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Our Review of Hydro Flask's New Flex Straw Lid

5/18/2022

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Our Review of Hydro Flask's New Flex Straw Lid

Here's what we think about Hydro Flasks's new Flex Straw Lid

We've seen a lot of questions like:
  • How good is Hydro Flask's Flex Straw lid?
  • Is Hydro Flask's Flex Straw lid worth it?
  • What's different about Hydro Flask's Flex Straw lid?
  • Should I buy a Hydro Flask Flex Straw cap?

​With all of Hydro Flask's cap options (not to mention 3rd party versions), it can be a little confusing.  To help keep things straight, we're reviewing Hydro Flask's new Flex Straw cap and will let you know if it's worth a buy.

See our video review below

And if you'd rather read the review, keep scrolling past the video.

What's Different with the New Design?

At first the new lid may not seem very different, but there are a few key changes.
Original Straw Cap
Original Hydro Flask Straw Cap
New Flex Straw Cap
Hydro Flask's New Flex Straw Cap

Change #1: The Handle
The previous straw lid had a hard plastic handle on one side that was basically a finger-loop.  Some common complaints were that it was uncomfortable, especially when you're juggling holding other items too.

The Flex Straw cap solves many of these criticisms.  The handle is the same style as their Flex Cap and Flex Sip lids.

This is a much improved handle design that we are totally on board with.

Change #2: Easier Cleaning
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If you've ever seen the videos of people cleaning out their straw lids, you'll know how nasty they can get.  Thankfully, the new style is easier to keep clean and wash out.  The red piece on the bottom of the cap is a removable silicone piece that can easily be pulled out to allow for easier cleaning.

We appreciate that the new version is even easier to keep clean and sanitary.

Change #3: Leak Resistance 
Another common complaint of the previous straw lid was that it could leak fairly easily.  The spout wouldn't "snap" into place, so it if wasn't pushed all the way down by accident, then you could experience some leaking if your bottle tipped over.

Based on our initial tests, the new Flex Straw lid seems to be less likely to leak.  The main reason is that the spout "snaps" into the locked position.  Once you hear the click, then you should be good to go and not have to worry about leaks.

We really like this change.  The lid just feels a lot more secure and better-engineered than before.

Change #4: Insulation 
The old cap really didn't insulate very well at all, but the new Flex Straw cap changes that.  Hydro Flask added their Honeycomb(TM) insulation to the design, and the silicone insert also helps.

One of the main reasons you probably have a Hydro Flask is to have an insulated bottle, so this is a welcome improvement.

Our Verdict

We like just about every change that Hydro Flask made with this new design.  It seems to improve nearly all aspects of the previous straw lid.  We highly recommend it.
See Pricing on Amazon

Want to Make Your Flex Straw Lid Even Better?

Try out our FlavorFuze Straw fruit infuser.  It's a clip-on infuser that is compatible with both the old and new Hydro Flask straw lid designs.
FlavorFuze Straw infuser
Compatible with straw lids
FlavorFuze Straw Infuser
Straw slides through the hole at the top
FlavorFuze Straw Infuser
And snaps securely at the bottom.
FlavorFuze Straw Infuser
​(infuser only)
See pricing on Amazon
Infuser and Straw Lid
​(our lid design, not the Flex Straw)
See Pricing on Amazon
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How to Make Loose Leaf Tea in a Hydro Flask

5/4/2022

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How to Make Loose Leaf Tea in a Hydro FlaskPicture

Loose Leaf Tea in Hydro Flasks - A Match Made in Heaven

Many people search Google for things like:
  • How to make loose leaf tea in a Hydro Flask?
  • Can you make hot tea in a Hydro Flask?
  • Tea infuser for Hydro Flask
  • Tea strainer for Hydro Flask
  • Tea steeper for Hydro Flask
  • Making tea in Hydro Flask
  • Hot tea in Hydro Flask
  • Loose leaf tea Hydro Flask
  • Brewing tea in a Hydro Flask
We get a lot of questions about this too.  Hydro Flasks are primarily used for water, but plenty of people would love it if they could have different flavors, like fruit infused water, coffee, or tea.  In particular, tea is what we're focusing on today.

And check out our FlavorFuze Steel Mini demo video at the end!


Can You Make Hot Tea in a Hydro Flask?

First off, we'll put to rest any questions about whether it's OK to put hot tea in a Hydro Flask.  The answer is, YES!  Hydro Flasks are made with durable, food-grade stainless steel.  Hydro Flask bottles are perfectly able to safely store your hot tea, or any other hot beverage for that matter.

