If you care at all about the environment then you’ll be refusing one-use plastic cups and investing in reusable mugs – and good on you. In Britain, we throw away around 2.5million takeaway coffee cups every year – we often think they’re recyclable, but they have a thin plastic lining which means they aren’t.
Join the bamboo revolution!
Bamboo is fast-growing and sustainable, so it makes sense to choose this material for your reusable cup. Plus, there’s the added bonus of getting a few pence discount on your coffee at most coffee chains these days – Pret will give you 50p off, while Starbucks and Costa offer 25p off.
As well as bamboo, many companies are using rice husk fibre, recycled paper and more, so we've included some of those too.
There really is no excuse for not buying a reusable coffee cup. The designs are adorable, they help save the planet and are great at keeping your coffee warmer for longer!
Here are our picks for the best reusable coffee cups:
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Reusable coffee cups
1 of 9SABADEE Reusable Bamboo Fibre Coffee Cup
Bamboo with a cork sleeve, this cup looks as eco as it could. The sleeve is hand-wash only but the cup can go in the dishwasher. amazon.co.uk
2 of 9Ecoffee Cup 3 pack
Working out at just over £8 per mug, buy this pack of three and then you can keep one in the car, one at home, and one at work. amazon.co.uk
3 of 9Reusable Bamboo Coffee Cup and Straws Set
Ideal for hot or cold drinks, this bamboo cup is emblazoned with 'Choose earth', so everyone will know you're not messing around. Not only that, but you'll bag yourself four bamboo straws, so you can avoid even more plastic. Made from natural bamboo, these straws have been polished and sanded and come with a stainless steel brush for easy cleaning.amazon.co.uk
4 of 9bioGo Cup, Rice Husk Fibre, £11.99
This clever cup is good for hot drinks and cold and is made from rice husks, bought by the company before they're burnt. It's ergonomically designed to make drinking fuss-free and easy, won't burn your hands and is dishwasher safe.amazon.co.uk
5 of 9William Morris Thief, 14oz Ecoffee Cup
Love love love this William Morris pattern – why not bring a bit of sophistication to your morning coffee? Beware, though, as the collar does get a bit hot with a fresh coffee.amazon.co.uk
6 of 9rCUP Reusable Coffee Cup
OK, so this one isn't made of bamboo, but it's even more awesome as it's made from recycled paper cups – it claims to be the world's first. It also has an innovative design allowing 360-degree drinking. It's BPA free and designed to last at least 10 years. Comes in three stylish colours. amazon.co.uk
7 of 9ToplCup
A new reusable cup that features one of those fancy innovations to prevent spillage; tighten the lid, then loosen it a bit, then press down the middle section, and off you go. You can drink from any angle, and the spill technology is great if you're travelling on the bus or train.
8 of 9Stainless Steel and Bamboo Insulated Travel Mug with Lid and Handle,
If you prefer a mug rather than a cup, this one's for you. Not only does it look AWESOME, but it's made of high quality materials that will keep your coffee nice and toasty. amazon.co.uk
9 of 9Cambridge CM045281MTL Bamboo cup
Brighten your day with this cup, which comes in a range of patterns, although we personally prefer this "I'm not a morning person" design. Great price, too. amazon.co.uk