How to Care for Copper Mugs: The Simple Way (Hint: Use Them)

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Copper mugs with a rustic, tarnished appearance are displayed on a wooden surface. One mug reads "HANDLEBEND."

If you’ve ever wondered how to care for copper mugs, you might be surprised by the answer. The most important step isn’t a special cleaner or a complicated routine - it’s simply this:

Use them.

At Handlebend, we believe copper mugs are meant to be lived with, shared, and enjoyed. Caring for your copper mugs starts with pulling them out of the cabinet and putting them to work - ideally once a week or more.

The Best Way to Care for Copper Mugs Is to Use Them Often

Copper mugs aren’t meant to sit on a shelf collecting dust. They’re meant to be filled with ice, poured full of your favorite cocktail, and passed around the table.

Our brand was built around the idea of slowing down, unplugging, and sharing time with the people you love. When you use your copper mugs regularly, you’re doing more than caring for them - you’re honoring what they were made for.

So grab them. Use them. Share them.

Whether you’re sitting around the kitchen table or gathered around a backyard campfire, regular use keeps your mugs in rotation and part of your everyday life - exactly where they belong.

How to Clean Copper Mugs (It’s Easier Than You Think)

One of the most searched questions we see is “How do you clean copper mugs?” Luckily, the answer is refreshingly simple.

Everyday Copper Mug Cleaning Steps:

Rinse after use A quick rinse goes a long way.
Light scrub with soap and water Use a soft rag and mild dish soap - no harsh abrasives needed.
Air dry Let them dry naturally.
Store them where you’ll grab them again Set them on your kitchen cabinet or bar cart so they’re ready for the next round.