Reusable coffee cups reviewed
Here we review Australia’s best reusable coffee cups, insulated coffee cups, recycled coffee cups and coffee cup sets.
If you’re looking for coffee mugs, see our review of the best coffee mugs in Australia.
Our reviews take into account performance, features and user feedback to help you spend your money wisely on the best products. Please note, this article contains affiliate links.
Best reusable coffee cup overall
KeepCup Brew Cork
Key features
Cork grip
Tempered glass
Splash-proof lid
About
The reusable coffee cup by KeepCup is a great all-round option for those looking to reduce their coffee cup waste.
It features a cork band made from recovered cork from wine bottles. The band also provides a nice natural tactical grip which is cool to touch.
It is designed to fit under commercial and at-home coffee machines which makes it a versatile option for at home and on the go.
The glass is tempered and very durable, especially compared to insulated glass coffee cups (see below).
It comes with a splash-proof lid.
Pros
natural cork band for grip and cool touch
durable glass to resist drops
splash-proof lid
sustainable
designed for coffee machines
responsible company which donates towards environmental causes
Cons
the lid is not as leak proof as others on the market
it is recommended not to put in the dishwasher to protect the cork grip
Best insulated coffee cup
About
This set of insulated coffee cups is a great option for the home with multiple coffee drinkers.
It features dual-wall borosilicate glass to keep beverages hot and the glass cool to touch. It also keeps drinks cold if desired. This makes it great for cocktails such as the Moscow Mule and others which should remain cold.
It comes in a value pack set of four.
It is a simple and quality product which is both elegant and functionally effective.
Pros
Great value set of four
Insulation means it is good for hot and cold drinks
Cool to touch
Simple and effective
Cons
Not recommended to be put in the dishwasher
This type of glass is not as durable as others
Best recycled coffee cup
Circular and Co recycled coffee cup
Key features
Made from recycled coffee cups
Leak-proof seal
Easy push open and close
About
This recycled coffee cup from Circular and Co is the ultimate way to reduce your coffee waste. Not only is it reusable, but it is made from discarded coffee cups!
Apart from its strong green credentials, it is very smartly designed.
It features an easy push-to-open and push-to-close top in the centre of the cup.
It has a 360 degree drinking design which means you can drink from any point of the the cup (as the liquid flows around the centre seal when opened).
This seal is also fully leak proof which means you can throw it in your bag without worrying about it leaking.
It also has decent insulation properties which will keep coffee warm for up to 90 minutes.
It is dishwasher safe and holds 227ml (8 oz).
Pros
made from coffee cups which would otherwise go to landfill
leak proof and great for travel
360 degree drinking design
easy push to open and close functionality
dishwasher safe
10-year lifespan
Cons
some might not find it as stylish as other cups (but others will love the story it tells)
Best sustainable coffee cup
Huskee reusable coffee cup
Key features
Made from coffee husks
Fin grip
Various sustainable features
About
This cup by Huskee aims to change the way we use coffee cups for a sustainable future.
The cup is made from coffee husks, meaning that it is very environmentally friendly to produce.
And at participating cafes you can hand over your dirty cup and get your coffee in a cleaned Huskee cup (if you wish!).
Finally, at the end of their life you can hand them in so they can be recycled into new products. All these features make it an incredibly sustainable choice.
Other than its green merits, the cup is well designed. It features a fin grip which keeps the cup cool to touch.
It also comes with a lid with vents and is designed to work with commercial and at-home coffee machines.
The cup is very durable to resist drops and is dishwasher safe. And it holds 227ml (8 oz).
Pros
fantastic sustainable features
cool-touch design
comes with lid
durable
dishwasher safe
Cons
lid is not leak proof like others on the market
Best coffee cup 200ml
HOMEBERLIN Cappuccino Cup Set
Key features
handmade
stylish
About
This set of 2 coffee cups is made by German company HOMEBERLIN.
The cups are handmade so that each item has a unique human touch.
They are thick walled and fired at very high temperatures which give it great durability.
They come in a variety of colours and are dishwasher safe.
As stylish in your hand as sitting as a centrepiece on your kitchen shelf or bench.
Pros
handmade
set of 2
beautiful design
very durable
Cons
higher cost for a unique product
Best coffee cup set
Miamio coffee cup set
Key features
set of six cups
includes stand and saucers
About
This coffee cup set from German company Miamio features six coffee cups, six saucers and a stand.
The vibrant design makes it stylish piece for your kitchen or living room. And the cups come in six striking colours to choose from.
The cups hold 175ml and are designed to fit under coffee machines at home.
The cups are dishwasher safe.
Pros
value set of six
includes saucers and stand
vibrant design
Cons
may be too small for people who like large serving of coffee