Single-use plastic bottles are clearly a pour choice. In the U.S., over 60 million plastic water bottles are thrown away every day. Worldwide, people buy about 1,000,000 plastic bottles every minute. Ironically, our quest to be perfectly hydrated has encouraged us to pollute our planet’s natural water resources. The bottled water obsession began just a few decades ago and we need to start giving a dam. If you don’t own a quality reusable water bottle, you H20 it to yourself to buy one. Over time, the upfront cost is just a drop in the bucket compared to what you’d spend on single-use bottles. Most importantly, you’ll be doing a great service to the waters that matter most. Take the dive and check out our favorite eco-friendly refillable water bottles.
Miir:
It’s Like You’re My Miir-or
We love the sleek, minimalist appearance of these stainless steel refillable water bottles, but we know it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Keeping cold things cold for 24+ hours and hot things hot for 12 hours, even the busiest (or most forgetful) of us will still get to enjoy their desired beverage. Miir is a certified B Corp with an emphasis on giving: with every purchase, they set aside a portion of the revenue for a trackable clean water or health project (totaling over $1 million donated so far). Great customer service is just one of a myriad of reasons to go with Miir.
Hydro Flask
From a 12 oz kid’s bottle to a 64 oz canteen, these double-wall vacuum-insulated stainless steel water bottles are durable enough to last a lifetime (plus a lifetime warranty on manufacturer defects). Most bottles have a convenient carrying handle, and you can even dress up and protect your bottle with a little boot. Hydro Flask has a Parks For All charitable program, donating nearly $1 million in two years to non-profits that build, maintain, and restore parks big and small.
S’well
S’well takes their simple, no-nonsense bottle shape and offers over 150 gorgeous variations on color and style (the “Pinot To Go” design resonated nicely with us). This style + function approach has led them to be the fastest growing woman-owned company in the U.S. Charitable giving among these water bottle companies must have a ripple effect, as S’well is a generous contributor to UNICEF, Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and Lonely Whale.
BKR
Less sporty and more professional chic, these stylish reusable glass water bottles from BKR are made with BPA-free glass. Their signature sleeve has spikes all around it to help with grip, stability, and sass. They also make a hydrating lip balm that can click into the cap of your water bottle, sold together in a “Kiss Kit.” Gum and awkward texts not included.
Yeti
This is a tough one. As in, Yeti reusable water bottles are armored with thick-gauge steel and can handle your dishwasher without fading or cracking. You won’t find a cooler company than this cooler company. Their bottles are perfect for any outdoor excursion, or if you’d just like to feel outdoorsy from the comfort of your home.
Klean Kanteen
Making an early splash in the industry, this family-owned company (a brother-sister team, so you know you can trust them) came out with the first stainless steel, BPA-free, reusable water bottle in 2004. Their products are reliable, and their business practices are admirable. The 1% For the Planet logo indicates their dedication to helping environmental non-profits, contributing over $2.7 million thus far.
Purist
As the name suggests, Purist Collective is committed to keeping your liquids tasting exactly as they should. With a sharp modern design, their reusable glass water bottles combine a double-wall vacuum insulated stainless steel frame with an unbreakable glass interior lining. This aids in ease of cleaning and to keep any metallic flavors out of your water.