The Rise Tumbler is a flagship product by quality brand Klean Kanteen, to use for your hot or cold drinks. Made from 90% recycled stainless steel, it has a 473ml capacity, in a range of earthy tones.
Never drink hot liquids direct from water bottles, to avoid mouth scalds.
The ergonomic design fits comfortably into your hand, and it also fits comfortably into most cupholders, so a great companion for commutes and car rides. Perfect for smoothies, cocktails or coffee, it’s also easy to carry. It also features a splashproof Flip Lid (not leakproof) and is easy to clean and maintain.
Also available in a larger size (768ml) for longer drinks or journeys.
The Rise Mug is perfect for coffee-on-the-go (we like Sanctuary Coffee, which donates profits to animal sanctuaries!)
The Lowball Tumbler is ideal for enjoying cocktails or even a dram of sustainable whisky!
The Wine Tumbler is ideal for a tipple of your organic vegan wine!
How Reusable Bottles Help the Planet
Single-use plastic bottles are convenient. They also create a large stream of waste. Many are used for minutes, then sit in landfills or drift into rivers and seas for decades. In the UK, people use around 13 billion plastic drinks bottles each year, with billions not recycled. That scale turns daily choices into environmental burden.
Reusable bottles break this cycle. Keeping one durable bottle by your bag or desk removes the need for frequent disposables. Over a year, that choice keeps dozens or even hundreds of bottles out of bins and off beaches.
Production matters too. Every plastic bottle needs oil, energy, and transport. Tap water has a far lower footprint than bottled water. Fewer bottles on shelves means fewer lorries on roads and less fuel burned. The climate gains are simple to grasp, even if you never check a carbon chart.
Less waste also protects wildlife. Plastic breaks apart into tiny fragments that are swallowed by fish and seabirds. A beach that looks clean on the surface often hides plastic in its sand. Choosing reusable bottles reduces the flow of litter that harms marine life.
Material choice supports this effort. Stainless steel and glass are strong, long lasting, and recyclable at the end of their life. BPA-free plastic can work if you need an extra-light option, but it tends to wear faster and may hold odours. Look for bottles with replaceable seals and lids, so you can repair rather than replace.
A good rule, pick a bottle you like to use. The greener choice is the one that leaves your cupboard with you each day.
Cutting Down on Single-Use Plastic Pollution
Disposable bottles add up fast. One person who buys a 500 ml bottle most weekdays could throw away more than 200 bottles a year. A single reusable bottle replaces that pile, and the effect compounds across families and workplaces.
The UK still sees large volumes of plastic waste enter rivers and coastal areas. Every bottle that avoids this path helps protect habitats and reduces the clean-up load on communities. Picture a beach after a busy summer day, with bottles wedged in dunes and rolling in surf. Now picture the same beach without that daily stream. That is the personal impact of a simple habit.
Lowering Your Carbon Emissions
Producing and moving bottled water uses far more energy than turning a tap. A litre of bottled water can carry a carbon footprint hundreds of times higher than tap water. Those numbers vary by brand and distance, but the pattern holds across studies.
Reusable bottles often include recycled steel or aluminium, which saves raw materials. Once you own one, the carbon cost per drink drops sharply. Fewer plastic bottles made, fewer pallets shipped, fewer chillers running in shops. The result is lower emissions without any extra effort from you beyond filling up.
Health Advantages of Reusable Bottles
A switch to reusable bottles is also a step toward better daily health. Many disposable bottles are made from plastics that can degrade with heat or sun. When left in a hot car or reused over and over, they can leach chemicals into drinks. That risk is easy to avoid with stable materials designed for long-term use.
The design of reusable bottles also supports better hydration. A bottle within reach prompts more frequent sips. Over a workday, that means steadier energy, fewer headaches, and sharper focus. Insulated bottles keep cold water crisp and hot drinks warm, which makes it easier to meet your fluid goals in any season.
