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The Best Travel Mugs to Put at the Top of Your Packing List

By Tyler Chin

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As we become more conscious of our impact on the environment, many of us are quickly looking for ways to lessen our carbon footprint. One easy way is to ditch the disposable coffee cups at your favorite cafe (or even better) supply your own coffee, and bring it on the go. Because we know nobody likes a lukewarm brew (iced or hot—there is no in-between), we wanted to ensure that you’re only sipping out of one of the best travel mugs around.

The Best Travel Mugs, According to GQ

• The Best Travel Mug, Overall : Fellow Carter Slide Mug , $30
• The Best-Designed Travel Mug : Miir 360 Traveler , $28
• The Best Travel Mug with a Handle : Hydro Flask Stainless Steel Reusable Mug , $33
• The Best Jumbo-Sized Travel Mug : Brumate Toddy XL Mug , $40
• The Best Wide-Mouth Travel Mug : Kinto Travel Tumbler , $29
• The Best Barista-Approved Travel Mug : KeepCup , $30

Because, if you’re anything like us, you may wish you could have a 24/7 caffeine IV. Sadly, that’s not a thing, but the best travel mugs make it so that you never have to be without the cup of Joe. To find the options worthy of your bean juice, we tested and reviewed a handful of models to ensure that your sweet caffeination would be good from the first sip to the last—no matter how long it takes you to finish your bevy. Here’s what the competition boiled down to and which travel mugs are best suited for which kind of person.

The Best Travel Mug, Overall: Fellow Carter Slide Mug

Carter Slide Mug

From its cult-favorite electric kettle to the newly released drip coffee maker of our dreams, Fellow’s been big on coffee gear since the brand first stepped on the scene in 2013. One of its best products is its Carter mug, which won a Specialty Coffee Association award in 2021 for best coffee design. The double-wall vacuumed mug keeps everything nice and warm inside for 12 hours, while the ceramic lining ensures no metal flavors leech into your drink (subsequently, it keeps drinks cold for a full day if that’s more your jam). The matte exterior—which comes in a wide selection of colors—has a grippy texture that’s a pleasure to hold.

The original Carter mug had a regular screw-top lid, which housed a splash guard, preventing any liquid from ending up on your face if you were trying to take a sip and suddenly got jolted. We’re much bigger fans of the slide lid, which slips open with a quick and easy motion of the thumb, though it is a tad annoying having to disassemble it to clean it properly. It’s also completely spill-proof, which we’ve tested through the many times we’ve tossed a full cup of coffee into our bags and ended up with a dry laptop.

The Best-Designed Travel Mug: Miir 360 Traveler

360 Traveler

Here’s a huge first-world problem: having to rotate your cup seemingly forever to find the opening to grab a sip. Miir’s 360 Traveler combats this by turning the entire circumference of the lid into an opening for sipping. All you have to do is depress the center button and freely sip from wherever you damn well please. Ingenious—we know. Its slim build lets it sit comfortably in most, if not all, car cupholders, and it’ll keep your drink at your desired temperature without having to worry about outside factors—like if you left your hot coffee in an ice-cold car for a couple of hours or vice versa. And if this lid doesn’t suit your fancy, the body is compatible with a number of other Miir toppers, like a regular twist-off or a straw option.

The Best Travel Mug with a Handle: Hydro Flask Stainless Steel Reusable Mug

Hydro Flask

Stainless Steel Reusable Mug

Imagine your regular at-home mug, but primed and prepped to take a beating. Hydro Flask’s insulated mug is great for daily sipping, keeping your drinks hot, and being easy to clean. It’s one of the most durable travel mugs we’ve tried, something that the brand has carried across all of its drinkware options. The no-slip exterior is a nice touch, though we’re sure you’ll mostly be holding it from the handle. We also like how smoothly liquids flow through the lid so that you can chug that 8 a.m. coffee long before you’ve made it to the office.

The Best Jumbo-Sized Travel Mug: Brumate Toddy XL Mug

This isn’t just another big dumb cup . Brumate’s Toddy XL has been perfected to help you always keep your big gulps of cold or hot beverages with you. The extra-long handle is a pleasure to hold and makes it easy to hold such a large-format container. If you were to drop this, you could rest easy knowing that none of your contents would spill onto the floor.

The Best Wide-Mouth Travel Mug: Kinto Travel Tumbler

Travel Tumbler

Kinto’s array of minimalist tableware and lifestyle gear makes it a winner in the looks department. But functionally? Yeah, we’re big fans of the brand for that, too—especially with this low-key travel tumbler. The sleek container features a tapered lid that makes it easy to grasp, while the thin lip is just a pleasure to drink from, allowing drinks to waterfall seamlessly into your mouth. The wide mouth of the tumbler makes this great for use as an iced coffee mug because you’re more easily able to add ice, but no matter what temperature your drink is, it’ll stay that way for hours and hours.

The Best Barista-Approved Travel Mug: KeepCup

Brew Cork Reusable Coffee Cup

Imagine your regular disposable coffee cup, but fashion it out of glass and a reusable lid, and you’ll have KeepCup. The brand was founded by Australian cafe owners as a way to combat overflowing landfills teeming with single-use cups. KeepCup was designed with baristas in mind so that they could use these containers in lieu of disposable options—it sits perfectly under an espresso machine’s group head (where the espresso comes out from) and is sized to replicate industry-standard cup sizes. The lid is splash-proof, not spill-proof, and comes with a cork band that’ll make sure you don’t burn your hands on your hot cuppa.

