Best Travel Mugs and Tea Infusers for Camping, Road Trips, Hiking on National Hot Tea Day

Jan 14, 2025

Today is National Hot Tea Day! What could be better on a cold winter’s day than a piping hot cup o’ tea? There’s just something so effortlessly comforting about sipping a fresh brew under a cozy blanket. It’s even great for thawing out while you warm up the car after clearing the snow off for your morning commute. So today we’re sharing our picks for great travel mugs, portable tea infusers, and travel-friendly tea kettles.

Warm Up and Share A Cup of Cheer

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, now is a great time to start thinking about gifts for your friends and loved ones. There’s nothing like a surprise treat at their favorite coffee shop and tea house, but if you can’t be there in person, a gift card will do the trick. Check out these wonderful local cafes and shops with some of the best hot teas and coffee around.

Portable Tea Makers and Mugs To Go

These mugs and tea makers make a cup of fast, convenient, and perfect for snuggling up to your special someone no matter where you are. If you’re preparing for next month for Valentine’s Day, it would certainly make a wonderful romantic gesture. They’re also a fun option to give to your bestie or coworker as a Palentine’s Day present. (Of course, there’s also never a bad time to treat yourself, so we’re not going to stop you if you snag one for yourself, too.) We also love the convenience and portability of these mugs/brewing devices for road trips, camping, hiking, and more.

First up on our list is the Electric Kettle by JETTLE. This portable tea maker and heated carafe makes up to 15 ounces of beverage, heated to your desired temperature between 100 and 212º. It automatically turns off once the water boils, and vents steam for safety and comfort. Plus, it’ll keep your drink warm and cozy until you’re ready to drink it. Comes in your choice of three colors, and priced under $40 at the time of publication.

Next on our list is the Portable Electric Stainless Kettle Carafe by Nicewell. With multiple settings to quickly heat water from 113-212ºF, you can brew a wide array of drinks in just 5 minutes. It’s also a vacuum sealed canister, keeping your hot drinks warm for you for up to 6 hours when unplugged. At the time of publication, it’s available for under $50.

Forget about that stale, bitter, lifeless teabag that’s been sitting on a store shelf for weeks! With the WIlliams Sonoma Travel Tea Infusing Cup, you can have tea-shop worthy fresh brews with your favorite loose leaf blends, even on the go. This mug conveniently holds your tea in the infuser basket til you’re ready to brew, then just release the basket with the push of a button and voila, your tea will dip into the hot water and be ready in minutes. At the time of publication, it’s available for under $75.

For a more wallet friendly cousin to the aforementioned, we love the ZENS Modern Glass Tea Infuser/Teapot combo device. Available at the time of publication for under $40, you can brew a perfect cup of tea in minutes. This 3-in-1 infuser pot allows you to steep loose leaf tea to your desired intensity with ease. Just pour hot water in the top basket over your tea, and let it work its magic. Easy to pour and share!