The Civilization History of Temperature: How Many Millennia Has Humanity’s Obsession with "Warm Water" Lasted?
Across the centuries, no matter how vessels have evolved, humanity’s core pursuit has always remained the same: a desire for temperature, and an irreplaceable sense of ritual in daily life.
In 1940, Camel was officially founded in Hong Kong. We carried forward the ancient tradition of treating vessels as precious gifts, perfectly sealing this obsession with temperature within our classic vacuum glass inner liners. Today, thermal flasks are no longer just simple water-holding tools; they are an extension of modern lifestyle aesthetics and everyday needs.
This article takes a journey through the river of history alongside Camel, exploring the history of thermal cups and unlocking the ultimate application guide for thermal cups of various capacities in modern life.
The History of Thermal Cups: From Imperial Dowries to Modern Insulation Craftsmanship
From Ancient "Cupping Water with Hands" (POU YIN) to Song Dynasty "Tang Ping" (Soup Bottles). The Earliest Origins: In ancient times before metal or ceramic containers existed, quenching one's thirst meant cupping water with both hands to drink, historically known as "Pou Yin" (抔飲). Later, containers were mostly carved from wood, which is why the Chinese character for "cup" (杯) uses "wood" (木) as its radical.
The Aesthetic Pinnacle of the Song Dynasty: As early as the Northern Song Dynasty, the prototype of the thermal cup—known as "Tang Ping" (湯瓶) or "Tang Fu" (湯釜)—came into existence. "Tang" (湯) meant hot water in ancient times. The popular "dian cha" (Song dynasty tea preparation) culture of that era integrated tea tasting with the appreciation of daily life, making the "Tang Ping" used for boiling and pouring water absolutely indispensable. There are even rumors that Song Dynasty emperors would give Tang Ping as dowries for princesses, showing that it possessed both extreme practicality and high fashion status at the time.
A Breakthrough in Modern Craftsmanship: The Birth of Camel in the 1940s
In 1940, the Camel thermal flask was born. In an era of scarce resources, having a flask that could keep water warm or cold was essential for every household. From the 1940s, Camel's glass interior products became famous for their insulation properties across Hong Kong, including flasks, thermos food containers, and insulated cups, becoming necessities for every household, factory, and office.
Camel remains true to its original aspiration, steadfastly upholding the reasons for choosing a vacuum glass inner liner: Pure taste, preventing flavor mingling: The glass surface is extremely stable and will not absorb grease or odors. Whether switching between tea, coffee, or herbal medicine, it perfectly restores the original taste of the beverage. Ultimate ease of cleaning: Acid and alkali-resistant, leaving no grime behind, remaining crystal clear and clean even with long-term use.
In Daily Life, Do You Prefer a Large-Capacity or Small-Capacity Thermal Cup?
Large-capacity thermal flasks (such as the 331B glass thermal flask, 212 glass thermal flask, etc.) act as a "logistical supply station" in modern life, offering "infinite refills" for the home and office: Placed beside the desk or in the living room, they eliminate the hassle of frequently getting up to fetch hot water from the pantry. With a flask in hand, you can enjoy warm water or hot tea at the most optimal temperature anytime.
Image: 331B Glass Thermal Flask
Image: 212 Glass Thermal Flask
The Use of Small-Capacity Thermal Cups: Light, Portable, and Exquisite Daily Living
Unlike the steady endurance of large capacities, small-capacity thermal cups (such as the lightweight and portable Mini 20 and CUPPA 28 series) focus on a "burden-free sense of exquisiteness": With a compact volume (around 200ml to 280ml), they fit effortlessly into handbags without taking up space, perfectly solving the commuting pain points of excessive weight and bulk. Their fashionable appearance and colors seamlessly blend into daily outfits (OOTDs), making even trips to the pantry for water a joyful experience.
Image: Mini20 ceramic- coated stainless steel insulated bottle
Image: CUPPA 35 Glass Vacuum Drinkware
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