The Green Mugs of Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Department

“Diane, today we are going to focus on the green coffee mugs.” While researching all things about the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Department in Twin Peaks, I kept noticing a green mug in several episodes throughout season two. The mug makes it’s first appearance in episode 2.001. But this mug is the second green colored mug to appear in Twin Peaks. The first one shows up early in the Pilot episode.

TWIN PEAKS SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT – GREEN MUG IN PILOT

Sheriff Harry S. Truman is first seen holding an avocado green mug  just before taking a call from Pete Martell in the Pilot episode.

Sheriff Harry S. Truman holding a green mug
Pilot
Sheriff Harry S. Truman holding a green mug
Pilot

This is the only appearance of the mug until Twin Peaks Season 3 on Showtime. More on that in a moment. The mug is an Anchor Hocking Fire King mug which I identified on July 20, 2017.

Fire King Avocado Mug
Fire King Avocado Mug
Fire King Avocado Mug
Bottom of Fire King Avocado Mug

While it’s not a screen used prop, the coffee was still damn fine. I found two mugs on eBay last summer.

TWIN PEAKS SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT – GREEN MUG IN SEASON TWO

Deputy Andy Brennan holding a photo of Laura Palmer
Episode 2.001
Deputy Andy Brennan pointing a finger at Agent Rosenfield as other law enforcement look on
Episode 2.001

A different green mug makes its first appearance in episode 2.001. It’s pictured next to Deputy Andy so I’m assuming he was using shortly before yelling at Agent Albert Rosenfield and storming out of the conference room. This mug, however, is different than the avocado colored one from the Pilot.

Fire King Jadeite Mug
Fire King Jadeite Mug

The mug used throughout Twin Peaks seasons two appears to be a vintage Anchor Hocking Fire King Jadeite mug that has a “D” shaped handle.

Lucy Moran in the kitchen during Episode 2004
Episode 2.004

The mug is next seen in episode 2.004 while Lucy Moran is in the kitchen. The best part of this scene is Lucy’s handwritten note on the wall.

Kitchen Counter in Twin Peaks Sheriff's Department
Episode 2.004
Kitchen Counter in Twin Peaks Sheriff's Department
Episode 2.004

A close up shot of the mug can be seen later in episode 2.004. Thanks to a faux lightning effect, we can get a good look at this second green mug.

Sheriff Truman, Judge Sternwood and Agent Cooper in the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Department Lobby
Episode 2.004

Judge Sternwood is the next person to use the green mug. Interestingly, the mug magically appears in his hand after being introduced to Special Agent Dale Cooper.

Judge Sternwood and Agent Cooper in the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Department Lobby
Episode 2.004

In the prior scene with Sheriff Truman and Lucy, he doesn’t have the mug. One assumes there may be an outtake of Lucy presenting the Judge with the coffee mug.

Judge Sternwood at the Conference Room Table
Episode 2.004

A great look at the mug is seen when Judge Sternwood speaks with Leland Palmer in the conference room.

Sheriff Truman, Judge Sternwood and Agent Cooper sitting at the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Department Conference Room table
Episode 2.004
Sheriff Truman, Judge Sternwood and Agent Cooper sitting at the Twin Peaks Sheriff's Department Conference Room table
Episode 2.004

The final appearance of the mug in episode 2.004 is just after the Judge leaves with his law clerk.

Line of law enforcement drinking coffee
Episode 2.007

Mike the One Armed Man is seen with the mug in episode 2.007.

Lucy Moran holding a Baby
Episode 2.008
Twin Peaks Law Enforcement with Agent Cooper
Episode 2.010

The mug is scene hanging on a pair of antlers in the kitchen in episodes 2.008 and 2.010. On a side note, who played the baby Lucy is holding? He must be in his 30s by now.

Cooper looking at Property with Irene Littlehorse
Episode 2.012

The mug shows up when Dale Cooper reviews properties with realtor Irene Littlehorse.

Dale Cooper speaks with Colonel Riley and Sheriff Harry Truman
Episode 2.012
Dale Cooper speaks with Colonel Riley and Sheriff Harry Truman
Episode 2.012
Dale Cooper speaks with Colonel Riley and Sheriff Harry Truman
Episode 2.012

When Dale Cooper speaks with Colonel Riley and Sheriff Harry Truman in episode 2.012, there are multiple takes which show Cooper holding the mug and mug sitting on the desk.

Lucy Moran walking the halls
Episode 2.012

The final appearance of the mug in season two is seen when Lucy passed by the kitchen just before discovering Lana entertaining the boys. It’s barely seen placed next to a tan mug on the far right side of the image.

TWIN PEAKS SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT – GREEN MUG IN SEASON THREE

Sheriff Frank Truman sitting at his desk speaking on the phone
Part 7

Flash forward to 25 years later, the avocado colored mug first seen in the Pilot episode reappears in Twin Peaks Part 7 on Showtime.

Tweet about Sheriff's Department mugs
Twitter | July 11, 2017

I first noticed the mug looked similar to the one Harry used in the Pilot on July 11, 2017.

Sheriff Frank Truman sitting at his desk
Part 7

A closer look at the mug is scene in Part 7 after Sheriff Frank Truman hangs up the telephone.

The final appearance of the mug is found in Twin Peaks Part 17 on Showtime.

Sheriff Frank Truman sitting at his desk
Part 17
Sheriff Frank Truman sitting at his desk
Part 17
Sheriff Frank Truman sitting at his desk
Part 17
Sheriff Frank Truman sitting at his desk
Part 17

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    A "Twin Peaks" fan since October 1993, Steven Miller launched Twin Peaks Blog in February 2018 to document his decades-long fascination with David Lynch and Mark Frost's wonderful and strange show. With his Canon camera in hand, he's visited numerous film locations, attended Twin Peaks events and conducted extensive historical research about this groundbreaking series. Along with fellow Bookhouse Boys, he dreams of creating a complete Twin Peaks Archive of the series and feature film. Steven currently resides in Central Florida.

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5 thoughts on “The Green Mugs of Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Department

  1. Awesome post. I love stuff like this. I was just on the hunt for a great gift for a friend and was disappointed I couldn’t find exact replicas of the Twin Peaks Sheriff’s Department mugs. But, my searching led me here. I was then able to find a look-a-like to Sheriff Truman’s green mug on Etsy! I didn’t want anything cheesy and overstated. This is absolutely perfect!

    Now I need to go back and read your blog!

  2. Hey this is really cool. I just as able to get both of the mugs shown here at a local antique shop for great prices!

    1. Welcome to the club! They are the best mugs for damn fine coffee 🙂

  3. Hey!
    We have the original green mug prop season 2 in Paris, France.
    Amazing to find this article!
    Thank you very much!

  4. Today I chipped my favorite Twin Peaks mug; my internet sleuthing for a replacement brought me to your blog. This is so cool. You have a great eye for detail. I’m excited to read more of your posts. Good stuff.

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