Stainless steel is extremely heat resistant, at least for any temperature range you'd come across when making a beverage.  There's a reason why Hydro Flask prominently markets how many hours their bottles can keep your drinks hot!  Unless you're planning to put liquid hot magma in your bottle, you'll be good!
Liquid Hot Magma
And unlike some concerns with plastic and even aluminum, from what we have found, stainless steel won't leach chemicals or pollutants into your beverage.  Flaske has a great article covering more details about the question of "Are Stainless Steel Water Bottles Safe to Drink From."  So does Elemental Bottles, where they recommend looking for bottles that are either made from #304 or 18/8 stainless steel (Hydro Flasks are made from 18/8).  We highly recommend checking these articles out if you have any other questions or concerns.

Best Hydro Flask Bottles for Tea

You should also consider what type of Hydro Flask you want to use, since that can have an effect on which type of tea infuser will work best.
16oz Hydro Flask Mug
16oz Hydro Flask Mug
See Pricing on Amazon
A good choice for around the house.  It's also easier to clean than the other options here because it's shorter.

The downside in our opinion is that it's not as great for taking a drink on the go as the tumbler or Coffee bottle.  We prefer the handle style of the Coffee Bottle when traveling.

​Drop-in tea infusers are a great option for these mugs.
16oz Hydro Flask Tumbler
16oz Hydro Flask Tumbler
See Pricing on Amazon
Like many tumblers, it's great for on-the-go people, particularly because the tapered bottom is more likely to fit in cup holders.

Our main beef with tumblers like this though is the push-in lid.  We prefer screw-on lids (like with the Coffee Bottle) to give us that extra layer of security against spills.

Drop-in tea infusers are also a great option for tumblers.
16oz Hydro Flask Coffee Bottle
16oz Hydro Flask Coffee Bottle
See Pricing on Amazon
This is our favorite.  Hydro Flask calls it their "Coffee Bottle", but we use ours all the time for tea!

We just love having the handle on top to help carry it.  And the flex-sip lid is fantastic.  The downside is that it's a little tougher to clean, but a bottle brush like this one makes cleaning simple.

These are trickier for tea-making because the top opening is smaller.  Read further for more info!

Tea Infusers for Wide Mouth Hydro Flasks (like the 12/16/20oz Coffee Bottles and also 32oz/40oz Bottles)

Now that we know putting hot tea in stainless steel bottles like Hydro Flasks is safe, let's look at the best ways to do it!

OPTION #1: MAKE IT SEPARATELY

Historically, the most common way to enjoy tea in your Hydro Flask has been to brew it outside of your Hydro Flask first.  Then just pour the tea into your flask, and you're good to go.  This is great for many people because they already have tea-making equipment.

You'll also need to go this route if you are using a narrow-mouth Hydro Flask bottle.

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Standard Small Tea Strainers

You can find plenty of options for this type of tea strainer.  This is a serviceable option when you're just looking to make a personal cup of tea.
See Pricing on Amazon

Tea Press for Larger Batches

Tea Press for Larger Batches

Maybe you want to make a batch of tea for your an your significant other, or maybe you just want an easy option for refills later.  Whatever your reason, sometimes the smaller strainers like in the prior example just won't make enough tea.

In that case, you might want to consider a bigger tea infuser, or even a tea press like the one here.  Teabloom's tea press makes 34 ounces of tea!
See Pricing on Amazon

OPTION #2: MAKE IT IN YOUR HYDRO FLASK

​You can save yourself some extra dishes and time by brewing your tea right in your Hydro Flask!

But this option can be a little trickier because not all tea infusers and strainers will fit in Hydro Flask bottles.  The inside diameter of wide mouth Hydro Flasks is right around 2.1 inches across, so be sure that your strainer is smaller so it can fit!



Drop-In Tea Infusers

Drop-In Tea Infusers

The Kitcherish drop-in tea infusers are listed as 1.5 inches wide, so they should fit just fine in wide mouth Hydro Flasks.  And the cool part is that the chain has a hook on the end that you can rest on the rim of your bottle!
See Pricing on Amazon

FlavorFuze Steel

FlavorFuze Steel is a great option that is specifically designed for Hydro Flasks.  It's sized specifically for wide mouth Hydro Flask bottles so it can rest on the rim, and the thin design even lets you screw on standard Hydro Flask lids!  (though not the "Flex Sip" lids though unfortunately)

Our improved FlavorFuze Steel is almost in stock.  We re-designed this year to look much sleeker and be more dent resistant.
  • FlavorFuze Steel is the larger version that's better for coffee, fruits, and large volumes of tea (like in a 32oz/40oz bottle).
  • FlavorFuze Steel Mini (NEW!) is the smaller version that's best for tea brewing in a 12/16/20oz Hydro Flask Coffee Bottle.
Both sizes will be available very soon using the link below, so check back in a few months or subscribe to our newsletter for an update when it's ready for purchase.
See pricing on Amazon

FlavorFuze Steel Mini Demo

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