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Yeti knows how to keep things cold (just check out its coolers ), and it’s also great at keeping things hot. Why would anyone want a stupidly cute cup that’s this small? Maybe someone likes to use a moka pot on their travels, or they managed to haul their whole espresso setup onto the backroads. We don’t care why someone would want to use this, only that we absolutely love how dainty this thing is and what a pleasure it makes drinking espresso out of. Also, we found that it’s compatible with Yeti’s 10-ounce tumbler lids just to keep the mosquitoes away from your joe.

Temperature Control Travel Mug

Ember’s temperature-controlled mugs are a godsend for folks who take forever to finish their coffee. The same science is applied to its travel mug, which keeps your drink at the exact temperature you set—between 120 and 145 degrees Fahrenheit—for up to two hours. Its leak-proof lid prevents any unwanted accidents, and it’s fully submersible in water up to one meter in case it accidentally takes a plunge in some liquid.

For a cheap travel mug that doesn’t suck, RTIC’s is able to keep your bevvies warm and securely inside the container. They’re fully dishwasher safe, which is a plus, and they come in over a dozen colors to match your vibe.

What to Look for in a Travel Mug

Size : Tall? Grande? Venti?! We’re ditching the Starbucks lingo to bring you a variety of travel mug sizes to accommodate however much coffee (or tea or whatever) you tend to drink on the regular. If you’re chugging joe like it’s a Big Gulp, go big with something like the Brumate Toddy XL to make fewer trips to the coffee pot. But if all you need is a quick shot (of espresso) or a moderately sized latte, then maybe something smaller like a KeepCup or dainty Yeti will get you where you need to go. Also note that if you’re pouring a small beverage, like a cortado, into a much larger container, that beverage will cool down faster because of all the empty space, regardless of the vacuum insulation.

Leakproof : We know there are a lot of klutzes around us, so we want to make sure your beverage stays exactly where it should be: in your mouth or your mug. A good travel mug should be leak- and spill-proof, but we made exceptions for the KeepCup, which we think is a great way to opt out of using disposable cups at cafes without disrupting a barista’s routine for making drinks.

Easy to Clean : Not all travel mugs need to be dishwasher safe, but in the hopes that you’re regularly cleaning your container, we made sure to find easy travel mugs to give a thorough cleaning. The last thing you need is built-up gunk in your travel mug to harbor bacteria, leading to sickness or just an overall nasty drinking experience.

How We Tested

We found a variety of travel mugs that were popular with reviewers and tested them to see how they performed with daily use over a prolonged period. We evaluated travel mugs based on their durability, ability to keep beverages hot, and overall aesthetic to determine which options were best for various people. Finally, we assessed how easily these travel mugs came apart to give a thorough cleaning and how long-term use impacted their performance.

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Best Insulated Cups of 2024

We tried the Stanley Tumbler, Yeti Rambler, and other cups to see which did the best job keeping drinks hot and cold

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An insulated cup lets you take your favorite drink, hot or cold, anywhere you go. Whether you’re looking to tote around a day’s worth of cold water, or you want to keep your coffee hot all the way to work, the right insulated cup feels like it was designed with your routine, and even you, in mind.

But the worst insulated cups can feel like a piece of over-engineered junk that leaks tepid coffee or room-temperature water onto your lap, and clutters your cupboards, collecting dust.

Best Insulated Cups

Stanley tumbler review, yeti rambler review, how cr tests insulated cups.

These devices go by many names—travel mug, travel cup, or tumbler to name a few. And of course, some brands and models have become all but synonymous with taking your drink to go: The Yeti Rambler, Stanley Tumbler, and Thermos-brand models of any variety are all famous for different reasons, from inventing the category itself to protecting your drink so well even a fire won’t breach its vacuum-insulated walls.

But reputation isn’t everything. In our recent evaluation of insulated cups, we tried out a traditional Thermos, the Stanley Tumbler, and the Yeti Rambler, along with plenty of the competition, to see which insulated cups rose to the top.

“One of the most interesting findings in our testing was that some of the really well-known brands, including Yeti and Starbucks, fell short of the competition,” says Bernie Deitrick, CR’s test engineer in charge of evaluating insulated cups. “In certain cases, we’d find that the mug would be beautifully designed and styled, but would have something like a flimsy plastic lid that would allow the heat to escape, or liquid to spill.” We run our tests to give you data-based comparisons. With something like an insulated travel mug—which will live in your grip day after day—we realize that only you can decide what makes it great, whether that’s a leakproof design or a profile that fits in the slimmest of cup holders. Know that at a minimum, every mug here keeps drinks hot for at least a few hours; we sincerely hope that’s plenty long enough for your commute.

We test how well-insulated cups keep drinks hot or cold, how easy they are to clean, and whether they offer readily replaceable gaskets.

For the temperature tests, we filled each insulated cup with boiling water (212° F) and immediately screwed or pressed each lid back on. Then our testers opened each cup at set intervals to take the temperature of the water inside until it dropped to 140° F—better known as lukewarm.

We also tested each cup to see whether it could keep cold drinks cold as well as hot drinks hot. “We found that cups that were well-insulated did a great job with keeping liquids either hot or cold,” Deitrick says.

To rate how easy cups are to clean, we evaluated each lid, assigning points to those that were easy to clean and subtracting from those that had hard-to-clean nooks or gaskets in their lids that retained soils even after a thorough scrubbing.

