Use a Cheap Candle Warmer for a Coffee Mug Warmer
Awhile back, I looked everywhere for a coffee cup warmer because I cant stand when my coffee gets cold at work. I was tired of pouring cold coffee down the drain or getting a buzz by slamming the cup before it chilled. After looking everywhere for a coffee mug warmer, I finally just settled on a candle warmer from Bed Bath & Beyond for relatively cheap (don’t forget to use one of the 20% coupons that seem to always come in the mail).
I’m happy to report that it does actually keep the coffee warm, but not hot. Basically, for me it keeps the drink warm enough to drink, which is exactly the purpose in the first place. They do serve USB coffee cup warmers that plug into a USB port on your computer, but I have read that these don’t really produce a whole lot of heat. The candle warmer will heat up your mug to the point where the bottom will be pretty hot to the touch.
So if you are looking for a gift to give a coworker or you just hate cold coffee, then try buying a cheap candle warmer, just don’t forget to turn it off, burnt coffee smells…Choose from the most used tags in Post Tags
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I’m not sure if this produces a lot of heat but for $5.87 you might want to give it a try: http://www.bargainez.com/electronics/accessories-electronics/usb-powered-cup-warmer/
“This USB powered coffee cup warmer operates out of the small voltage that your USB port provides to keep your drink at about 50-60 degrees Celsius.”
I’m still confused. Does a “candle warmer” work as well as a “coffee mug warmer”? Or is it not worth it?
Thanx
I couldn’t find a mug warmer when I was looking for one, so I purchased a candle warmer. It is true – the candle warmer doesn’t get as hot as a mug warmer. However, I place a plastic lid on top of the coffee mug to hold in the heat. And, by doing this, it keep the beverage very hot.
Thanks for the article. I actually had the same question and happen to have that same candle warmer. I’m giving it a try today. 
I have the same problem. May be I will try this small equipment!