# Classy Jolly Roger Cups Fine Bone China Tankard Brings a Rebellious Side to Tea Drinking By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fine-bone-china-tankard References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/news/2011/07/27/fine-bone-china-tea-tankard/) & [newandlingwood](http://www.newandlingwood.co.uk/product.php?id=841#) Normally, when you hear the word China used in the context of tea, you think of something elegant and classy; however, the Fine Bone China Tankard has taken a different approach. Instead of a clean white finish or light blue floral designs, the Fine Bone China Tankard takes on a more rebellious design. These wonderful little cups have been dressed up in a [skull and crossbones theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-halloween-drinkware). But to add a touch of royalty to these grim images, a crown has been put on top of the jolly roger just to add a bit of formality to the table. It's probably not what grandma is used to drinking out of, but I'd say it's a wicked change that brings an edge to [afternoon tea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-tea-assortment). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rebellious Tableware:** Designing tableware with a rebellious theme, like the Fine Bone China Tankard, can appeal to consumers seeking non-traditional products. - **Mix-and-match Table Settings:** Offering interchangeable designs and daring combinations in table settings can provide a unique and personalized experience for consumers. - **Alternative Tea Drinking Culture:** Creating a subculture around alternative tea drinking behaviors, like using unconventional cups, can generate a new market that caters to younger, more rebellious customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tableware Industry:** The tableware industry can benefit from incorporating unconventional designs and creating mix-and-match sets to attract a wider range of consumers. - **Tea Industry:** The tea industry can tap into a new market by promoting alternative and non-traditional tea drinking cultures, using rebellious designs like the Fine Bone China Tankard to appeal to younger, edgier customers. - **Consumer Goods Industry:** The consumer goods industry can explore the trend of non-traditional products and mix-and-match sets, creating a unique and personalized experience for customers seeking something different. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Film Franchise Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picard-tea-cup-set.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper-tea.md) - [Royalty-Themed Tea Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-afternoon-tea.md) - [Ultra-Heavy Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanus-brass-tankard.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Playful Teapot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teapot-design1.md) - [Festive Tree-Inspired Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-mugs.md) - [High-End Ceramic Japanese Teapots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-drinkware.md)