The kiddush cup holds a central place at every Shabbos and Yom Tov table, used to sanctify the day over wine each Friday night, Shabbos morning, and Yom Tov. At Eichlers, we carry kiddush cups in sterling silver, silver-plated, and a wide range of elegant designs, suited to everyday use, special occasions, and as meaningful gifts for a bar mitzvah, a wedding, or any milestone in Jewish life.
Kiddush is recited over a cup of wine to sanctify Shabbos and Yom Tov, fulfilling the Torah obligation to remember and observe the holiness of the day. Friday night kiddush ushers in Shabbos before the meal, while Shabbos morning kiddush, known as Kiddusha Rabba, precedes the day meal in a shorter form. The cup used for kiddush should hold a minimum halachic measurement, a revi'is, and should ideally be whole, clean, and used specifically for this mitzvah rather than for general drinking, adding to the hiddur of the moment.
Sterling silver kiddush cups are the traditional and most widely chosen option, valued for both their halachic hiddur and the way they age beautifully over decades of weekly use. A well-made silver kiddush cup is built to last for generations, often becoming a cherished family heirloom passed from father to son or used at simchos across multiple generations of the same family. Silver kiddush cups range from simple, classic designs through ornately detailed pieces with filigree work, hammered finishes, or engraved Hebrew text around the rim.
Silver-plated kiddush cups offer the elegant appearance of sterling silver at a more accessible price point, making them a practical choice for everyday use or as a starter cup before investing in a finer piece. Beyond silver and silver-plate, kiddush cups are also available in pewter, crystal, and other decorative finishes, giving households flexibility to match their personal style or table setting while still fulfilling the same mitzvah each week.
Many kiddush cups are sold as part of a coordinated set that includes a matching becher plate or tray, used to catch the small amount of wine that overflows when the cup is filled to the brim, as is customary for kiddush. A matching set creates a more polished, complete presentation on the table and ensures the plate's design coordinates properly with the cup itself rather than being chosen separately.
Consider both the cup's capacity and your personal style when choosing a kiddush cup. The cup should comfortably hold at least a revi'is, generally accepted as roughly 3.3 to 5 fluid ounces depending on the halachic opinion followed, to properly fulfill the mitzvah. Beyond size, the design itself, classic and understated versus ornate and detailed, often comes down to personal taste and how the piece will coordinate with the rest of your Shabbos table setting.
A kiddush cup is one of the most meaningful and widely given gifts in Jewish life, marking a bar mitzvah, a wedding, or any significant milestone with an item the recipient will use every single week for the rest of his life. A bar mitzvah boy often receives his own kiddush cup as he begins making kiddush independently, and a quality silver cup is a traditional and lasting wedding gift for a chassan establishing his own Shabbos table. Browse our full bar mitzvah gifts collection for more meaningful gift ideas.
Sterling silver kiddush cups develop a natural patina over time, which many families appreciate as part of a piece used for generations. For a brighter, more polished look, use a silver polish formulated specifically for sterling silver, taking care around any engraved or filigree details where polish can collect. Rinse the cup promptly after use to prevent wine residue from staining or tarnishing the silver, and store it in a soft cloth or felt bag between uses.
A kiddush cup is one of the most important pieces of a complete Shabbos table. Eichlers carries everything else you need to set it beautifully.
A kiddush cup should hold at least a revi'is, generally accepted as roughly 3.3 to 5 fluid ounces depending on the halachic opinion followed. Most kiddush cups sold for this purpose are sized to meet this requirement comfortably.
Sterling silver offers greater hiddur and durability over generations of use, while silver-plated cups provide a similar elegant look at a more accessible price. Both are fully appropriate for the mitzvah, and the choice often comes down to budget and how long the piece is meant to last.
A becher plate sits beneath the kiddush cup to catch the small overflow of wine that results from filling the cup to the brim, which is customary for kiddush. Many kiddush cups are sold with a matching plate as a coordinated set.
Yes. A kiddush cup is one of the most traditional and meaningful bar mitzvah gifts, marking a boy's transition to making kiddush independently. Browse our bar mitzvah gifts collection for more ideas.
Use a silver polish formulated for sterling silver, applying gently around any engraved or filigree details. Rinse the cup promptly after each use to prevent wine residue from staining or contributing to tarnish over time.
Yes. Sterling silver kiddush cups are specifically valued for their ability to last for generations, and many families treasure a cup that has been passed from father to son, carrying both sentimental and practical significance at every Shabbos table.