Rating of the best decorative cups for 2022

In mugs with a funny decor, any drinks become tastier. Funny drawings cheer up, plus such a cup can be presented for any holiday - for a child for his birthday, and for a colleague in honor of a professional holiday.

materials

They can be absolutely anything. There are decorative cups made of metal, ceramics, wood, plastic. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages.For example, ceramics are easier to care for (the dishes can be loaded into the dishwasher), while porcelain, products with metal inserts and gilding will have to be washed by hand.

Metal enameled mugs (there are now many options in attractive designs) are practical, will last for several years, but with care. Enamel on the surface can become cracked from a strong impact when using detergents with abrasives.

You should not buy products made of melamine - a material that contains a large amount of formaldehyde. In appearance, these mugs resemble ceramic mugs, but are much cheaper. Another sign of melamine is too bright (reminiscent of stickers), acid-colored drawings. To be fair, melamine storage containers are completely harmless.

Decorative mugs are usually made of wood - you can’t drink coffee or tea from them. Such dishes look unusual, but there is no special sense in it. Therefore, if you are going to buy a mug for a gift, it is better to find out in advance the opinion of the recipient about such largely useless souvenirs.

Mugs made of plastic are suitable for cold drinks, and products with lids with a hole in which you can insert a straw are very popular with children.

Glassware is safe, but it is difficult to find a truly interesting specimen (on such mugs, only the pattern differs). But you can buy cups with interesting stands made of wood or mugs without a pattern, a classic shape with a metal stand.

If you are looking for unique things, you should choose handmade dishes. At the masters on specialized sites you can find cups made of porcelain, metal, silver of an unusual shape.

How to choose

It all depends on personal preferences, but in order for the dishes to please for a long time, you should pay attention to:

• the name of the manufacturing company - the larger the company, the more likely it is to get a quality product;
• certificate of conformity - do not hesitate to ask for documents for dishes from sellers in a regular store, especially if you are buying a plastic product (you can request certificates from managers before placing an online order);
• care features - can it be washed in a dishwasher or used to heat drinks in a microwave oven;
• temperature regime of use - everything is clear with ceramics, porcelain, glass and metal, but plastic cups are usually used only for cold drinks (if the dishes are universal, there should be an icon indicating the maximum allowable temperature of the liquid that can be poured into a glass or mug);
• if the mug is sold with a wooden lid, it is worth clarifying the type of wood - if conifers were used for making, then you can forget about pleasant tea drinking (the smell of fresh resin is good for aromatherapy, but completely drowns out the taste and aroma of tea, coffee).

When ordering online, it is worth reading user reviews. It is better to search for them by brand name and a specific model on third-party review sites. Pay attention to the opinions of real buyers regarding the quality of the goods (material, patterns, decor), packaging and compliance with delivery times. The last point is especially important if you order a mug as a gift.

Information about the conditions of the goods should also be made freely available - how and at whose expense the marriage is returned to the seller, the terms for crediting money for goods damaged during transportation or delivery.
Try to ask the manager a question in the online chat. If you get intelligible and quick answers, you can safely order. If not, this is another reason to refuse a purchase in a particular online store.

Circles with inscriptions "for" and "against"

On the one hand, such cups provide endless possibilities when choosing a gift. On the other hand, a chameleon mug with an inscription like “night watcher” and even with an image of a well-fed cat near the refrigerator, which appears from the temperature, presented to a colleague who is always losing weight, can easily heat up the atmosphere in the team.

So it is better to give such presents to friends (if you know for sure that there will be no offense), or choose the most neutral inscriptions. Like thematic, dedicated to the holidays or with good wishes.

The best decorative cups for 2022

From porcelain

Porcelain is a fragile material, so if you want to use the dishes for their intended purpose, you should choose options with a minimum amount of volumetric decor and be sure to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for care.

