For the traveling coffee connoisseur, the BRUGO™ Travel Mug from Jolex. The idea behind this gizmo is the old "how to keep it hot" problem. Well, according to the press release, it's a little more complex than simply keeping it hot:
"Fresh coffee is brewed at 200 degrees or more, but its vibrant flavors are most distinguishable and pleasing at around 150 to 170 degrees. By using a simple "tip and sip" motion, BRUGOTM owners transfer sip-sized amounts (one fluid ounce) of their hot beverage to the temperature control chamber, where it immediately reaches this "perfect temperature zone." Only the liquid in the chamber is cooled and only this liquid exits the sip opening. A tight seal keeps the remaining coffee at its hottest and most aromatic. This inventive system eliminates the need for coffee drinkers to blow on their beverage, add ice to it, or wait for it to cool. Instead, they have immediate access to their hot beverage, and they can enjoy it longer at its peak freshness and flavor."
This little doo-dad has a lid with three settings: locked, tip & cool, and sip. I dunno if that's gonna fly, folx. Can the average driver do all that with one hand (and eye) still on the wheel? I assume they've eliminated the possibility of getting hot coffee down your front by confusing tip with sip. I guess I'll have to get one to see how it works.
What I really like is the little animated cups on their website.
Where can I purchase the Jolex Brugo Mug?
Posted by: Janet Kimery | December 06, 2005 at 10:33 AM
Maybe a bit lead footed!
Posted by: Kat | October 06, 2005 at 11:52 AM
Heheh, are you dangerous on the road, Kat? :))
Posted by: Christine | October 06, 2005 at 10:44 AM
Let's see if I can manage to add this to talking on the phone, fiddling with the radio, eating lunch, reading the map, checking road signs and license plate bingo.
Posted by: Kat | October 05, 2005 at 10:53 AM