Drinkware

It depends on the size, the lid and how full it is, but a good vacuum stainless bottle will typically hold hot drinks warm for most of a day and cold drinks cold for longer again. A full container holds temperature far better than a half empty one, and every time you open the lid you reset the clock. Pre-warming or pre-chilling it with water before you fill makes a noticeable difference.

A tumbler is open-topped with a press-on or slider lid, designed for drinking at a desk, in a car or around camp. It resists splashes but will spill if it goes over. A travel mug seals more firmly, usually with a flip or screw closure, so it can go in a bag without soaking everything. If it travels upright and stays put, a tumbler is fine. If it goes in a pack, choose a sealed mug or a bottle.

Most modern vacuum stainless bottles and tumblers are dishwasher safe, lids included, though it is worth checking the individual product. Older painted finishes and anything with a ceramic lining can be more sensitive. For straw lids and caps, taking the gasket out and washing it separately is what keeps them from going stale.

For a half day walk or the commute, 500ml to 750ml is usually plenty and fits most pack side pockets. For full days, hot weather or physical work, a litre or more saves refilling at the cost of carrying the extra weight. Kids generally do better with a smaller straw bottle they can open themselves than with a large cap they cannot.

Yes, choose Click & Collect at checkout. Orders are usually ready within 24 hours and you will get an email when ready. Available from our Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown and Cork City Centre stores.

Yes, we offer free standard delivery on all orders over €100.

We have four stores across Ireland: Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown, Cork City Centre and Arnotts Dublin.