Thermoses and bottles
Thermoses, travel mugs and bottles keep drinks hot or cold at work, on a hike, at the gym or in the car. Food jars and lunch boxes are here too.
Stanley 1913 Classic thermos 0.94 L, black
Stanley 1913 Classic thermos 0.6 L, green
Xiaomi Straw Mug stainless steel mug with straw, 1 L, white
Stanley 1913 IceFlow Flip Straw 2.0 water bottle, 700 ml, black
Stanley 1913 IceFlow Flip Straw water bottle 0.7 L, white
Stanley 1913 Classic thermos 0.6 L, black
Stanley 1913 Classic thermos 0.6 L, blue
Adler AD 4506 thermal flask with LED temperature display, 473 ml, blue
Adler AD 4506 thermal flask with LED temperature display, 473 ml, white
Adler AD 4506 thermal flask with LED temperature display, 473 ml, pink
Adler AD 4505 electric lunch box, 800 ml, blue
Stanley 1913 Adventure thermos 0.53 L
How to choose a thermos or bottle
- Purpose. A classic flask suits hikes and long days, a travel mug the car and the commute, a straw bottle the gym and kids, and a food jar or lunch box a hot lunch.
- Capacity. A mug usually holds one or two cups, a flask enough for the whole day. Larger volumes hold temperature longer but are heavier to carry.
- Insulation. A double-wall, vacuum-insulated stainless steel vessel keeps drinks hot or cold for hours. An uninsulated bottle is lighter, but the drink warms up or cools down quickly.
- Lid. A leak-proof lid is a must if the bottle travels in a bag. A one-hand lid is convenient in the car and on the bike.
- Cleaning. A wide mouth is easier to clean. For dishwasher use, check the manufacturer's marking.
Use and care
Rinse the flask with hot (or cold) water before filling — the drink will stay at the right temperature longer. Wash it straight after milk, coffee or soup and leave it to dry with the lid off. A baking soda solution or citric acid removes tea and coffee stains. Never put a vacuum flask in the microwave or the freezer.
FAQ
How long does a thermos keep drinks hot? It depends on the volume, the lid and the starting temperature. The time the manufacturer states applies to a pre-heated, completely full flask.
Can I put fizzy drinks in a thermos? Not in a sealed flask — the gas builds pressure and can force the lid off. Choose a bottle marked as suitable for carbonated drinks.
Why has my thermos stopped keeping heat? If the outer wall gets hot, the vacuum has most likely been damaged by a drop and the insulation no longer works.
See also kettles and coffee machines.