White cat by Nouvelle

Standard-shaped mug made of snow-white matte porcelain with golden ears and a curved handle reminiscent of a cat's tail. Minimalism as it is. Such a gift will appeal to connoisseurs of home comfort and practicality - the cup is easy to wash.

Price - 550 rubles.

• design;
• high quality performance;
• decent volume - 420 ml.

• no.

Dunoon Wild Garden Collection

From a porcelain tableware brand from the UK. Bright poppies on a white background, a volume of 440 ml - everything you need for morning tea drinking.The set includes a lid and a strainer, which is ideal for brewing loose-leaf tea, tightly attached to the rim and allows you to control the level of strength of the drink.
And, yes, it is better to wash such porcelain by hand, without the use of abrasive detergents.

Price - 5150 rubles.

• hand-painted;
• built-in tea strainer;
• you can pick up other items from the collection.

• price.

Mug with wheels from Lefard

A real find for moms. From such a cup-machine with the image of funny animals, the baby will agree to drink even unloved milk or kefir. Of course, there is no practical use from the built-in wheels, but this design looks great. The main thing is not to let the baby play with an easily breaking cup without supervision.
It is better to wash porcelain with your hands, for the microwave, because of the metal parts, the mug is also not suitable.

Price - 600 rubles.

• funny drawing;
• removable wheels;
• unusual design.

• no.

Royal Worcester

Unremarkable white porcelain with an aged effect is brought to life by realistic images of animals, both inside and out. You can choose a mug with a cat, a rabbit, a pair of owls or a kingfisher.
Such dishes look stylish and will undoubtedly decorate any open kitchen shelf. The mugs can be washed in the dishwasher and used in the microwave oven.

Price - 2150 rubles.

• easy care, can be used in the microwave;
• a large selection of drawings;
• stylish design.

• the same "aging" – these are small black dots that create the effect of dirty dishes, otherwise the mugs are just fine;
• the price (for a small mug, albeit with the sweetest image, is still too high).

priority

Featuring rabbits chewing on a green leaf, a curled up fox or a cat playing with a spool of thread, the Cheeky Red Face series is perfect for kids and cute lovers. The animals here are cartoonish, and the pictures on different sides of the cup are different. The quality of porcelain is of course worse than in the previous version, but it also costs almost 4 times cheaper.

Mugs can be washed in the dishwasher and used in the microwave to warm drinks. The packaging is also pleasing - a box made of thick cardboard, which is not ashamed to give.

Price - 500 rubles.

• cutest pictures;
• quality packaging;
• simple care;
• quite budget price.

• no.

from ceramics

Ceramics is an environmentally friendly material that does not require any special care. Over time, tea deposits can form on the walls, which can be easily washed off with any cleaning paste for dishes, and without consequences for the dishes.

Cheshire cat from BRADEX

An ordinary black mug made of safe materials is transformed under the influence of hot temperature (when you pour tea or coffee into it) - an image appears on the surface, or rather a smile of a Cheshire cat. After the ceramics cools down, the cat, according to the laws of the Looking Glass, disappears.
Unlike plastic, ceramics do not change the taste and smell of the drink, and will last a long time. So if you are looking for an unusual gift, this cup is definitely worth a closer look.

Price - 500 rubles.

• universal volume 330 ml.
• unusual drawing;
• ease of care.

• no.

Balvi Woof

With the image of a funny puppy muzzle, it will cheer you up in the morning. And thanks to a decent volume of 400 ml, the mug can be used to warm up broths. The box deserves special attention - bright, with a colorful pattern, which does not need any gift wrapping. The price, however, is too high, even taking into account the fact that the mug can be used in the microwave and washed in the dishwasher.

Price - 845 rubles.

• safe materials;
• beautiful packaging;
• versatility of use.

• price.

Balvi cactus

Another crazy design idea at an obscenely high price is a cactus-shaped mug in a flowerpot-like base. Stand, by the way, can be used as a cup for used tea bags or as a lid.
The cup is really unusual and is perfect as a gift for those who appreciate extraordinary things.

