*Thermos Nissan 14-Ounce Leak-Proof Insulated Travel Mug
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Sep/0913
Sep/0913
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With a 2-3/4-inch bottom that fits most vehicle drink holders, this lightweight mug makes hot coffee, tea, or chocolate available on the road. Hot beverages stay hot for at least 1 hour. Cold beverages stay chilled for several hours. Twist the finely threaded stopper tight, and the mug won’t leak even if it’s knocked over. Twist it about a quarter-turn and drink out of either side–lips on both sides make it easy–without removing the stopper. Made of stainless steel and tou…
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1:01 am on September 2nd, 2009
A key fact about this insulated mug–and all similar–for the curious: they are not stainless because it looks cool. The stainless that counts is on the inside, as this is what provides *far superior insulation* of hot or cold beverages than the standard glass vacuum bottles.
I’ve been drinking from one of these for years. A few months ago I lost mine and replaced it with one we had lying around that was plastic on the inside instead of stainless–I knew this one would not keep my coffee as hot, but I thought perhaps I’d gone overboard and could get by without replacing my Nissan Stainless mug. After a few months, I recalled the lesson I’d learned about these mugs years ago: because they keep the coffee so hot, for such a long time, YOU DRINK LESS COFFEE. It sounds kooky, but I’ve been overwhelmed by this discovery twice in the last decade. (Here’s how: consider that when you take a sip of coffee, you get the smell, the strong flavor, the steam on your nose, and the hot beverage warmth in your mouth. As this coffee gets colder, you will discover that your sips become gulps… because you want that “hit” of the hot beverage and the flavor. Not only are these gulps less satisfying, but even die-hard coffee lovers understand that too much of a good thing means nature calls more frequently, urgently, and your tummy might start to roar.) If you would like to drink less and enjoy it more, you will love the Nissan Stainless Mugs.
Pros of this particular mug:
-The top is ingeniously designed. Lots of thought went into the shape and how well it conforms to your face when you drink.
-It’s leak proof, folks. I think some who have reviewed it poorly in this regard have mistaken the claim: it’s leak proof if you seal the lid. As for whether you spill it while you’re drinking, nobody can account for how one person drinks. If you set it on the car seat or hook it to your satchel with the included clip-thingie, or if you turn it upside down while it’s full, NOT ONE DROP will escape. HUGE improvement over the model I bought seven years ago.
-Easy cleaning, rubberized grip and handle, 5 year warranty–this is not your granddad’s thermos.
The only thing I’d presume to be a con, in all fairness, is that it looks a bit ostentatious, spacey. However, the handle is nice and makes the whole mug fit very naturally in your hand.
Invest in this mug: you might even save on coffee or trips the bathroom in the long run, and you won’t spill a drop unless you miss your mouth.
1:54 am on September 2nd, 2009
I have four of these mugs.
Pros:
- Keeps coffee hot for a very long time when sealed.
- Doesn’t leak.
- Durable.
- Carabiner makes it easy to clip onto backpack.
Cons:
- A little inconvenient to clean.
- Nissan unresponsive about replacement parts.
Tips:
Make sure the lid is screwed down snugly, but not too tightly. You want to form a complete seal to prevent leaks and retain heat, but the seal gets tighter as the contents cool and shrink.
Don’t fill past the raised metal fill-line on the inside of the mug. If you overfill the mug, some liquid will be pushed up into the threads when you screw the lid down, and you won’t notice until you tip the mug. (It’s easier to see the line if you fill it beneath an overhead light.) If you think your mug leaks, you’ve probably overfilled it.
If you fill it just right, you don’t even have to stir your coffee. Just add your sugar, cream, ketchup, or whatever you put in there, seal the lid, and shake the mug to mix it. (I’ve never been able to do this with any other mug).
When you wash the mug, remember to remove and wash the silicone rubber o-ring. The lid is hollow and can be pried apart with a spoon for cleaning if some liquid seeps inside.
If you wash the mug in the dishwasher (Nissan recommends against this), remove the plastic base before (or after) washing to remove the water that collects in there.
If you lose the gasket (or cut it on a knife in the dishwasher like I did), I’ve found these to be suitable inexpensive replacements after a lot of hunting around: 228 Silicone Rubber O-Ring 70A Durometer, Burnt Orange, 2-1/4″ ID x 2-1/2″ OD x 1/8″ W, by Small Parts Inc.
2:34 am on September 2nd, 2009
Thermos is the Japanese company. I have been using their product since 15 years ago. When I found this mug available in USA, I purchased one for my husband as he will take a cup of coffee to enjoy it during traffic jam. He likes the tight lock of this mug. No more spill! He also like the temperature of the coffee. The insulated wall really works!
The first month after using this mug, we found the lid could be separated into 3 parts: The top, the container shaped bottom, and a rubber band. It was very yucky first time we dis-assembled the lid since coffee and cream can get into it through the seam. Ever since, we dis-assemble the lid every time we wash the mug. A little hassle, but for the nice & hot coffee, it can be tolerated!
3:02 am on September 2nd, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Tight cap but worth the money paid
I bought this cup a month ago for my husband who craves coffee at 3pm in his office and would buy coffee for $2.59 each time.
4:40 am on September 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great travel coffee mug
I must have my coffee in the morning, and this mug is ideal. It holds about 2 mugs of coffee, is stainless steel which is a safe material for your health, and is sturdy and well…
5:48 am on September 2nd, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Best mug I have found
I’ve used this mug almost daily for the past three years. I own two other (cheaper) travel mugs, and this is the only truly leak-proof mug of the three.
6:29 am on September 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent spill-proof mug.
I’ve used the mug for over a year and have no complaints. When the lid is turned tightly, no coffee spills. It keeps coffee hot for at least a few hours.
7:58 am on September 2nd, 2009
3.0 out of 5 stars
Doesn’t hold the 14oz it advertises.
Everything about this mug is great, great quality, sturdy rugged, comfy to hold, it keeps my coffee hot up to an hour or longer.
10:14 am on September 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
YOU HAVE FOUND the PERFECT MUG
I Received this travel mug a week ago and use it everywhere. Keeps my drinks ice cold all day even in the Hot beach sun beating down on it with little melting of the Ice cubes…
10:26 am on September 2nd, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
A very good thermos mug with a few issues
I do like this travel mug. It fits well in the cup holder in my car,I like the handle even though I thought I wouldn’t and it appears to be a durable item that will last a while…
12:02 pm on September 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent coffee mug! SPILL PROOF!
I LOVE this cup! This is my 3rd one! They keep your coffee the perfect temperature for a long time.
2:28 pm on September 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best mug I’ve ever used
I haven’t found a better model or design for a mug yet. It keeps my coffee hot for at least 5 hours and seals nicely if you are on the go.
3:40 pm on September 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Coffee lover
I love this coffee mug! I had purchased one for my husband from Brookstone a couple years ago but they don’t carry it any more.