Pimpernel Mug and Coaster Gift Set Review

Overall 5.00 of 5 (by 1 user)

LoveisJoy
Chicagoland, IL

Elegant Porcelain Mugs For Everyday

a green tea drinker, very happy with this product

Pros

Elegant floral designs, 13 ounce capacity, Dishwasher and microwave safe, Vivid color, Interior motif

Cons

Slick coaster surface

JAN

2009

Pimpernel Mug and Coaster Gift Set —

For the past few years, I've poured my morning tea into old mugs that have seen better days. I decided to upgrade, but I had specific requirements. I wanted a pleasing design, 12-ounces or more capacity, a feminine-yet-solid feel, and the ability to toss in the dishwasher. The Pimpernel Mug and Coaster Gift Set met my requirements and more.

Each set comes with two porcelain mugs and two matching 4 1/4" X 4 1/4" cork-backed coasters. There are several varieties to choose from; I selected both the Amaryllis and the Iris sets.

The mugs have a slightly curved shape and look even better in person. The colors are vivid and the interior of the mug is highlighted by a tiny coordinating image of the outer design. It's a nice touch that makes the tea cup stand out from similar mugs.

I've put the mugs through the dishwasher with no loss of color or chipping. The only downside is that the coaster - while beautiful - has a slick surface that gets a bit slippery when wet. I'm not sure what material it's made of, but I think a textured coaster would have been a more practical choice.

Still, I'm incredibly happy with the set and it was a great gift to give to myself. I purchased the Pimpernel Mug and Coaster Gift Set at Amazon.com for a reasonable (I think) $12.95 per set. You can see all of the available designs at KitchenKapers.com.

Pimpernel Mug and Coaster Gift Set is recommended by LoveisJoy

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Comments about LoveisJoy’s Review

That's a beautiful mug! I collect coffe cups so it's always interesting to see the various designs when the kids want to have hot cocoa. No one uses the mugs that go with my dinnerware because they are so bland and heavy.