Each insulated cup in our test had at least one silicone gasket, and some had as many as three. Over time, they can wear out, and many harbor foul odors. So we removed each gasket that could be removed—some can’t—to see how easy it would be to clean beneath it, and then replaced it. We also noted whether a manufacturer offered replacement gaskets or lids, which will, on occasion, spare you the need to replace an entire cup.

Lastly, we sized up ease of use, which reflects whether or not the cup resists leaking and spilling, how easy it is to open the lid and drink from the cup without it, and how easily the cup will—or won’t—fit into car cup holders.

Paul Hope is a senior multimedia content creator at Consumer Reports and a trained chef. He covers ranges, cooktops, and wall ovens, as well as grills, drills, outdoor power tools, decking, and wood stains. Before joining CR in 2016, he tested kitchen products at Good Housekeeping and covered tools and remodeling for This Old House magazine. You’ll typically find him in his old fixer-upper, engrossed in a DIY project or trying out a new recipe.

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By Kristi Kellogg and Meaghan Kenny

Whether you're embarking on your morning commute or headed on an East Coast road trip , you should have one of the best travel mugs in hand. Finding one you like means you can skip the routine stop at the coffee shop (or at least say no to the disposable cup), cut back on single-use plastics, and keep your drinks at an ideal temperature (with some, for hours and hours at a time). Ahead, we've rounded up Condé Nast Traveler editors' personal favorites—from brands like Hydro Flask, Yeti, Corksicle, Stanley, and more. With insulated, leak-proof, and easy-to-carry options in the mix, there's a mug in here ready for a spot in your cup holder or tote bag .

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Hydro Flask All Around Tumbler

The 20-ounce version of Hydro Flask’s All Around Tumbler has been my go-to lately, both at home and on the commute to work. It keeps coffee warm for a few hours, so if I’m sipping slowly I don’t have to bother with reheating it, and does its job in keeping iced coffee cool, too. It has the type of lid that you can push back and forth to open or close, and the opening is wide enough to easily fit a reusable straw. I don’t drive, but the mug's size seems very cupholder-friendly, too! — Madison Flager, senior commerce editor

Stanley Classic Trigger Action travel mug

Stanley makes the best classic mugs (the company has been around since 1913 after all). The brand is known for its iconic insulated steel thermoses, which promise hours-long insulation for hot drinks and durability for wherever you’re taking your beverage— hiking , camping , thrown in the back of your car on a road trip , you name it. The original green color has a delightfully retro vibe as well. — Megan Spurrell, senior editor

Stojo collapsible travel cup, 16-ounce

The main reason I adore my collapsible Stojo cup is its clever design that makes it incredibly easy to carry around. I’m not kidding when I say that when folded down, my 16-ounce cup turns into a disc that fits into my jacket pocket. It’s also light enough to drop into a travel backpack or a sling bag when you go hiking. I use mine for everything from coffees and smoothies, and when dry, for snacks and berries. Don’t expect an insulated mug with this one: It keeps a beverage warm (or cool) for long enough for you to drink it, but isn’t a double-walled metal cup. However, it has helped me cut down on a ton of waste when traveling, and might I add is cute-looking, too. — Arati Menon, global digital director

Read a full review of the Stojo cup.

Stanley Aerolight Transit bottle

The AeroLight Transit bottle has become my new favorite mug to use on my morning commute to work. My tea is still piping hot even after my hour-long train ride. I keep it in my tote bag—along with my laptop and phone—and it never leaks. I've flipped this one completely upside down and nothing spills out, making it a reliable option to travel with. It's one-third lighter than Stanley's typical stainless steel, so it doesn't feel heavy in my bag either. I also appreciate how slim the bottle is—it's so easy to carry around. — Meaghan Kenny, associate commerce editor

Yeti Rambler stackable mug

When I'm traveling, the most essential ritual I preserve is my morning coffee. While I love nearly all of the Yeti drinkware options, this mug is perfect for coffee—both for its manageable 10-ounce size, as well as the side handle, which makes this especially easy when I'm on a road trip or a train. (This mug has come with me on camping trips in the Shenandoah Valley and Delaware Water Gap, on a road trip through the Appalachian Highlands, and a long drive between D.C. and New York City .) A fair word of warning though: The airtight lid and insulation work almost too well—coffee stays hot a long time, so I recommend you get it close to your ideal temperature before pouring it in. —Corina Quinn, former city guides director

Snow Peak Milk bottle

This is one of those gifts I have become deeply attached to—it was given to me about a year ago, when I was getting really into camping and the chic outdoor brand Snow Peak, and it’s since become a staple in my house. It has a beautifully minimalist design, is small enough to feel really portable (as in, it’s not a pain to have to tote home once it’s empty), and it never leaks. It’s no bargain, but given how much I use and love it, I think the math sort of works out in the end. — M.S .

Zojirushi stainless steel mug

“This mug is my favorite one ever because the lid has a lock feature that makes it completely leak-free. I can throw this in a travel tote and not worry about coffee dribbling all over. Plus the stainless steel interior keeps coffee extra hot for hours, but it doesn't burn your hands. In addition to my commute on the subway, I've taken this little wonder on train rides to upstate New York , and I've never spilled a drop.” —Jessica Puckett, senior editor, transportation and travel news

Hydro Flask 20 oz Coffee with Flex Sip Lid

Another option from Hydro Flask worth noting is the 20-ounce bottle with a Flex Slip lid. It's large enough that I can bring plenty of iced coffee with me on the go, but it's still cupholder-friendly—very important for road trips. The double-wall vaccum insulation keeps cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot drinks hot for up to 12. The carry-handle makes it easy to hold on long walks and the leak-proof lid is easy to open and close. I love the color options, especially this new purple shade. —M.K.

