Unless you live under a rock — or don’t have an Instagram account — you’re probably familiar with Stanley’s favorite Adventure Quencher Travel Tumblers. The Adventure Quencher is the mug of choice for countless influencers and was launched in 2016 by Stanley, a 109-year-old brand known for camping gear and rough outdoor accessories.
While an unlikely duo, Stanley and the content creator are now a recipe for success that other brands are desperately copying: These days, the mug is sold almost every time as influencers urge their massive following to buy a second time. It sold out within minutes of restocking and it became available. Not only has Adventure Quencher amassed a waitlist of more than 150,000 people since its inception, but #stanleytumbler has more than 25 million views on TikTok.
As an early adopter of Adventure Quencher, I’m here to say that all the hype is actually worth it. As a product tester, I’ve received everything from leggings and sports bras to toasters and water bottles. A few years ago, among the pile of swag on my dinner table, the Stanley Cup not only stood out and intrigued me, but quickly became my everyday item.
Currently in stock on Amazon in several colors, the Adventure Quencher is also in the news as it just got a new and improved sister mug called the Quencher H2.0 Flowstate Tumbler, which just launched today in a new soft matte Light finish. Given my love for the original, I had to try the latest version of Stanley, and (spoiler) it’s really good. That’s why.
What makes cups so good? Well, on the one hand, it’s huge. Sure, it’s available in 14-ounce, 20-ounce, and 30-ounce sizes, but everyone who knows Stanley’s secret knows that the 40-ounce size—which has a trusty built-in handle—is the way to go.
This massive energy also helps keep me extremely hydrated. I’m an extremely thirsty person anyway, but the huge size of the Adventure Quencher allows less time to refill and more time to drink. If I only supplement twice a day, I’m close to the 92 ounces per day recommended by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. The cup’s double-layered insulation also keeps drinks hot for seven hours and iced for two full days—seriously, the ice cubes stay undamaged for 48 hours.
Another detail I like is that despite its large size, the Adventure Quencher has a tapered, slim base that fits into my car’s cup holder. This is important to me (and all the suburban moms out there who love it) because I’m driving my kids a dozen hours a week in the car and have to have all the necessities (including water) there. Learn more: If you’re not a straw lover, don’t worry – the cup has a swivel lid that can be placed in three positions: straw, sip spout, or full lid closure (more on that below).
There’s also the hype factor. It’s a simple equation if you think about it.Everyone Wants Adventure Quenchers and It’s really hard to get. When I’m running errands or sitting on the edge of a football field, strangers often come to me and ask a) if the cup is as good as people say it is, and b) how I managed to get one. The point is: people notice the mug, they want to talk about it, and subsequently, they want one too. All the lovely colorways — from neutral cream to bubblegum pink — also make the cups perfect for “grams.” Oh, I would be remiss, not to mention that it can pop onto the bottom rack of the dishwasher at the end of the day. (Although, full disclosure, I keep my bedside hydrating in the middle of the night!)
It’s hard to improve on something this good, but Stan did it with the Quencher H2.0 Flowstate, while managing to keep the price exactly the same ($20-$40). With a little tailoring, small changes can make a big difference.
For example, the handle I mentioned earlier was a key part of the original Adventure Quencher’s success – it was ergonomic and made carrying a large cup a breeze – and the Quencher H2.0 has a new two-tone “comfort grip” that Arranged on the handle. Is this a necessary detail? Do not. do i love it? Absolutely. Not only does it look great, but it feels luxurious and helps me get a better grip on the handle. Oh, and the Quencher H2.0 comes with a handle in the 30-ounce size, while the Adventure Quencher 30-ounce doesn’t.
The straws of the Quencher H2.0 are also upgraded with a new silicone seal that wraps around the straw base and prevents spills. Full disclosure: If you tip over the Adventure Quencher, water will rush to the floor. This new “splash-proof” detail isn’t completely waterproof, but it does slow down spills to dripping, which is as good as using a sippy cup.
While this detail is invisible to the naked eye, I’m a staunch supporter of Stanley’s commitment to sustainability, which is front and center in the Quencher H2.0 – the cup is made from a material composed of 90% recycled stainless steel.
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There’s nothing to be offended about when it comes to this mug. If I had to choose something I’d go home, since none of the Quencher cups are spill-proof, it’s not suitable for long trips. For example, you can’t put a mug in a handbag like you would a sealed water bottle.When traveling this summer, I didn’t have my beloved Adventure Quencher and ended up drinking it method Less Water You don’t often miss a drink a day when you’re out of town, but that’s exactly where I am.
I’ve tried many cups and water bottles over the years, and Quenchers are my favorite, even more than the splash-proof water bottle, mainly because the straw design of the Stanley cup makes it very easy to drink on the go, while the water bottle needs to be twisted open Cap or lift the spout – sure, it only takes a second, but it adds an initial step to every sip I drink.
Compared to other cups with straws, the Stanley tumbler cup definitely wins in terms of quality and design. The Reduce 40-Ounce Cold1 Insulated Stainless Steel Straw Cup is a favorite among Target fans, it has a nice straw lid and a cheaper $25 price tag, but it doesn’t fit a standard cup holder, although promising to keep the water cold for 34 hours, I found The ice melted after a few hours.
I’m a big fan of Yeti’s coolers, chairs, and more, but the Rambler 26 oz stackable mug isn’t as good as the Quenchers because it doesn’t have a handle—it’s cumbersome and stressful to carry when my hands are full! – and a humble lid that only holds one straw. If you want a spout/lock lid, you’ll have to spend an extra $10 on the brand’s beloved Magslider Lid.
You can’t go wrong with either the Stanley Adventure Quencher Travel Tumbler or the newer Stanley Quencher H2.0 Flowstate Tumbler, but if I was forced to choose, I’d go for the new and improved Quencher H2.0 Flowstate. The sealed straw spout and silicone-lined handle fascinated me, and the recyclable nature of the cup makes it a feel-good, earth-friendly option.