No matter how much time I give myself in the morning, it always turns into a last-minute dash out the door.
That usually means skipping tea on the go… which is unacceptable.
If only there were a way to boil and steep tea while traveling—without dealing with soggy leaves or over-steeped bitterness.
Well, there is.
The folks at Copco designed the
Copco Tea Thermal travel mug
, and it’s the best solution I’ve found so far.
I travel frequently for work, so having a system that lets me brew tea on the road is essential.
Design & Features
The Tea Thermal has a sleek stainless steel body with a green grip and a removable drinking top that doubles as the steeping chamber.
What makes it especially useful is the simple dial system that lets you switch between “steep” and “stop” modes—so you can control the infusion and avoid over-steeping.
Real-World Test
I put this mug to the test on a 4+ hour road trip.
I poured in boiling water, added the leaves, and hit the road.
About 5 minutes in, I switched to “stop,” and a few minutes later—perfect tea.
The insulation is impressive. The tea stayed piping hot for close to an hour.
A couple hours later, I pulled into a rest stop and was ready for round two.
I removed the used leaves (with one quick tap—very convenient), refilled the mug with hot water from a coffee station, added fresh leaves, and was back on the road in minutes.
I repeated this process several times on the trip—and again on the return.
Having quality tea while driving through upstate New York? Priceless.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Easy to use
- Very convenient for travel
- Drip-free design
- Keeps tea hot for a long time
- Affordable (around $15)
Cons:
- Infuser is perforated metal (not fine mesh)
- Steeping quality is decent but not exceptional
- Infuser could be larger for better leaf expansion
Would Like to See:
- A handle or clip for easier portability (especially for outdoor use)
Final Thoughts
This is a must-have for anyone who spends a lot of time
traveling with tea
.
It may not replace your home setup, but for tea on the go, it’s incredibly practical.
Find this and your favorite loose leaf tea at the
English Tea Store
.
For another perspective, see
this Copco Tea Thermal review
.
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5 responses to “Tea Thermal from Copco!”
Stainless steel mugs are great because they generally keep drinks at the desired temperature for much longer than other standard mugs.
I just found and bought a Copco Tea Thermal and I (also) was very happy about my purchase and I couldn’t wait to use it! I love tea. My favorite is Genmaicha. My wish is that a bigger thermos will be invented/created for me. Big enough to hold my drinking capacity but small enough to be carried in my bag.
This mug looks quite interesting…I’m always interested in the new on-the-go gadgets. I might have to check this one out!
I did read yours (as I do keep up with your writing too)…funny how two people can see something so very differently — not unlike tea itself….what one person likes, another person may be less than thrilled with.
Hi, I reviewed this item, too, and had a very different take on it. See article at http://teatimewithaccargill.blogspot.com/2010/01/tea-product-review-copcos-tea-thermal.html.