Martina Thornhill Okay cup

It’s not hyperbole to state that I’ve tried the lion’s share of travel mugs on the market. I drink a ton of coffee and I travel and drive a lot. I hate the way metal mugs make coffee taste—it’s so much better out of a ceramic mug. The Okay Cup from Portland, Oregon –based ceramicist Marina Thornhill is gorgeous, doesn’t leak, and doesn’t make your coffee taste like mud. It’s pricey, but a better long-term deal than always dumping the coffee you put in another mug and don’t actually drink. It’s constantly selling out, so put your name on the pre-order list—it’s worth the wait. —Rebecca Misner, senior features editor

Kinto travel tumbler

If you’re a tea drinker like me or like your travel mugs to keep your hot drinks piping hot, be warned: this insulated mug gets me every time, keeping my teas at steaming, roof-of-mouth-burning temperatures for what feels like an impossibly long time. (And that’s a good thing in my book.) I prefer the matte exterior over the stainless steel for its added grip. I use it to commute with my tea (it doesn’t leak!) and on extra-long winter walks because I know it’ll stay warm the entire time. —Meredith Carey, former travel bookings editor

Yeti Rambler lowball

This mug is a thing in my house. My partner received one as a Christmas gift , only to find it missing every morning—truth be told, after I stole it once to use for hot coffee on my morning subway commute, I couldn’t go back to any other thermos. I personally love that this mug doesn’t have a handle, because it’s so insulated it never burns my hands, yet the coffee inside stays piping hot, and its shape is nice and easy to hold. When I’m done enjoying my hot drink on the go, it takes the least space possible in my bag , where it usually clangs around for the rest of the day until I make my way home (or back to wherever I’m staying). —M.S.

Corkcicle classic tumbler

This Corkcicle tumbler keeps my coffee hot on my subway commute, and is secure enough to sneak a couple of sips while standing on a crowded, moving train. There’s also something joyful about pouring my freshly brewed coffee into a pink vessel—how could I not be cheerful toting this cute mug around the office? Most often this mug has been my subway companion, though I have used it for road trips and early morning flights that require a caffeine boost before boarding. —Katie Henwood, former senior SEO manager

Miir Climate+ Tumbler

Lately when I want a compact option that won't take up much space in my backpack or tote after it's empty, I've been reaching for this sleek stainless steel tumbler from Miir. It's shatter proof, so I don't worry about dropping it or getting any dents. For an extra charge, you can even personalize it, making it a great gift for any traveler in your life. —M.K.

Hydro Flask stainless steel travel mug

This Hydro Flask mug checks all the boxes: It's BPA-free and dishwasher-safe, has a leak-proof lid, carrying handle, and no-sweat matte finish, and comes with a lifetime warranty. You can use it as a thermos, a water bottle , or a coffee cup. Hydro Flask also has matching slings that let you carry your travel tumbler hands-free, helpful when biking, hiking, or just dashing through the airport. — Kristi Kellogg, contributor

OtterBox Elevation wine tumbler

Technically this is a wine tumbler, but more often, I use it for iced coffee. It keeps my caffeine cold, fits the extra-large ice cube I put into the bottom, and doesn’t leave rings on tables when I set it down. Plus, like all things OtterBox, it’s sturdy—I don’t have to worry about dinging or denting it when I inevitably drop or knock it over. Its smaller size means it’s also carry-on and backpack friendly. —M.F.

Hay Sowden travel cup

I don’t think there’s a chicer travel mug than this colorful one from Hay, which comes in pink, green, or gray, all with contrasting, two-toned lids. It puts all other thermoses to shame when it comes to design—but it’s also totally functional, with an insulated stainless steel exterior that keeps drinks hot for up to 12 hours and cold for an impressive 24 hours. —M.C.

W&P Porter mug

This mug hits all the right marks: The silicone sleeve makes it easy to grip and quiet when placed down on a surface; the mouthpiece on the lid is easy to slide open and close; and it’s safe to put in the dishwasher and microwave. Plus, it just looks nicer than the rest of my logo-clad travel mugs. Most often I use it to sip coffee on my morning commute, but I have also brought it on longer train rides to D.C. and on flights as a vessel for oatmeal. —M.F.

Simple Modern travel coffee mug

One of my favorite reusable water bottles is from Simple Modern, so I had high hopes for its travel mug and it certainly did not disappoint. This stainless steel mug keeps my hot beverages hot for four hours and my iced coffee cold for up to 16 hours, so it's great for day trips and using at the office. It's dishwasher safe and the handle makes sipping on the go easy. The under $20 price tag is nice, too. —M.K.

See the New Starbucks x Stanley Tumbler, Plus the Entire Summer 2024 Collection

The fresh lineup includes 14(!) new cups in tropical colors and pretty pastels.

