Kiddush Cups

A kiddush cup holds the wine for kiddush on Shabbos and Yom Tov, and for havdalah. This page has cups from Alef To Tav, Majestic Giftware, A&M Judaica, Yair Emanuel, Ner Mitzvah, Legacy Fine Gifts and our own Judaica Square line, from small, simple cups to sterling silver goblets.

Compare three things. Material: silver plate and sterling silver are traditional, stainless steel and anodized aluminum are easy to care for, and crystal, glass, wood and enamel come in more decorative styles. Capacity: many listings give the volume in ounces or milliliters, and many people choose a cup that holds at least a revi'is, so ask your rav which measure you follow. Format: a single cup, a cup with a matching tray, or a kiddush fountain that pours into several small cups for everyone at the table. Metal and glass cups generally need tevilas keilim before first use.

Cup & tray sets

Silver & silver-tone

Stainless steel

Crystal

Glass

Buying guide

Material

• Silver-plated and sterling silver, stainless steel, crystal and glass, aluminum, wood, enamel, brass and pewter (from current product titles).

Capacity

• Many listings give capacity in ounces. Many people use a cup that holds at least a revi'is. Opinions on that measure differ, so ask your rav.

Cup, set or fountain

• Cup-and-tray sets come with a matching plate.
• A kiddush fountain pours from one cup into several small cups so everyone at the table gets wine.

Before first use

• Metal and glass cups used for food or wine generally need tevilas keilim. Ask your rav about your specific cup.

FAQs

How much should a kiddush cup hold?

Many people use a cup that holds at least a revi'is. The exact measure depends on which opinion you follow, so ask your rav. Many listings give the capacity in ounces.

What is the difference between sterling silver and silver-plated?

Sterling silver is 92.5% silver. Silver-plated cups have a thin layer of silver over another metal and need gentler polishing.

Does a new kiddush cup need tevilah?

Metal and glass vessels used for food or wine generally need tevilas keilim before first use. Ask your rav about your specific cup.

What is a kiddush fountain?

A kiddush fountain pours wine from one main cup into several small cups at once, so each person at the table gets their own.