Even the sunniest mornings can quickly go south if your coffee is all wrong.
Perhaps that's why the engineering behind some of the world's most high-tech thermoses is so sophisticated — coffee is so valuable that it demands innovation.
If you're in the market for a way to store your morning joe (and so much more), these mugs will help bring you into the 21st century.
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Golchi thermos
Currently available on Kickstarter, the Golchi thermos uses steel vacuum-sealed walls to keep liquids cold for 24 hours and hot for 12 hours.
The most innovative feature is its modular design, as Golchi can transform into four different container shapes.
The first is a 2-in-1 design with separate top and bottom compartments. The other three offer varying volumes for storing a liquid. No matter its shape, the thermos also always has room for snacks like granola or trail mix at the bottom.
Pre-order it on Kickstarter for $32.
Ember thermos
Ember can keep your coffee at exactly the temperature you prefer — no more ice cubes diluting your scalding-hot drink.
All you have to do is set your desired temperature using a dial on the 12-ounce thermos. The device can also heat up cold coffee thanks to its rechargeable battery. Ember estimates a normal charge will last approximately two hours; however, the mug also comes with a portable charging coaster, so you can keep Ember on your desk at work without worrying your coffee will ever cool down.
The new product will be available in September, but you can pre-order it for $149.
Zojirushi thermos
Two Tech Insider reporters have already raved about the Zojirushi thermos, and not without reason.
The stainless steel mug comes with an easy lid for sipping, which also detaches for cleaning. Plus, the mug stays locked like a vault during spills.
The folks at the review site The Sweethome judged it the best thermos you can buy two years in a row.
Buy it here for $32.
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