Mugs, typically, hold more liquid than teacups and the denser material allows them to keep their contents warmer for longer periods of time. While this seems silly in comparison to the thicker counterpart, it makes more sense leading up to the next difference between the two. Teacups, in contrast, are typically made of the much more delicate, porcelain. Often times this is clay or of a ceramic nature. As stated in the dictionary, and not of uncommon knowledge, mugs are typically made of a denser or heavier material. I was surprised to find out that the first mug seen in history dates all the way back to 4000 BC! While this holds true, the first teacups seen were not until the 17th century in Europe! These were exports from the Japanese, suggesting they have been around longer but this is the first recorded history of teacups.Īnother notable differences separating the two receptacles is the material from which they are made. There is no particular reasoning behind this thought, it is just my novice thinking process. Initially, I held the notion that teacups would have appeared first in history. While these initially don't seem too contrasting, if we look deeper we find that they actually have some notable differences.
Teacup (noun): a cup out of which tea is served, usually of small or moderate size, having a handle, smaller than a coffee cup. Mug (noun): a drinking cup, usually cylindrical in shape, with or without a handle, & often of a heavy substance, as earth ware (clay) used without a saucer. I will start with a definition of each here to begin our discussion. Please leave us comments!Īs I began to delve into the dispute I found that while both are used as vessels to drink our tea, there too, are numerous differences between the two. This was not the consensus of everyone in the shop, & I am curious on all of your takes on this matter. Recently, here at the shop, the question was posed as to whether there is a difference between a tea cup & a mug? It sparked quite the debate, which in turn led to the manifestation of this blog post! When initially asked, I pondered, & came to the conclusion that I believe there is quite a stark difference between the two. Hello, my awe-inspiring friends! I'm hoping you are all enjoying this mini fall heat wave as much as I am, as I do not look forward to the cold of winter that is undeniably coming!
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