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The coffee empire debuted three new Summer-Berry Refreshers ® — the basic Summer-Berry Refreshers ® Beverage which features a "blend of raspberry, blueberry and blackberry flavors shaken with ice," the Summer-Berry Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers ® Beverage which has the added addition of lemonade and the Summer Skies Drink, a non-dairy drink that features Summer-Berry Refreshers creamy coconut milk over ice — all of which have raspberry-flavored boba pearls as well.

They also released their 2024 summer cups earlier this week , which features 14 new designs in tropical colors and pretty pastels.

With everything from a collapsible water bottle perfect for packing on the go-to, to the brand's standard tumbler in a new color with a matching keychain and a specialty sunset-themed Stanley, Starbucks' latest line certainly captures that fresh, sunny aesthetic June, July and August seems to exude.

And as dedicated Starbuckgoers know, "any Starbucks Rewards members who bring a clean, personal cup will earn 25 stars in addition to 10 cents off their beverage." This goes for customers who order in-store, on the Starbucks app or through the drive-thru.

Here's everything we know about the 14 new designs you can look forward to scoring, how much you can expect to pay and where you're most likely to find them.

The Light Blue Swirl Cold Cups (16 oz, $19.95 and 24 oz, $22.95) have a pastel blue design with a sparkly sheen and straw with a crystallized design that conjure up images of the glistening waters reflecting the bright hot sun while you're sitting poolside. And the adorable matching keychain ($12.95) "adds fun seasonal flair to any key ring."

Keep hydrated wherever you go with the Lime Green Collapsible Water Bottle (24 oz, $12.95). It's easy to spot and easy to store — win-win!

Perfect for the coffee drinkers who are firmly team hot over iced, the glossy Lilac Drink Thru Tumbler (24 oz, $24.95) makes sipping some brew on a breezy morning, or watching the sunset and winding down with some tea in the evening, an experience to look forward to each day.

The Canna Lily Butterfly Hot & Cold Cup (24 oz, $27.95) celebrates the "beauty of nature" with a gorgeous butterfly design that uses shades of blue, purple and green on the cup, lid and straw.

Nothing quite beats a summer sunset (or even a sunrise, we're not picky!) and nothing quite beats this Sunset Gradient Starbucks x Stanley Quencher (40 oz, $54.95). This hefty cup has an ombre sunset design that starts with a light yellow at the top and quickly transforms to burnt orange then a reddish pink at the bottom, with a hot pink straw and handle.

The perfect vibe for those stunning summer blue skies, the Pastel Blue Vaccuum Seal Cold Cup (24 oz, $29.95) is designed to keep ice beverages "refreshingly cold so the summer sips last longer.

The Light Green Jeweled Cold Cup (24 oz, $29.95) has a reflective, almost iridescent sheen that will absolutely shine when the sun hits its surface.

For those who like something simple and straightforward, the Gray Twist-to-Sip Water Bottle (20 oz, $32.95) keeps beverages ice-cold with little risk of spill thanks to the special twist-to-sip mechanism.

It doesn't matter how hot the temperature gets this summer because you'll be cool as a cucumber with any of these icy cups from the Reusable Dome Lid Cold Cup Set (24 oz, $22.95) featuring five "super chill summer designs" with matching straws and lids.

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Starbucks kicked off the summer season early with new bubble tea refreshers — Summer Berry, Summer Berry lemonade and Summer Skies — all made with raspberry boba pearls. New iced coffee options and a recent line of pastries, including an orange cream cake pop and a pineapple cloud cake, are also available at Starbucks stores nationwide for a limited time.

A new drinkware collection also came out just in time for Mother's Day. So, if you're still unsure what to get her, there's no need to think too far — your nearest Starbucks might have the right gift.

From pastel-colored tumblers and cold cups to a collapsible bottle and tropical key chains, here's a roundup of the new merchandise Starbucks is offering this summer, and how you can save some money with it.

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Here are the items included in this year's Starbucks summer merch, along with their description on its website and the price for each. The pricing of items can vary by retailer and availability changes per store location.

Starbucks also rewards to members who bring in a clean, personal cup with 10 cents off their drink and 25 stars. The promotion can be used up to three times per day.

• Light Blue Swirl Cold Cups and Keychain : From the beach to a bike basket, these blue cold cups will sparkle and shine like crystal clear waters. A matching keychain adds fun seasonal flair to any keyring. Price: $22.95 (24 oz), $19.95 (16 oz), $12.95 (keychain).
• Lime Green Collapsible Water Bottle : Perfect for summer adventures, this 24-ounce bright green water bottle is easy to spot and can collapse for effortless storage. Price: $12.95
• Lilac Drink Thru Tumbler : During breezy summer mornings or evenings, easily sip hot beverages from the drink-thru lid on this glossy lilac tumbler. Price: $24.95 (24 oz).
• Canna Lily Butterfly Hot & Cold Cup : Embrace the beauty of nature with this silver butterfly hot & cold cup. Price: $27.95 (24 oz).
• Sunset Gradient Starbucks x Stanley Quencher : Featuring the warm orange and yellow hues of a summer sunset, this cup can maximize hydration during any hot day. Price: $54.95 (40 oz).
• Pastel Blue Vacuum Seal Cold Cup : The vacuum-seal design of this pool blue cold cup keeps iced beverages refreshingly cold so summer sips last longer. Price: $29.95 (24 oz).
• Light Green Jeweled Cold Cup : With a reflective pastel green diamond pattern, this cold cup adds a glamorous flair to any cold beverage. Price: $29.95 (24 oz).
• Gray Twist-to-Sip Water Bottle : Savor every last drop of an ice-cold beverage with the twist-to-sip lid on this light gray water bottle. Price: $32.95 (20 oz).
• Reusable Dome Lid Cold Cup Set : This reusable set of five 24-ounce cups features five super chill summer designs with matching reusable dome lids and straws. Price: $22.95 
• Starbucks Gift Cards : Starbucks Cards or Starbucks Card  eGifts are available in a variety of summer-themed designs, loaded with amounts from $5 to $100.

