# Upsetting Message Mugs This Message Mug Could Pull a Playfully Cruel Office Prank By Jen Chae | Published 2013-06-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/message-mug References: [gadgetsandgear](http://www.gadgetsandgear.com/i-spat-in-this-mug.html) If you are itching to pull a [harmless but hilarious prank](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scratch-reveal) on anyone, look into this [message mug](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelmug). On the bottom of the normal-looking white cup, it has the written message “I spat in this mug” that will be sure to aggravate confused reactions. The funniest part will be the fact that the person will have no clue what is going on until they've finished [the entire drink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schneaky-espresso-martini). It is a prank that is slow and enjoyable to watch. When they see the message, it will be too late to turn back. As long as you don't say anything, the victim will really have no clue and wonder all day what exactly was in the drink. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Prank Products:** Opportunities for the creation of more prank products that bring humor to everyday items. - **Hidden Messaging:** Hidden messaging on common items creates a sense of curiosity and can be used for marketing purposes. - **Slow Reveal Gifts:** Gifts that reveal their surprise over time can be a popular and unique trend. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Supplies:** Office supplies can be modified to bring humor and create a more enjoyable workplace culture. - **Marketing:** Marketers can use hidden messaging to create a sense of mystery and curiosity around their products. - **Gifts and Novelties:** Gifts and novelties can be designed with a slow reveal element to enhance gift-giving and create excitement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Augmented Reality Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-distance-message-mug-coaster.md) - [Limited-Edition April Fool's Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oops-collection.md) - [Unexpectedly-Amusing Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-death-misfortune-cookies.md) - [Encouraging Reminder Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-goal-this-week-mug.md) - [Hidden Cat Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cute-cat-coffee-cup.md) - [Coffee-Cooling Travel Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beverage-tumbler.md) - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Interactive Prank Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scratch-reveal.md) - [Grim Reaper Tea Infusers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-reaper.md)