What Size Is A Standard Coffee Mug

A standard home or office coffee mug in the United States and Canada typically holds 8 to 12 fluid ounces (240 to 350 ml). The most common size you'll find in kitchenware stores is 11 to 12 ounces.

1. At Home (Kitchen Mug)

   Size: 8 oz to 12 oz (240 - 350 ml).

   Details: This is the classic "cup of coffee" size. An 8 oz mug aligns with a standard US "cup" measurement in cooking. However, most popular mugs today are larger, in the 11-12 oz range, allowing room for cream or just a bigger serving.

2. At a Cafe (To-Go Cup)

   Cafe sizes have their own terminology and are generally larger.

   • Small: Often 8-12 oz (the "home mug" equivalent).
   • Medium: The new standard, usually 12 oz to 16 oz.
   • Large: Typically 16 oz to 20 oz (a "Venti" at Starbucks is 20 oz hot).

   Note: The iconic "Grande" at Starbucks is 16 oz, which many people now consider a standard large coffee.

3. In Different Countries
   • United Kingdom & Australia: Coffee culture often centers around the 200 ml (7 oz) and 250 ml (8.8 oz) mug for tea and instant coffee. However, with the rise of cafe culture, larger sizes are equally common.
   • Metric Standard: In many metric countries, a standard ceramic mug is often 250 ml or 300 ml.
4. Specialty Coffee Cups
   • Espresso/Demitasse Cup: 2-3 oz (60-90 ml).
   • Cappuccino Cup: 5-6 oz (150-180 ml).
   • Latte Cup/Bowl: 8-12 oz (240-350 ml).
5. Travel Mugs
   • Standard: 12 oz to 16 oz is most common.
   • Large: Can range from 20 oz to 30 oz for those who want to carry a lot.