We Tried It: Ember Mug 2
I had to find out exactly what this pricey, slick-looking, high-tech mug does and if it could save my midmorning tea woes
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Every morning I brew a cup of herbal tea to enjoy while I first start the workday. I also find myself finishing my cup of by-then cold tea around 11 a.m. Heated mugs offer a solution to the dreaded cold sip of coffee or tea. They keep drinks warm for long stretches of time, saving you from brewing a second cup of fresh coffee or zapping the cold one in the microwave. The Ember Mug 2 boasts 90 minutes of battery time and a sleek design. But is it worth its $150 price?
How Does the Ember Mug 2 Work?
The Ember Mug 2 has a heating element in the bottom of the mug that keeps hot beverages at temperatures ranging from 120° F to 145° F. Sensors in the mug detect when there is liquid inside and record the temperature of the liquid. The 14-ounce mug I tested has a battery run time of up to 80 minutes, and the smaller 10-ounce mug can be used up to 90 minutes before it needs to be charged. Alternatively, by keeping the mug on the charger that doubles as a coaster, you can keep your coffee warm for as long as you keep the coaster connected to power.
The Ember Mug 2 automatically sets the temperature to be maintained at 135° F, but like most smart devices, you can pair the mug with an app on your phone to select a different temperature. From the app you can also:
