Most people that purchase a coffee mug do not put much thought into it. After all, it's just a coffee cup, right? Not true...at least not for the avid coffee drinker.
I would like to cover some of the basics you should consider when shopping for insulated coffee mugs. I'm going to explain why you shouldn't just go purchase the first mug you see on the shelf at your local convenience store, or purchase that first one that pops up on eBay.
The first thing to consider is how you intend to use your mug. Are you replacing a porcelain cup in your house that only gets used on Sunday mornings? Or are you part of the majority of people that pour their coffee into a cup on the way out the door and need a new one?
If you are in the majority, you need an insulated mug that can withstand travel. Whether it's to work, the gym, park or to grandma's house, it will be used on the go. With that in mind you want to consider the size of your cup holder in your car. Make sure it will fit. There are many insulated coffee mugs out there that have a wide base and are made mainly for sitting on your desk
Along with travel needs comes the decision in lid choice. There are three things to consider with lids.
Are they leak proof, or leak resistant? There is a difference. Leak resistant basically means it's going to spill less, or at a slower rate if tipped over. Leak proof means leak proof. You should be able to tip it upside down, carry it in your purse or gym bag, and not worry about leaks.
How does the lid attach? Does it push and snap in place? Or does it twist and lock and screw in? Typically the push-in style lids are leak resistant. If it has a twist lock, or screws into place, it maybe a little more cumbersome to take on and off but is probably a better seal and keeps heat in longer.
Drinking spout design. How many sides can you drink out of from it? How does the drink opening open and close?
Because of the number of people on the go that rely on their coffee each day, you now see drive through coffee stands everywhere. The biggest down side to this is the cups they serve your coffee in are not reusable and are only adding to our land fill problems. By using insulated coffee mugs, you can simply have these re-filled and do your part in reducing your carbon foot print. And if you want to take it one step further, you can only drink your inexpensive home brewed coffee and bypass that coffee stand all together. Your coffee mug will pay for itself in no time.
The last thing to consider that most people over look is how easy is the shape to clean? A wider mouth and body will make cleaning your insulated coffee mugs much easier.
So, given what you just read, you should have a pretty good idea of what to look for before purchasing that next coffee mug. To see a selection of Thermos insulated coffee mugs, please visit www.outdoorsrusonline.com. You will find a nice variety of insulated coffee mugs in an array of shapes and sizes.
