JOCO Cups, launched in 2011, is founder Matt Colegate’s sustainable answer to the growing global epidemic of disposable coffee cup waste and plastics in the ocean.
After seeing the impact of this waste firsthand while riding waves in Victoria, Australia, he couldn’t ignore the shocking reality that over 500 billion disposable paper, styrofoam, and single-use plastic cups are thrown away worldwide each year, and over eight million tonnes of plastic end up in the ocean.
Colegate found the health risk that all plastics were creating for both people and the planet was overwhelming. With a deep appreciation for the environment, health and wellbeing, and a love for a good coffee, JOCO was born; the original glass reusable coffee cup, an eco-innovative solution to experiencing life luxuries without the harmful impact on our environment and our health.
JOCO products are specially crafted using leading industry knowledge and premium materials, designed for a lifetime of use. JOCO cups are 100 per cent plastic, toxin free. The cups are artisan blown (handmade) by highly skilled artists, using high grade borosilicate glass, developed for its light weight, heat retentive properties and unique durability.
It’s also thermal shock resistant and protects from the acids common in many beverages. Each JOCO cup comes with a thermal silicone sleeve and an ergonomically designed lid; the medical grade silicone is non-toxic and non-porous, specifically developed for use with coffee and beverages.
In addition to offering bold colours and a charming Seaglass range, JOCO has collaborated with international artists and non-profit organisations to design bespoke collections that guarantee style while you sip.
The complete product range comes in 8oz, 12oz and 16oz sizes, modeled on common coffee cup volumes to ensure ease and consistency at cafes and home. Retail prices start at $26.