170ml is the traditional teacup size — a proper cup of tea rather than a mug of it, and the size at which a drink stays hot to the last mouthful instead of going cold halfway down. Serving in a cup and saucer rather than a mug also changes the occasion: it catches drips, gives somewhere to rest a spoon, and signals that tea is being served rather than handed over. This 6-piece set with matching 14cm saucers covers a full table, which matters in Kenya where tea is rarely made for fewer than four. Blue ceramic is warm and traditional, and works with white crockery and any table linen.
Specifications
| Pieces | 6 cups with 6 matching saucers |
| Cup capacity | 170 ml |
| Cup size | 8 x 8 x 4 cm |
| Saucer diameter | 14 cm |
| Colour | Blue |
Buying guide
Warm the cups with hot water before pouring — at 170ml a small cup loses heat quickly, and a cold cup takes a surprising amount out of the first pour. Wash promptly after tea to prevent tannin staining inside, and remove any marks with a paste of bicarbonate of soda rather than a scourer, which scratches glaze and makes future staining worse. Stack saucers separately from cups and store cups upright, since the rim is the most vulnerable part of any cup. Six is the standard table count for hosting.
How it compares
Against mugs, a cup and saucer catches drips, holds a spoon and reads as a proper tea service. Against larger cups, 170ml keeps tea hot to the last sip. For a big morning coffee, a 300ml or larger cup suits better.
Frequently asked questions
Is 170ml small?
It is the traditional teacup size - a proper cup rather than a mug, and small enough that tea stays hot to the last mouthful.
Why warm the cups?
A small cup loses heat quickly, and cold ceramic takes a surprising amount of heat out of the first pour.
How do I remove tea stains?
A paste of bicarbonate of soda rather than a scourer, which scratches the glaze and makes future staining worse.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- 6 Piece Coloured Ceramic Espresso Cup and Saucer Set, 120ml
- European Style Ceramic Coffee Cup and Saucer Set, 6 Cups 300ml with Gold Handles
- Bone China Cup and Saucer Set with Gold Display Stand, 170ml
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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|---|---|
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Is 170ml small?
It is the traditional teacup size - a proper cup rather than a mug, and small enough that tea stays hot to the last mouthful.
Why warm the cups?
A small cup loses heat quickly, and cold ceramic takes a surprising amount of heat out of the first pour.
How do I remove tea stains?
A paste of bicarbonate of soda rather than a scourer, which scratches the glaze and makes future staining worse.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.