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I’ve been having a hard time getting a leak-proof travel mug for tea. It seems that the mugs that are steal have better results iin the leak department. But I swear they change the flavor of my tea. Or if I got a new one...

By the time my tea has brewed, it’s not as hot as I would like (especially in winter..) Can anyone recommend an insulated mug, preferably glass? These from Bodum look great, but seem fragile from the reviews:...

LOL!!! Isn’t the concept of a travel mug to be kind of rinse, fill, and run thingie? Besides, the better the insulation the mug has, the quicker the dishwasher will likely destroy it.

Looking to buy 2 new travel mugs and have to be stainless steel, at least inside and have no handle. Thought about going to Starbucks after work today, they usually have a good selection. What are your thoughts? Thanks, Richie

Yes, princess, there are some pretty weird MiGo mugs out there but there are also stainless steel and plain ones. Go to amazon and look under insulated travel mugs. You will see some very nice looking ones. Or, go to this site...

http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/580072 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/319752 Copco makes a great travel mug - http://tinyurl.com/pxtzh4 They can’t go in dishwashers, but I just take a scrub brush to the lid and a scrubby...