When it comes to specialty coffee, every detail matters. From sourcing exceptional green coffee and roasting with care to dialling in espresso and steaming milk to perfection, creating a memorable coffee experience is about more than what's in the cup. It's also about the cup itself.
That's why we use notNeutral mugs across all of our North Star Coffee Roasters cafés, and why we're proud to be the UK distributor for notNeutral. After years of serving coffee in these cups, we can confidently say they're among the very best available for both home brewers and professional cafés.
Whether you're looking to upgrade your morning coffee ritual or equip your café with cups designed specifically for specialty coffee, here's why we recommend notNeutral.
Why notNeutral?
notNeutral has become one of the most recognised names in specialty coffee, and for good reason. Their drinkware has been developed in collaboration with baristas to enhance both the presentation and enjoyment of coffee.
The iconic LINO collection is designed with ergonomics, durability and performance in mind. Every detail, from the comfortable handle to the carefully considered interior curves, has been created to complement espresso-based drinks and showcase beautiful latte art.
The result is a mug that feels as good in your hand as it looks on the table.
We Use Them Every Day
We don't stock notNeutral simply because we're the UK distributor - we stock them because we genuinely love using them ourselves.
Every hot coffee served in our coffee shops is poured into a notNeutral cup. After serving thousands of coffees, they've consistently proven to be comfortable to hold, durable enough for busy café service and perfect for presenting our drinks at their best.
If they're good enough for our baristas and customers every day, we're confident they'll elevate your coffee experience too.
Our notNeutral Collection
Whether you're brewing at home or running a busy coffee shop, we stock the full range of the most popular notNeutral sizes.
Our everyday favourite, the LINO 10oz Coffee Mug is ideal for filter coffee, batch brew, Americano or larger milk drinks.
Lino Espresso Cup & Saucer (3oz)
Perfect for espresso or macchiatos, the 3oz Espresso Cup & Saucer has been designed to retain heat while presenting espresso beautifully.
The 5oz Flat White Cup & Saucer is the perfect size for one of the UK's favourite specialty coffee drinks, allowing the ideal balance of espresso and silky textured milk.
For those who prefer a traditional cappuccino, the 6oz Cappuccino Cup & Saucer offers the ideal capacity while providing a beautiful canvas for latte art.
Designed for a classic café latte, the 8oz Latte Cup & Saucer combines elegant design with everyday practicality.
Large Latte Cup & Saucer (12oz)
For larger milk-based coffees, the 12oz Large Latte Cup & Saucer provides generous capacity without compromising on style or performance.
Why Cup Design Matters
It might seem surprising, but the shape of your coffee cup can genuinely influence your drinking experience.
The thickness of the ceramic helps retain heat, while the rounded interior supports milk texture and makes pouring latte art easier. The comfortable handle and balanced weight also make every cup feel more enjoyable to hold.
These thoughtful design choices are one of the reasons notNeutral has become a favourite among baristas, cafés and coffee enthusiasts around the world.
Buy notNeutral Mugs in the UK
As the UK distributor for notNeutral, we're proud to make these exceptional cups available to both home coffee lovers and wholesale customers.
Whether you're replacing your favourite mug, building your home coffee setup or outfitting an entire café, you'll find the same cups we trust and use every day in our own shops.
