Qterra Craft: The Ultimate Travel Mug for On-the-Go Brewing

Brewing Fresh Coffee or Tea Anywhere, Anytime

Qterra Craft is a travel mug that revolutionizes the way we enjoy our favorite hot beverages. Designed by Pierre Baston, Raeshon McNeil, and Patrick Bailey, this innovative travel mug allows you to brew fresh coffee or tea on the go with just a twist of a dial. Say goodbye to stale, pre-packaged drinks and hello to a rich and flavorful experience wherever you are.

Inspired by Pierre Baston's trips to Argentina, where he discovered the Argentine passion for mate, Qterra Craft brings the art of craft brewing to the palm of your hand. Mate, a hot herbal infusion created by indigenous Guarani people, is traditionally prepared by the drinker on the spot, just moments before drinking. With Qterra Craft, you can now enjoy the same freedom and freshness with your favorite coffee or tea.

What sets Qterra Craft apart is its unique design and functionality. The travel mug carries ground coffee or tea leaves and hot water separately, ensuring that the brewing ingredients stay fresh and dry until you're ready to brew. The telescoping basket with a cam-and-follower design allows you to control the brewing time without opening the mug, minimizing the risk of spills and ensuring a seamless brewing experience.

But that's not all. Qterra Craft also features a heat-absorbing phase change material (PCM) in the walls, which quickly cools the hot beverage to a safe drinking temperature of 60°C. No more burned tongues or waiting for your drink to cool down. A thermochromic paint ring changes color to let you know when it's safe to drink, adding an extra layer of convenience and safety.

Personalization is also a key feature of Qterra Craft. The travel mug comes with interchangeable artistic medallions that attach to the bottom, allowing you to showcase your style every time you lift your mug to drink. Whether you're feeling bold, elegant, or playful, Qterra Craft has a design to match your mood.

With its compact dimensions of 100mm (widest) and 62mm (base), Qterra Craft is the perfect companion for your daily commute or outdoor adventures. Weighing only 0.7kg, it won't weigh you down, but it will provide you with a satisfying 355ml of freshly brewed beverage. And the best part? No electrical power, cords, or batteries are required.

The Qterra Craft project started in Philadelphia in 2017, with initial designs inspired by Pierre Baston's experiences in Argentina. After years of research and development, the travel mug was launched in November 2021, bringing the joy of craft brewing to coffee and tea enthusiasts worldwide.

Recognized for its ingenuity and contribution to quality of life improvements, Qterra Craft was awarded the Bronze A' Design Award in 2022. This prestigious award is bestowed upon outstanding designs that exhibit strong technical and creative skills, incorporating best practices in art, science, design, and technology.

Experience the freedom and flavor of on-the-go brewing with Qterra Craft. Whether you're a coffee connoisseur or a tea enthusiast, this travel mug will elevate your drinking experience to new heights. Say goodbye to stale drinks and hello to the art of craft brewing.