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Thruway trailblazer stand-in (New York) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

Thruway trailblazer stand-in (New York) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

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Thruway trailblazer stand-in (New York) (Road Sign) Shot Glass 1.5oz

A plain royal-blue road sign with a single bold word in white capitals, taken from the temporary markers that guide drivers onto New York's Thruway.

Visual Elements & Composition

Royal blue fills almost the whole field, with a thin white border and white sans-serif capitals set across the centre. The composition is a plain rectangle with no shield outline, no state silhouette and no ornament. The flat vector style keeps every edge crisp, and the only text is the bold white word THRU, which stands out clearly against the blue.

Meaning & Symbolism

Trailblazer stand-ins are the stopgap signs that the Department of Transportation and its contractors put up when official state-outline shields are delayed, or unavailable during construction, maintenance or detours. Their job is to keep drivers on course toward the Thruway system, so the design favours clear information over decoration. The simplified rectangle stands for that practical choice: order and safety kept with a temporary substitute when the formal branding is not yet in place.

On the Shot Glass

A shot glass is small and held close, so the sign reads in a single glance at the rim, the way a driver reads a marker at the roadside. The blue panel sits low on the glass, where the bold white word stays in view as the glass is lifted and set down.

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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.

  1. Bar service: quick, consistent pours — less wobble when carrying a tray of shots.
  2. Tastings: uniform size is handy for sampling flights or spirit tastings.
  3. 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.