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Title: Best mug design
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 28 March 2026, 11:21:34
Thoughts?

-Handle, No handle?
-Glass, Ceramic?
-Metal, Enamel?
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Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: Findecanor on Sat, 28 March 2026, 12:33:49
Glass actually has lower thermal conductivity than ceramic, but because they are transparent they tend to look nastier.
I tend to be afraid of pouring hot liquids in glass because of regular glass is temperature-sensitive.

Perhaps the ideal mug would be made of cloudy heat-resistant glass.
Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 28 March 2026, 12:47:37
Like this one? They're all Borosilicate if it's used in a mug.

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Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: TheSoulhunter on Sun, 26 April 2026, 09:46:52
I use these Bodum Glas cups for tea since the 90s...

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And this 400ml Yeti Stainless for coffee...

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Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: tp4tissue on Tue, 28 April 2026, 21:45:55
It makes one wonder. Does the ideal tea exist at a constant temperature, or is the flavor an ever moving // evolving construct as the tea cools.
Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: TheSoulhunter on Wed, 29 April 2026, 13:43:08
Interesting thought...
I usually prefer my coffee hot, but my tea lukewarm. I slurp my coffee, but sip my tea.
Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: noisyturtle on Tue, 05 May 2026, 02:32:11
I have these and like them very much
https://www.amazon.com/Double-Walled-Glass-Coffee-Handle/dp/B07YXQGZBZ/ref=dp_prsubs_d_sccl_2/143-9001916-6165936?pd_rd_w=R2pFb&content-id=amzn1.sym.42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_p=42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_r=VA7JEP6BQ8GJ03FAV2Y8&pd_rd_wg=ONsnL&pd_rd_r=d50f8c46-09de-44c5-8edc-2b12e8aa9581&pd_rd_i=B07YXQGZBZ&tag=lkcs00-20&th=1 (https://www.amazon.com/Double-Walled-Glass-Coffee-Handle/dp/B07YXQGZBZ/ref=dp_prsubs_d_sccl_2/143-9001916-6165936?pd_rd_w=R2pFb&content-id=amzn1.sym.42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_p=42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_r=VA7JEP6BQ8GJ03FAV2Y8&pd_rd_wg=ONsnL&pd_rd_r=d50f8c46-09de-44c5-8edc-2b12e8aa9581&pd_rd_i=B07YXQGZBZ&tag=lkcs00-20&th=1)
Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: phinix on Tue, 05 May 2026, 04:16:39
Quote from: tp4tissue on Tue, 28 April 2026, 21:45:55
It makes one wonder. Does the ideal tea exist at a constant temperature, or is the flavor an ever moving // evolving construct as the tea cools.

Definitely, tea flaover changes with temperature. Obviously, you can change the flavor by pouring boiling water right away after boiling point (which is not ideal), or pour it over 30secs later and you will already feel the difference.
Then, when in a cup, I can feel the difference, with hot tea, or lukwarm - flavor changes a bit.

Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: phinix on Tue, 05 May 2026, 04:19:47
Quote from: noisyturtle on Tue, 05 May 2026, 02:32:11
I have these and like them very much
https://www.amazon.com/Double-Walled-Glass-Coffee-Handle/dp/B07YXQGZBZ/ref=dp_prsubs_d_sccl_2/143-9001916-6165936?pd_rd_w=R2pFb&content-id=amzn1.sym.42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_p=42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_r=VA7JEP6BQ8GJ03FAV2Y8&pd_rd_wg=ONsnL&pd_rd_r=d50f8c46-09de-44c5-8edc-2b12e8aa9581&pd_rd_i=B07YXQGZBZ&tag=lkcs00-20&th=1 (https://www.amazon.com/Double-Walled-Glass-Coffee-Handle/dp/B07YXQGZBZ/ref=dp_prsubs_d_sccl_2/143-9001916-6165936?pd_rd_w=R2pFb&content-id=amzn1.sym.42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_p=42aa4ac9-41cf-40f2-844a-256751b93dbf&pf_rd_r=VA7JEP6BQ8GJ03FAV2Y8&pd_rd_wg=ONsnL&pd_rd_r=d50f8c46-09de-44c5-8edc-2b12e8aa9581&pd_rd_i=B07YXQGZBZ&tag=lkcs00-20&th=1)

Yep, I use them too. Different shape, but double wall glass is great for keeping your beverage hot for longer. WHole life I've been using regular ceramic mugs, but about 5 years ago I bought one of those and difference is huge. They also look nice aesthetically.
I like to drink my coffee with a bit of milk, so once stirred with a teaspoon, I like to watch how it swirl inside :) Like a sandstorm! :D
Title: Re: Best mug design
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 05 May 2026, 08:41:12
My ideal mug would be an amalgam of these 2.

I prefer the blue handle because it is flat-ish in cross-section with a longer, flatter top section which makes it easier to grab and to hold - besides being more comfortable on the fingers.

But aside from the handle shape and configuration I like the clear one better because the top lip is slightly curled outward. Also the markings are pretty cool!

I am indifferent to one being slightly taller and slimmer in circumference and the other being squatter.