Stanley quencher review: Our verdict on the TikTok famous water bottle

With its 1.2l capacity, the reusable tumblr promises to keep your thirst quenched while ensuring your cold drinks stay chilled for up to 11 hours (or two days when iced), thanks to Stanley’s vacuum insulation. We tested these claims with an ice-cold smoothie which stayed deliciously chilled for all-day sipping – as did our white wine at the park (another underrated benefit of the cup).

There’s no denying that it’s heavy – and the sheer size of the thing is slightly impractical for lugging round a city on the commute, taking up more space than our lunch, laptop and book combined. But when working from home, we appreciated the large capacity for helping boost our water intake – plus, its height means you merely have to tilt your head to drink it hands-free at your desk.

The grip ergonomic handle adds to its ease-of-use while the narrow base that fits some (but not all) car cup-holders is a nice touch. Plus, the entire bottle is dishwasher-safe. Crafted from 90 per cent recycled stainless steel, it’s not only durable, it’s sustainable, too, giving you peace of mind while sipping.

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Designed with an advanced flowstate lid, you can rotate the cover to three positions – described as a splash-resistant straw opening, a drink opening and a full-cover top for transportation. Though it’s easy to switch between these positions, the straw is not fully splashproof while the full-cover top failed to pass the leakproof test when tipped on its side or upside down. This completely rules the quencher out for carrying loose in a bag, which is quite a big drawback considering the price.

Beyond its practical use, the range of colours available certainly makes hydration a more stylish affair. From pink rose quartz, baby blue chambray, sleek charcoal black and muted sage-green eucalyptus to off-white cream and dusty light purple orchid, Stanley has targeted a whole new generation of customers with these Insta-worthy pastel-hued cups.