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Starbucks is already in summer mode, and has you covered for poolside sipping with its new seasonal merch collection.

Along with prism cold cups and lilac tumblers, the summer 2024 Starbucks drinkware line includes an exclusive Sunset Gradient Stanley Quencher that is sure to sell out. However, it may not be as difficult to snag as the pink Stanley cup that launched around Valentine’s Day. While that viral Quencher resulted in crowds of collectors storming their local Starbucks, TikToker @whoslulugirl_2 shared what it was like camping outside her Target for the summer Stanley — and things were pretty chill.

That doesn’t mean it’ll be easy to find the Stanley and Starbucks summer 2024 cup if you wait around. The sunset-inspired colors and vibrant pink handle are sure to make this a popular cup for fans, so you’ll want to get it ASAP — especially if it matches your summertime vibes. So while you’re picking up a new Summer-Berry Starbucks Refresher , grab the new Stanley or a reusable water bottle. The latter will definitely come in handy if you’re planning beach days or going to any outdoor music festivals.

For the full lineup, here’s everything you need to know about Starbucks’ new summer collection.

Sunset Gradient Starbucks x Stanley Quencher ($55)

The highlight of Starbucks’ new collection is the 40-ounce Sunset Gradient Stanley Cup; the colors really emulate the sun setting with warm orange and yellow hues. For a bright pop of color, there is also a pink handle and matching straw.

The lid, which makes this cup portable and ready for summertime activities, is see-through with vibrant yellow accents. As cute as it is for Stanley collectors , just know that this cup is a tad more expensive than other Quenchers. The Valentine’s Day Starbucks cup was just $50, and this one is $55.

Light Blue Swirl Cold Cups and Keychain ($13-$23)

This new light blue swirl design just screams “crystal skies” from Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space.” It’s very fitting for the summertime if you believe 1989 is a beach album versus a city one . And if this color is calling to you, you’re in luck — it comes in two sizes plus an adorable matching keychain.

The 16-ounce cold cup is sold exclusively at Starbucks licensed cafes in grocery stores, airports, and hospitals, so it might be a little harder to find than the 24-ounce option.

Lime Green Collapsible Water Bottle ($13)

Whether you’re going on a hike or to a music festival this summer, a water bottle is a must. You want to keep hydrated, and this 24-ounce collapsible bottle can fit into almost any bag you’re planning on bringing with you. This may even be the perfect bottle to bring to the Eras Tour , and it has a very Swift-inspired price tag of $13.

Lilac Drink Thru Tumbler ($25)

Even if it’s hot outside, you may still be a warm coffee drinker. If that’s the case, Starbucks has this 24-ounce tumbler in their summer collection. It’s a gorgeous lilac color that matches Olivia Rodrigo’s GUTS tour shade and even Swift’s tennis-core skort .

Canna Lily Butterfly Hot & Cold Cup ($28)

If you like to drink both iced and warm drinks, this 24-ounce cup is for you. The insulated design is not only great for a variety of beverages, but also has a lid so you can take it on any adventure you’re planning this season.

Pastel Blue Vacuum Seal Cold Cup ($30)

Another great cup in Starbucks’ new collection for summer adventures is this vacuum-sealed, 24-ounce one. It’s designed to really keep your iced lattes chilly on hot days, and also prevent spills.

Light Green Jeweled Cold Cup ($30)

Some people collect Stanleys, but you might be more of a prism cold cup girlie. If that’s the case, you’ll want to add this light green shade to your arsenal. While the 24-ounce cup is a mint green hue, it also reflects other colors like yellow and pink in the right sunlight. It’s absolutely gorgeous, and comes with a matching prism straw.

Gray Twist-to-Sip Water Bottle ($33)

Another water bottle option in Starbucks’ collection that will match just about any ‘fit you’re planning is this 20-ounce gray one. It may not be collapsible, but has a twist-to-sip cap that’s perfect for traveling. It’ll also keep your iced water extra crisp on long days.

Reusable Dome Lid Cold Cup Set ($23)

Each Starbucks collection also has a set of cold cups that you can easily bring with you the next time you go on a coffee run, and want to earn an extra 25 Stars with your order at the same time. This set of 24-ounce cups is perfect for summertime slushies with the dome-shaped lid. This is also the most budget-friendly of the new merch items, because you get five cups for $23 — aka less than $5 a cup.

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A CEO’s single greatest skill is communication. It is key to motivating your team, ensuring work is executive correctly, and effectively sharing information about the company with customers, shareholders, and the board. Unfortunately, Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan demonstrated in a recent interview with Jim Cramer that he is sorely lacking in this department.

Speaking shortly after Starbucks reported slumping quarterly results , Narasimhan went on CNBC to try and explain the bad results. Not only did he fail to adequately explain the results—something which Cramer, always a tough customer, was quick to point out—he seemed to actively attempt to mislead viewers about the nature of the problems, the company’s trajectory, and how he intended to respond. It was a textbook example of exactly how the CEO of a major publicly traded company should not communicate about a tough quarter.

