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Upgrade Your Coffee Mug With These Unique Picks

Make the most of your morning routine with the prettiest coffee mugs on the market

By Arianne Jones


Updated on May 17, 2021

Sip on your favorite hot beverage with these coffee mugs and tea cups.

Our test kitchen has explored the latest espresso machines and alternative coffee brewing methods; with consumption of craft coffee on the rise the way a person makes her morning joe is very personal. Now we’re focusing our sights on the best vessels for serving that perfectly brewed java. The right coffee cup can enhance your drinking experience and even the perceived enjoyment from your coffee.

Our favorite, high-design drinkware for all your coffee (and other hot beverage) needs.

Bold Color Options

Le Creuset, founded in France in 1925, is most well known for their vibrant enameled cast iron pots; the brand has also produced an expansive range of kitchenware.

Best for Travel

The high-tech magnetic lid ensures zero spills or drips, no matter the cup’s gravitational orientation. The tumbler that can withstand any commute comes in 19 colors, matching any drink and any lifestyle.

Luxury Pick

Another stunning option from coffee drinkware powerhouse notNeutral is the FINA cappuccino and latte cup. Although it may look delicate, FINA is made from so-called “new bone china”, “a material that replicates the delicate look and feel of bone china, while maintaining the strength and sturdiness of porcelain”.

Modern Design

I searched long and hard for the perfect handleless mug in the just the right size for cappuccino. This elegant, double wall ceramic mug comes in a pleasing matte finish that includes “black” and “white”. Whether you’re sipping an espresso, latte, cappuccino, or cortado—there’s a size option available for just that.

High Tech

Ember’s smart mug keeps drinks at your exact preferred temperature for an hour and a half. Controlled by a user-friendly smartphone app, the scratch-resistant ceramic mug lights up when your beverage is ready and automatically turns off when emptied. This smart mug is an all around upgrade!

European Elegance

Villeroy and Boch has been around since 1748, showcasing European design. These tumblers boast a double-walled layer of insulation to hold hot and cold beverages at their ideal temperature for longer.

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