that vocabulary completely. The designation Shoudou 466China places the sign within a China-focused series, tying the numeral S466 to the country that gives the collection its name. The bold, utilitarian treatment reflects signage's purpose: to be read quickly and understood at speed.
Made for the Hand, Read Up Close
A shot glass is small and held close, so the sign is seen at arm's length rather than across a street. The rounded yellow panel and black numerals sit squarely in the centre of the glass, where they can be read in one look while the glass is lifted. It is a fitting pairing: a signpost designed to be read in passing, carried on a vessel that is picked up and put down in an instant.
- Theme
- Road Sign
- Place
- China
- Also on
- 1 other mugs & glasses
- 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.