I’m known as a bit of a Pug Enthusiast, and recently for my birthday I got a pug mug present, which I absolutely LOVED! Not only was it fun to look at, it was a perfect companion to my morning coffee!
I loved it so much that I searched for more pug mugs to liven up my coffee time. Here are five of my favorite pug mugs that would make any pug devotee, whether it’s your partner, BFF, parent, or grandparent, really happy and cheerful.
They’ll love your gift like they love their pugs! The following are the best pug mugs on my checklist.
- Best for cold and hot: Spoontiques Dean Russo Pug Travel Mug on Amazon——“Conveniently maintains temperature while looking trendy”
- Best design: Mug, Pugly Sweater Collection on Amazon——“Pug in the sweater looks cool and also makes one’s heart warm”
- Large mug: Tall Coffee Pug Mug on Amazon——“Cute friendship message on large mug”
- Funny mug: Curved Funny Mug, Snug As A Pug——“Message on a cup to make one chuckle”
- Ceramic mug: Life is Better with a Pug Ceramic Mug——“Good quality mug with fun phrase”
How to Find the Perfect Pug Mug/ Cup
In your hunt for the ‘perfect’ pug mug, you need to find one most suited to your needs! Everyone has different requirements for their convenience, and the ‘perfect’ mug is one that best balances them all. Here are some things to look at while searching for the best pug mug:
- Size is important!
The best pug mug would hold the exact volume of the beverage that you prefer. For people who drink more coffee, a larger cup would be a better choice. However, larger cups would cool down hot beverages faster, so suffice to say, size is crucial!
Here are some size guides for different beverage types:
o Cappuccino: 5-6 oz. cup
o Espresso: 2-3 oz. cup
o Mocha, Latte, and Hot Chocolate: 8-12 oz. cup
- Hold your Handle!
Mugs usually have handles for easier use. They help balance the beverage; avoiding spilling, while also defending the hand from heat.
Sometimes cups, like those for Japanese tea, don’t have handles so that users can embrace the sensations of having a hot drink!
- To Lid or Not to Lid
Lids are useful for maintaining the temperature of your drink, while also preventing spillages while you’re on the go. They also are excellent tools to protect the aroma of your beverage!
Lids are not for everyone, though; some people find them to be hard to manage.
- Material Matters!
Pug mugs are available in a variety of materials, ranging from porcelain, ceramic, and glass, to plastic and stainless steel. Die-hard coffee drinkers tend to prefer ceramic or glass cups as plastic or stainless steel containers tend to retain odors, and even taste!
Ceramic and glass mugs resist residual odor and can maintain warmer beverage temperatures for a longer while.
Finding the ‘perfect’ pug mug can be exciting and can increase the pleasure taken in the little things in life, such as drinking the perfect cup of tea/coffee.
The Five Best Pug Mugs
1. The Pug Coffee Travel Mug
The vibrant colors pair with the colorful words “ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE AND A PUG”, which really makes a great present to give to any pug lover anywhere!
2. Pug in a Sweater Mug
Far from being an ugly pug mug, this hand painted mug is guaranteed to make the pug lovers out there giggle with the whimsy and fun of it.
The comfortable and colorful handle makes this particular pug mug stand out in its homeliness!
3. Large Pug Coffee Mug
Though large, this tinted black pug mug with its ‘dog tail’ handle shape has made it less awkward and more trendy to carry around.
The fact that the pug wears sunglasses shows a level of trendiness that simply can’t be ignored!
4. Funny Message Pug Mug
5. Ceramic Pug Mug
FAQs
1. How do you decorate a Christmas pug mug?
Step 1: Wash, then dry your mug.
Step 2: Use a pencil to sketch a design for any words or lines.
Step 3: Carefully trace the design with Sharpie paint markers.
Step 4: If needed, add accent colors.
Step 5: Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes to set paint; then fully cool.
2. How do you write on a black pug mug without it washing off?
Apply some rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball, and then use it to wipe the mug before painting on it’s surface. This serves to clear the mug of anything that might cause your paint not to stick.
3. What to pair with a pug mug present?
It’s always a good idea to gift people one cares about with something sweet, and pairing a pug mug present with homemade cookies or cake would make a pug mug present even sweeter.
Your friend can now have something to snack on while sipping from their pug mug!
CONCLUSION
I hope that this collection of my favorite pug mugs helps you find the perfect gift for your friend! As lovable as the pugs are in real life, the pug mugs too are very easy to love, and hard to stop collecting! Happy searching!