For the un-caffeinated, know that nothing is more infuriating than having a nice cuppa hot coffee go cold. You could miss out on those warm sips for any reason, studying for a test or preparing a presentation deck, or even to walk the dog: hot coffee gone cold is pitfully painful. Fortunately, there were some great inventors who also took exception to this and came up with lovely durable glassware products that let you enjoy your hot coffee for a longer stretch of time. Glass mugs, both regular and double-walled, are ideal choices for those who like it hot. These cups are significantly thicker than ceramic cups and won’t scorch your excited fingers like regular ceramic cups. But what’s the difference between these two cups, and which is better? Let’s explore.
Regular glass mugs
If you enjoy your coffee in the morning, you’ll want to have at least one regular glass mug. Here is why:
- Easy to clean
If you don’t have the time to wash them by hand, you can toss them into the dishwasher like any regular utensil. Furthermore, they are small, and cleaning them will only take a little out of your time. All you need is some soap and a sponge.
- Lightweight design
You’ve probably noticed that many coffee shops serve hot beverages in glass mugs. These items are lightweight and quite useful. When you pour it into a glass mug and mix it with milk or another mixer, you can see all the different layers of ingredients through the glass, making for a nice touch.
- Easy to store
Regular glass mugs are extremely easy to keep due to their small size and erudite design. You only need an empty kitchen cabinet and as many mugs as you want to fit inside.
- Excellent gift idea
Gifting a glass mug to a regular coffee drinker is always a good bet. It’ll be functional to the fullest and certainly get you some much needed good wishes.
Double-walled glass mugs
Double-walled glass has a thin glass within and instead of heating or cooling, it preserves liquids at the right temperature by preventing heat from escaping or entering. This “vacuum” is the best insulator as there is no air to transfer heat. Here are some advantages of using a double-wall coffee cup.
- Increased Durability
These cups have durable borosilicate that can withstand really high temperatures. Furthermore, it can also withstand friction and not succumb to usual wear and tear. This crystal-clear cup is translucent and smooth on the rim, and allows you the chance to savour every sip of your favourite coffee.
- Greater thermal insulation
Double-wall coffee cups with high-quality borosilicate glass can hold hot and cold drinks alike. Its double-wall construction can keep your hot beverages hot and cold beverages cooler than regular coffee cups: can carry drinks from -20°C to 150°C.
When you pour coffee into a ceramic glass, it can get too hot to hold. However, double-wall cups can handle hot tea or coffee without burning your palms or fingers. As a result, double-layered coffee mugs are preferred because they greatly minimise thermal conductivity. The cup can also reduce condensation by using a double wall.
- Comfortable without handles
It connects to the previous point: a handleless double-walled glass cup is better due to its thermal properties. Because of their thermal properties, they are handleless double-wall glass mugs. You can barely feel the heat from the hot drink inside them. Even while holding mugs with handles, you can still feel the heat. It’s easy to grasp a double-wall coffee cup, whether with or without a handle. You won’t feel your hand getting heated from the hot beverage within, unlike that old mug you didn’t put away after it lost its handle.
- Are clear
The glass material is clear and transparent, which allows you to keep track of the amount of your coffee in the glass mug as you sip, not that we need to keep track of our coffee for crying out loud. The glass also provides a more comprehensive range of design options than clay. In addition, the glass’s transparency allows for a glimpse of the contents, which is aesthetically beautiful. As a result, glass coffee cups are more visually appealing than ceramic coffee cups.
- Are lighter
Despite having two walls, these glass mugs are in fact lighter and weigh half as much as conventional mugs. Standard mugs are all around the same size and quality of build: the ceramic ones are 370g, while the (thick, single-walled) glass mug is 320g. The one with two walls of glass weighs 200 grams. That’s somewhat more than half the weight. If you hold your cup a lot, you’ll notice the weight.
- Highly recyclable
It is yet another feature of a glass mug that assures it has the least possible environmental impact. Glass is a material that people can recycle numerous times. Recycling supplies are readily available in practically every region. On the other hand, Ceramic cups aren’t recyclable, giving glass mugs a clear advantage in terms of environmental effect. The glass can be recycled many times while still providing the greatest service.
- Are safe
Double wall cups are of high quality and meet all food-grade regulations. You can also wash the cups in your dishwasher everyday and enjoy practically any form of beverage, as well as hot water or tea. It is easy to maintain and does not leave any odour or taste for afters.
Which one is better?
Double-wall glasses look beautiful, feel wonderful, and never make your hand sweat while holding cold beverages or get hot while still keeping your coffee hot. One important fact to remember regarding double-walled glasses is that their thickness varies.
Ordinary glasses can be lovely but are frequently thin and break quickly. They also don’t offer much insulation to keep drinks warm or cold.
A mug may reveal a lot about a person, even reveal if they’re mugs. However, yours should look good in all three categories: aesthetics, thermodynamics, and environmental impact. Both of the features mentioned make these cups more than worthwhile. They protect your hand from burns, and the transparent aspect elevates the coffee mugs. If you’re looking for coffee cups that are great for drinking, these choices will not disappoint.
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