How do you remove the coffee taste from a travel mug?

Kat T asked:


I have several travel mugs that I often fill with coffee and take with me in the car. The problem is that the cups quickly absorbed the taste of the coffee. Now if I put any other beverage, like tea, in the mugs all I can taste is stale coffee. I do wash my dishes very well with soap and water, so that is not the problem. It is just that the coffee is so strong I guess? Anyway, Can anyone please tell me how to remove this stale coffee taste from my travel mug?

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4 Responses to “How do you remove the coffee taste from a travel mug?”

  • Ronda B:

    Try soaking them in bleach water. If that doesnt work get new mugs and only use them for anything but coffee.

  • Whit:

    Try filling the cup 1/4 full with vinegar and the rest with water. Let it sit overnight and then rinse and let air dry. Once it’s dry, you won’t be able to taste it.

  • (:?TayLee?:):

    Run it through the dishwasher…

  • Imaka:

    Use some baking soda and vinegar – it will make a “volcano” effect first. Fill the mugs and then just leave it and let it sit in the cups overnight. That should take care of it.

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