Best Reusable Eco-Friendly Coffee Cups & Travel Mugs

After saying no to plastic straws in your drinks and ditching plastic shopping bags, one of the easiest ‘green switches’ you can make when out and about is to quit your takeaway coffee habit. Well the takeaway cup at least.

Easiest green switch

2.5 billion single-use coffee cups are thrown away in the UK each year (2018 Environmental Audit Committee Report) – all destined for landfill. It’s a simple switch that’s consumer savvy too, as many cafes now offer up to 50p off if you bring your own cup. Opt for a thermos cup and you could save even more money by bringing your coffee from home.

Read reviews

If you’re a first-time buyer, here are some things to consider: read reviews and check the design is 100% leakproof; there is nothing more frustrating than half your morning espresso ending up in your lap and will guarantee that your new green switch doesn’t stick. Check the size, it is too big/small for your favourite beverage?

Comfortable to hold

If you’re a Venti fan, make sure your reusable cup is up to the job. Check it has heat protection, is comfortable to hold and is dishwasher safe – it needs to be effortless to use else you’ll soon give up your new eco habit.

Stylish too

Here are some of the most efficient – and stylish – from around the web; our edit of reusable coffee cups for when you're on the go.