Hygiene plays a part. Bottles with wide mouths, smooth interiors, and removable seals are easier to clean. That reduces the build-up of bacteria and odours. A quick wash with a bottle brush and mild soap keeps everything fresh.
Safer Materials for Your Daily Drinks
Some plastics can contain chemicals such as BPA or BPS. These can migrate into drinks, especially when bottles are heated or left in direct sun. While many disposable bottles are single-use for a reason, they still end up reused in real life, which raises the risk.
Safer choices include stainless steel, borosilicate glass, and BPA-free plastics. Steel and glass do not leach, they do not hold tastes, and they cope well with both hot and cold drinks. For families, these stable materials offer peace of mind across daily use.
The basic science is straightforward. Heat and wear speed up chemical migration from plastics. Using inert materials removes that concern, sip after sip.
Staying Hydrated with Style and Comfort
A bottle you enjoy using helps you drink more water without thinking about it. That might mean a slim bottle for a laptop bag, a wide-mouth bottle for ice cubes, or a spout for quick sips at the gym. Colour, texture, and size can all support habit building.
Insulated bottles keep drinks at the right temperature for hours. Cold water tastes better when it stays cold. Hot tea that stays warm to mid-morning makes winter commutes easier. Better taste and comfort lead to better hydration, which supports energy, focus, and mood.
Save Money and Enjoy Convenience
Bottled drinks chip away at budgets. A 500 ml bottle of water from a shop often costs 60p to £1. Buy one most weekdays and you might spend £200 to £250 a year. Tap water, by contrast, costs less than a penny per litre in the UK. The price gap is huge and it never closes.
A quality reusable bottle costs between £10 and £30. It can last for years with basic care. Insulated bottles may cost more upfront, yet they replace both water bottles and many takeaway coffees. Fill up at home, at the office, or at public refill points, then keep the savings for something you actually want.
Convenience grows with the habit. A leak-proof bottle in your bag removes the need to hunt for a shop. It cuts the queue, the spend, and the plastic. At the gym, on a train, or during meetings, your drink is always at hand.
Maintenance is simple. Clean it often, replace worn seals, and avoid harsh cleaners. Do that, and a good bottle will go the distance.
Long-Term Savings on Beverages
Consider a simple example:
- A reusable bottle at £20, used daily for two years, costs about 3p per day.
- Buying one 500 ml bottled water on weekdays at £1 costs about £20 per month, or over £200 per year.
- For a household of four, the annual spend on bottled water can climb past £800, before counting soft drinks.
Coffee adds another layer. Bringing hot drinks from home a few days a week can save several pounds per day. Across a year, that can pay for the bottle many times over.
Easy to Carry and Maintain
Modern bottles are built for daily life. Look for:
- Leak-proof lids: Keep bags dry on commutes.
- Lightweight builds: Favour single-wall steel or BPA-free plastic for low weight.
- Grippy textures or sleeves: Make carrying safer on the move.
- Clips or loops: Attach to rucksacks for hikes or school runs.
- Wide mouths: Easier to clean and add ice.
Cleaning tips:
- Rinse after use and air dry with the lid off.
- Wash daily with warm water and mild soap.
- For odours, use a teaspoon of baking soda with water, then rinse well.
- Remove and clean seals weekly, then refit tightly.
These small steps extend life, keep drinks tasting fresh, and protect your investment.
Conclusion
Reusable drinks bottles deliver a clear set of gains. They cut plastic waste and carbon emissions, they reduce exposure to unwanted chemicals, and they save money month after month. All of this flows from one simple change that fits into any routine.
If you have been buying bottles on the go, pick a reusable option today. Choose a material that suits your needs, find a size you will carry, and make it part of your daily kit. Refill at home, at work, or at public stations, and enjoy the savings and comfort.
Small actions create steady change. A bottle in your bag may feel minor, yet it supports cleaner beaches, healthier habits, and a lighter footprint. Start now, and let this everyday choice work for you and for the planet.
