Ryan is a trained chef with experience in several restaurants (with various kitchen supplies across the restaurant experience) and hotels, he also attended le cordon bleu to further his training in cuisine and patisserie and focus on creating simple and delicious dishes. Ryan is now formally working as a chef tutor.
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Ryan is a trained chef with experience in several restaurants (with various kitchen supplies across the restaurant experience) and hotels.
He also attended le cordon bleu to further his training in cuisine and patisserie and focus on creating simple and delicious dishes. Ryan is now formally working as a chef tutor.
Choosing a glass water bottle means buying one less non-recyclable plastic item. Glass can be endlessly recycled - as of course can metal - but doesn't taint the flavour of drinks, so could be the answer if you've been put off by the metallic tang of a stainless steel flask. Additionally, they strongly appeal to those who want untainted flavour in a naturally BPA-free container.
Advice from health experts suggests that we should be sipping an average of 2 litres of water every day. When shopping online for a glass water bottle, consider your water-drinking goals, how long you’ll need to carry the bottle for for and how often you’ll be able to fill it up.
A larger-capacity bottle, that can hold between 600 ml and 1 litre of water, is ideal for a long country walk, intense exercise session or prolonged train journey. Smaller glass water bottles with a capacity of 500 ml or less, are better suited to you if you walk to work, or will be carrying your bottle around a lot – but with more frequent refilling opportunities.
Always check the type of glass your bottle is made from, as this can make a difference to its ability to withstand changes in heat and will indicate what you can use it for. Borosilicate glass is a specialized type of glass, the addition of boron trioxide means it can withstand extreme temperature changes (which would cause regular glass to crack). Glass water bottles made of borosilicate can be used for hot and cold drinks, but are likely to be more expensive.
Bottles which mimic the narrow shape of a typical plastic water bottle are extra-easy to sip from without spilling, but are slightly more difficult to fill up. If you choose a wider-necked bottle, it won’t be as easy to swig from when on the move, but will be much quicker to refill. It will also be easy to throw in some ice cubes or pieces of fruit. Always check the bottle you intend to buy comes with a leakproof silicone seal in the lid.
Another way to ensure you get the most from your bottle is to pick one with a carry handle attached to the lid or sleeve. This is extra handy if you want to keep your bottle accessible while on the move, rather than taking it in and out of your bag repeatedly.
Should you be worried you’re not getting enough water, look for a glass bottle with quantities or time measurements written on the outside. This allows you to easily take note of how much you’ve been drinking, so you can be sure you’ve reached your goal or be reminded when you need to take a few more swigs.
This pleasingly-simple borosilicate glass bottle sits in a silicone sleeve (available in 7 colourways), which protects it from harm and makes it easy to keep hold of. On that note, the handle loop passes through the stainless steel lid, making it one of the most secure attachments we've seen.
The tall, slim design is compatible with most cup holders, making it a great option for road trips, bike rides, or just your daily commute. Black + Blum is a UK-based eco-conscious design company, meaning replacements are a breeze to obtain and buying this supports the local economy.
Zoku have struck gold on their idea to encase a borosilicate glass water bottle inside a plastic polymer bottle - ensuring the drink never touches potentially-leaching plastic but also ensuring broken glass is not a hazard.
The ingenious double-walling also keeps drinks well insulated (hot or cold drinks can be added) and the quarter turn locking lid ensures no spills. This really is a very well-thought-out bottle. It was knocked off the top spot, as if you are after a completely plastic-free bottle for environmental reasons (and not just health reasons) then this would not fit the bill.
The bottle and sleeve can conveniently go in the dishwasher, plus it actually comes with two mini scrubbing brushes to ensure you can keep the nooks and crannies of the stainless steel lid spotlessly clean too.
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