The interview was a disaster. The stock was dropping in real time as Narasimhan spoke, and the video tore through X and the internet afterwards.

It’s no wonder, then, that Howard Schultz, who spent his career building Starbucks into what it is today and remains its fifth largest shareholder , held Narasimhan to account in a LinkedIn post . Narasimhan’s failure on TV wasn’t just an insult to Schultz's many years of work and passion for the company, it directly affected his financial wellbeing, too.

Schultz explained the situation as well as anyone could have: “Ask any public-company CEO and they will tell you that ‘a miss’ is virtually inevitable, even at the best-managed, fastest-growing firms. It’s not the miss that matters. It’s what comes next. What’s the diagnosis of the problem? What’s the impact on morale? And what’s the strategy to fix it?”

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This point is paramount. A CEO cannot simply stand up and repeat that they’re going to continue business as usual. Instead, they must present a compelling case that they either have a strategy in place—and explain why it will work—or acknowledge that there is a problem and they are building a strategy to take it on. The status quo doesn’t cut it.

Narasimhan’s failure provides us an opportunity to look at how CEOs can do a better job of communicating about tough situations.

Get in Front of the Bad News

Going into the interview, Narasimhan already knew that SBUX was struggling. Everyone else knew it, too, especially including those on Wall Street and Jim Cramer. Starbucks’ quarterly performance was in no way a secret. So, instead of trying to claim that the company was heading in a better direction than it was, he should have gotten out in front and started the interview by acknowledging the problems head-on. Before Cramer could even ask a follow-up question, Narasimhan should have explained what the problems were at Starbucks, why those problems existed, and what he was going to do to fix them.

It’s very simple: What happened and what are we going to do about it?

By being upfront and proactive about communicating the basic facts, a CEO demonstrates good leadership: They are aware of the problems, they’re going to be honest with shareholders and customers, and they are actively engaged in problem solving. Even if you haven’t figured out a solution yet, just say that you need more time to work on it. But don’t act like the problems aren’t real. Ducking the basic facts, especially negative facts, simply makes a leader look disingenuous and causes people to trust them less.

No Matter What, Be Authentic

In advance of earnings calls, especially when the results aren’t stellar, a CEO’s communications staff will be hard at work figuring out how to spin those results and paint them in the best light. This is their job, and it can be helpful as a CEO thinks about how they want to communicate about the results. But this is an exercise. At the end of the day, the CEO has to own the words coming out of their mouth.The CEOsets the standard for communicating with the public.

No matter what, a CEO needs to make sure what they’re saying feels like its coming from them naturally, rather than being fed talking points. Narasimhan, unfortunately, appeared to have learned the lines really well without truly understanding how the way he was talking about Starbucks might not be convincing to the audience.

CEOs must appear to be credible for investors, analysts and journalists to take them seriously. Speaking inauthentically—in a way that doesn’t sound natural and like you—works against that.

Understand the Purpose of the Interview

It’s easy to get wrapped up in the minutia of earnings, and the failures that led to a bad quarter. That truth has to be communicated to the public. However, the numbers, the information, is typically already available in various filings and reports. No one watches a CEO interview to learn about raw facts. Instead, they’re looking for clues about how the CEO plans to handle the problem. They’re looking for clues about that person’s character. Ultimately, they’re trying to decide if they trust this person to right the ship.

This means that a CEO’s job during these interviews is to communicate trust and humbleness and to take responsibility for what happened and for finding a way through it. Six weeks after the interview, no one will remember exactly what was said, but they will remember if they liked or disliked the CEO. They will remember if they trusted them. So, rather than trying to spin the facts or argue that things are better than they seem, the CEOs job is to demonstrate who they really are. If they can do this, the interview will be a success, regardless of whether the quarterly results are incredible or terrible. Trust, credibility, and clarity are the most important takeaways for an audience.

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Narasimhan failed on all three of these counts. He tried to bury the bad news, came across as inauthentic and disingenuous, and seemed to think that his job was to win an argument with Cramer, rather than demonstrate to the public that he could be trusted with the fate of Starbucks.

Schultz, and all the other Starbucks shareholders, shouldn’t let up until they get some good answers from Narasimhan. Maybe he’s just not good on TV. But right now, all anyone knows is that he didn’t instill confidence in them.

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Zvenigorod's most famous sight is the Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery, which was founded in 1398 by the monk Savva from the Troitse-Sergieva Lavra, at the invitation and with the support of Prince Yury Dmitrievich of Zvenigorod. Savva was later canonised as St Sabbas (Savva) of Storozhev. The monastery late flourished under the reign of Tsar Alexis, who chose the monastery as his family church and often went on pilgrimage there and made lots of donations to it. Most of the monastery’s buildings date from this time. The monastery is heavily fortified with thick walls and six towers, the most impressive of which is the Krasny Tower which also serves as the eastern entrance. The monastery was closed in 1918 and only reopened in 1995. In 1998 Patriarch Alexius II took part in a service to return the relics of St Sabbas to the monastery. Today the monastery has the status of a stauropegic monastery, which is second in status to a lavra. In addition to being a working monastery, it also holds the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum.

