Do you mean absolutely zero plastic anywhere (including silicone gaskets/seals), or just no plastic contacting the water? Also: do you need insulation (keeps drinks hot/cold), low weight for hiking, or mostly for office/gym use? That will change the best option.
Short answer — best options by use
- Best taste / truly plastic-free contact: borosilicate glass bottle with a stainless‑steel or cork-topped lid that has no silicone gasket. Glass is inert and won’t leach flavors.
- Best for keeping drinks hot/cold with minimal plastic: double‑walled stainless‑steel vacuum bottle with a fully metal cap (verify the cap uses no plastic/silicone). These are the most practical everyday choice if you want insulation.
- Best ultralight / absolute metal option (no liners): pure titanium bottle — light, durable, and metal-on-metal, but expensive.
How to choose a truly “no plastics” bottle
1. Check the body material: choose borosilicate glass, 18/8 (304) or 316 stainless steel, or titanium. Avoid aluminum bottles with an internal liner (those liners are often epoxy/plastic).
2. Inspect the lid: many lids contain plastic or silicone gaskets. If you want zero plastic contact, look for a stainless‑steel cap designed without plastic parts or one that uses a natural cork seal. If the manufacturer’s description is unclear, ask them directly.
3. Confirm inner lining: some bottles (esp. aluminum) use interior coatings. Stainless steel bottles generally have no inner plastic lining.
4. Consider use cases: glass is great for taste but breaks and is heavy; stainless steel is durable and insulated; titanium is light but costly.
5. Replaceable parts: choose a brand that sells replacement caps/gaskets so you can verify/replace parts if needed.
Practical tips
- If you want insulation but want to eliminate plastic contact, buy a stainless bottle then ask the maker if they offer an all-metal cap or buy an aftermarket metal cap. Some small makers or metalworkers can make custom metal caps.
- For sports bottles (sipping while running/biking), many sport lids are plastic — you’ll likely need to compromise or use a bottle with a wide mouth and drink directly.
- If you’re okay with silicone (not technically a plastic), many “no plastic” shoppers accept silicone gaskets since silicone is more inert than typical plastics.
If you tell me your main priorities (insulation, weight, durability, price, activities) I can recommend specific models and where to buy them.
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about 23 hours ago
Do you mean absolutely zero plastic anywhere (including silicone gaskets/seals), or just no plastic contacting the water? Also: do you need insulation (keeps drinks hot/cold), low weight for hiking, or mostly for office/gym use? That will change the best option.
Short answer — best options by use
- Best taste / truly plastic-free contact: borosilicate glass bottle with a stainless‑steel or cork-topped lid that has no silicone gasket. Glass is inert and won’t leach flavors.
- Best for keeping drinks hot/cold with minimal plastic: double‑walled stainless‑steel vacuum bottle with a fully metal cap (verify the cap uses no plastic/silicone). These are the most practical everyday choice if you want insulation.
- Best ultralight / absolute metal option (no liners): pure titanium bottle — light, durable, and metal-on-metal, but expensive.
How to choose a truly “no plastics” bottle
1. Check the body material: choose borosilicate glass, 18/8 (304) or 316 stainless steel, or titanium. Avoid aluminum bottles with an internal liner (those liners are often epoxy/plastic).
2. Inspect the lid: many lids contain plastic or silicone gaskets. If you want zero plastic contact, look for a stainless‑steel cap designed without plastic parts or one that uses a natural cork seal. If the manufacturer’s description is unclear, ask them directly.
3. Confirm inner lining: some bottles (esp. aluminum) use interior coatings. Stainless steel bottles generally have no inner plastic lining.
4. Consider use cases: glass is great for taste but breaks and is heavy; stainless steel is durable and insulated; titanium is light but costly.
5. Replaceable parts: choose a brand that sells replacement caps/gaskets so you can verify/replace parts if needed.
Practical tips
- If you want insulation but want to eliminate plastic contact, buy a stainless bottle then ask the maker if they offer an all-metal cap or buy an aftermarket metal cap. Some small makers or metalworkers can make custom metal caps.
- For sports bottles (sipping while running/biking), many sport lids are plastic — you’ll likely need to compromise or use a bottle with a wide mouth and drink directly.
- If you’re okay with silicone (not technically a plastic), many “no plastic” shoppers accept silicone gaskets since silicone is more inert than typical plastics.
If you tell me your main priorities (insulation, weight, durability, price, activities) I can recommend specific models and where to buy them.
about 23 hours ago
I want low microplastics. Links to amazon would be perfect for the best one(s).