Ocean plastic is killing marine life, single-use disposable waste is piling up in our landfills and our climate is changing. You’re keen to do your bit to help the planet, so you’ve decided to cut out waste from your life, starting with your daily cup of takeaway coffee. Well done for taking the first step and switching from disposable to reusable coffee cups.
Here are some of the most fashionable and practical reusable coffee cups on the market, if you’re keen to save the earth in style:
1. Frank Green Reusable Coffee Cup
Award-winning design made from fully recyclable co-polymer or stainless steel, it’s your choice. These reusable cups are modern, sleek and minimal, so you’ll look fashionable no matter where you find yourself, at the board meeting, at the music festival or on the plane. If you love tech trends, the Next Generation range of coffee cups are Visa payWave enabled, just ‘swipe’ your cup to pay and away you go.
From A$32.95 at The Clean Collective.
2. JOCO Seaglass Coffee Cup
Made from borosilicate glass that is 100% toxic chemical-free, these durable cups are microwave and dishwasher safe and come with a silicone lid and band for easy gripping and drinking. JOCO is an official partner of popular environmental charity Take 3 For The Sea.
From A$27.95, at The Clean Collective.
3. Byta Reusable Coffee Cup
Byta reusable coffee cups are stylishly-designed with high-grade stainless steel and shatter-proof lid. The cups are BPA and toxin free, double-walled and vacuum sealed so beverages stay cooler and hotter for longer. Comes in a wide range of classic to eye-popping colours, from muted tones to metallics. 10 percent of profits of each Byta sold is also donated to non-profit environmental charity Environmental Defense Fund.
From US$29, at Byta.
4. S’well Traveler 470ml
S’well Traveler is made of high-grade 18/8 stainless steel and is perfectly contoured to fit in your hand, ideal for people who live busy lives and are on the go. Its triple-walled insulated design keeps beverages cold or hot for longer. Use for all types of beverages including coffee. The marble effect gives it a contemporary feel.
From A$59.45, get yours here.
5. SoL Reusable Coffee Cup
SoL‘s stylish, hand-blown glass coffee cups are wrapped durable, lightweight and contain no nasties. The silicone wrap and lid ensure you don’t burn your fingers or your tongue! Microwave and dishwasher safe. Packaged in a beautifully designed box which makes it an ideal gift for loved ones.
From A$27.95, at The Clean Collective.
6. Black + Blum Steel Travel Mug 450ml
Minimal, functional and utilitarian, this stainless steel travel mug/thermo flask is ergonomically designed so you can handle comfortably while travelling and has a BPA-free polypropylene silicone lid for easy drinking.
From A$27.95, shop here.
7. KeepCup
This pioneering reusable cup brand continues to be a popular choice given its iconic cup design: transparent, durable fully-tempered glass and compostable, biodegradable cork band that transitions well from home to work to play.
From $30, purchase yours here.
8. Kleen Kanteen Insulated Tumbler 16oz (473ml)
This brushed stainless steel insulated tumbler is versatile, splash proof and easy to clean. Use for your morning coffee, smoothie or beverages. It’s BPA and toxin-free and comes with a lifetime warranty.
From $33.95 at The Clean Collective.
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Disclosure: The curated list is based on the writer’s research and does not fully take into account all ethical criteria that are unique to each individual. Before making a purchase, we encourage you to do your own research paying particular attention to the supply chain and your own particular set of ethics. We also recommend you review customer ratings if any on the site and online. This list also contains affiliate links. For more information, click here.
Title image credit: Frank Green.