Belfry and Neighbouring Churches

Located near the main entrance is the monastery's belfry which is perhaps the calling card of the monastery due to its uniqueness. It was built in the 1650s and the St Sergius of Radonezh’s Church was opened on the middle tier in the mid-17th century, although it was originally dedicated to the Trinity. The belfry's 35-tonne Great Bladgovestny Bell fell in 1941 and was only restored and returned in 2003. Attached to the belfry is a large refectory and the Transfiguration Church, both of which were built on the orders of Tsar Alexis in the 1650s.  

To the left of the belfry is another, smaller, refectory which is attached to the Trinity Gate-Church, which was also constructed in the 1650s on the orders of Tsar Alexis who made it his own family church. The church is elaborately decorated with colourful trims and underneath the archway is a beautiful 19th century fresco.

Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is the oldest building in the monastery and among the oldest buildings in the Moscow Region. It was built between 1404 and 1405 during the lifetime of St Sabbas and using the funds of Prince Yury of Zvenigorod. The white-stone cathedral is a standard four-pillar design with a single golden dome. After the death of St Sabbas he was interred in the cathedral and a new altar dedicated to him was added.

Under the reign of Tsar Alexis the cathedral was decorated with frescoes by Stepan Ryazanets, some of which remain today. Tsar Alexis also presented the cathedral with a five-tier iconostasis, the top row of icons have been preserved.

Tsaritsa's Chambers

The Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral is located between the Tsaritsa's Chambers of the left and the Palace of Tsar Alexis on the right. The Tsaritsa's Chambers were built in the mid-17th century for the wife of Tsar Alexey - Tsaritsa Maria Ilinichna Miloskavskaya. The design of the building is influenced by the ancient Russian architectural style. Is prettier than the Tsar's chambers opposite, being red in colour with elaborately decorated window frames and entrance.

At present the Tsaritsa's Chambers houses the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum. Among its displays is an accurate recreation of the interior of a noble lady's chambers including furniture, decorations and a decorated tiled oven, and an exhibition on the history of Zvenigorod and the monastery.

Palace of Tsar Alexis

The Palace of Tsar Alexis was built in the 1650s and is now one of the best surviving examples of non-religious architecture of that era. It was built especially for Tsar Alexis who often visited the monastery on religious pilgrimages. Its most striking feature is its pretty row of nine chimney spouts which resemble towers.

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Gagarin cup (khl) finals:  atlant moscow oblast vs. salavat yulaev ufa.

Much like the Elitserien Finals, we have a bit of an offense vs. defense match-up in this league Final.  While Ufa let their star top line of Alexander Radulov, Patrick Thoresen and Igor Grigorenko loose on the KHL's Western Conference, Mytischi played a more conservative style, relying on veterans such as former NHLers Jan Bulis, Oleg Petrov, and Jaroslav Obsut.  Just reaching the Finals is a testament to Atlant's disciplined style of play, as they had to knock off much more high profile teams from Yaroslavl and St. Petersburg to do so.  But while they did finish 8th in the league in points, they haven't seen the likes of Ufa, who finished 2nd. 

This series will be a challenge for the underdog, because unlike some of the other KHL teams, Ufa's top players are generally younger and in their prime.  Only Proshkin amongst regular blueliners is over 30, with the work being shared by Kirill Koltsov (28), Andrei Kuteikin (26), Miroslav Blatak (28), Maxim Kondratiev (28) and Dmitri Kalinin (30).  Oleg Tverdovsky hasn't played a lot in the playoffs to date.  Up front, while led by a fairly young top line (24-27), Ufa does have a lot of veterans in support roles:  Vyacheslav Kozlov , Viktor Kozlov , Vladimir Antipov, Sergei Zinovyev and Petr Schastlivy are all over 30.  In fact, the names of all their forwards are familiar to international and NHL fans:  Robert Nilsson , Alexander Svitov, Oleg Saprykin and Jakub Klepis round out the group, all former NHL players.

For Atlant, their veteran roster, with only one of their top six D under the age of 30 (and no top forwards under 30, either), this might be their one shot at a championship.  The team has never won either a Russian Superleague title or the Gagarin Cup, and for players like former NHLer Oleg Petrov, this is probably the last shot at the KHL's top prize.  The team got three extra days rest by winning their Conference Final in six games, and they probably needed to use it.  Atlant does have younger regulars on their roster, but they generally only play a few shifts per game, if that. 

The low event style of game for Atlant probably suits them well, but I don't know how they can manage to keep up against Ufa's speed, skill, and depth.  There is no advantage to be seen in goal, with Erik Ersberg and Konstantin Barulin posting almost identical numbers, and even in terms of recent playoff experience Ufa has them beat.  Luckily for Atlant, Ufa isn't that far away from the Moscow region, so travel shouldn't play a major role. 

I'm predicting that Ufa, winners of the last Superleague title back in 2008, will become the second team to win the Gagarin Cup, and will prevail in five games.  They have a seriously well built team that would honestly compete in the NHL.  They represent the potential of the league, while Atlant represents closer to the reality, as a team full of players who played themselves out of the NHL. 

• Atlant @ Ufa, Friday Apr 8 (3:00 PM CET/10:00 PM EST)
• Atlant @ Ufa, Sunday Apr 10 (1:00 PM CET/8:00 AM EST)
• Ufa @ Atlant, Tuesday Apr 12 (5:30 PM CET/12:30 PM EST)
• Ufa @ Atlant, Thursday Apr 14 (5:30 PM CET/12:30 PM EST)

Games 5-7 are as yet unscheduled, but every second day is the KHL standard, so expect Game 5 to be on Saturday, like an early start. 

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