This shot glass is turned from Quaking Aspen, a light, responsive hardwood known for its pale base tone and subtle, flowing grain. In this piece, the wood has been dyed to introduce warm, layered color that follows the natural structure of the grain rather than obscuring it.
Aspen is often called “quaking” for the way entire stands move together in the wind, their leaves trembling in unison. That quiet movement is echoed here in the soft transitions of color and the gentle rhythm of the grain. The dyed finish brings warmth to the surface while preserving the wood’s naturally calm character.
The form is clean and balanced, with a smooth interior and softly finished exterior. As part of the Seconds collection, this piece reflects experimental color work or subtle visual irregularities that set it apart, while remaining fully functional and thoughtfully crafted.
Finished with a durable, hand-applied process to seal and protect the surface, this Aspen shot glass offers a lighter, warmer expression of the material—simple, honest, and quietly distinctive.