Price - 1250 rubles.

• simple care;
• unusual design;
• bright juicy colors.

• high price.

Gapchinska

Double-walled, tight-fitting silicone lid and custom designs. Due to the double walls, the outer surface does not heat up, and the drink, on the contrary, remains hot for a long time.
You can take such a mug with you on the road, on a picnic or give to colleagues at work - the present will be both beautiful and functional at the same time.

Price - 1250 rubles.

• author's drawings;
• functionality;
• silicone lid to prevent spillage;
• double walls.

• no.

Matceramica Augusta

Something between a medieval goblet and a coffee cup looks unusual and beautiful.A deep blue color, a convex geometric ornament and a noble effect of aging turn the product, if not into a work of art, then into a collectible item, for sure.

The dishes of this brand are made in Portugal from safe raw materials. Bonus - the cup can be washed in the dishwasher and used in the microwave oven.

Price - 920 rubles.

• design;
• color;
• performance quality.

• no.

Eureka

Another ceramic chameleon with a heart-shaped handle. The mug is red, but changes color depending on the temperature of the drink. From hot it becomes white, from warm it becomes pink. Comes in a gift box and is great as a gift for a loved one.

Price - 360 rubles.

• unusual shape;
• material - durable stone ceramics;
• chameleon effect;
• price-quality ratio.

• no.

Home with mirror cover

This is a real 500 ml ceramic mini thermos in a stylish design. Faceted surface, gold-plated lettering on the handle, plus a tight screw cap with a reflective golden surface.
Due to the double walls, such a mug will keep the initial temperature of the drink for a long time, whether it is hot coffee or ice-cold soda. The execution, however, is far from ideal, but this can be forgiven for the unusual design.

Price - 900 rubles.

• textured surface;
• functionality;
• large volume;
• two colors to choose from (the combination with gilding looks organic with both white and black shades).

• no.

Made of plastic

Generally, plastic utensils can only be used for cold drinks.But some manufacturers produce universal cups into which you can safely pour both ice-cold milk and hot coffee.

Keep Cup Original

A bright plastic cup with a silicone rim around the edge, a sealed lid and the manufacturer's logo is made of safe materials that do not contain BPA and other harmful substances. The cup can be used in the microwave oven and washed in the dishwasher.

Price - 1790 rubles.

• wide silicone pad will not burn your hands;
• bright colors will cheer you up;
• you can take it on the road.

• price - even if we consider that the company uses super-safe materials for the production of plastic dishes.

self stirring mug

Or a stirrer mug with a built-in battery-powered propeller. To mix the drink, just press the button on the handle. And the silicone cover will protect from splashes and drops.
The price for such a wonderful vessel is a bit high, but the design is good. In addition, such a mug will be a great gift. A beautiful packing box is included in the package.

Price - 790 rubles

Advantages:

• you can mix drinks or eggs with milk for an omelette;
• strong tight cover;
• Suitable for both hot and cold drinks.

• overpriced (it is better to buy such goods on Chinese online trading platforms);
  batteries will have to be changed periodically (for some reason, the manufacturer does not indicate the service life of a standard set).

Cactus BarCraf

Cactus-shaped, with straw hole, only suitable for cold drinks. Top unscrews for easy filling. This mug is perfect for a party, you can safely take it with you to the beach.
It is not worth pouring hot drinks into such a container, because, firstly, you can burn your hands, and secondly, what harmful substances the plastic will release when heated, one can only guess.

Price - from 1200 rubles.

• attractive design;
• several volume options - from standard 250 ml to 400 ml.

• it will obviously not be easy to wash dishes of complex shape from brightly colored drinks.

You should not buy too cheap cups, especially when it comes to porcelain or ceramics. Instead of painting, photo printing is usually used to decorate such dishes, and not of the best quality, plus the execution is usually mediocre too (seams on the sides, glaze flows or a loose, clanging lid).