# Teak Wood Tea Cups The 'Nook Wood Tea Cup' is a CB2 Exclusive By Joey Haar | Published 2018-05-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nook-wood-tea-cup References: [cb2](https://www.cb2.com/nook-wood-tea-cup/s535154?si=2617611&aff=cj) The 'Nook Wood Tea Cup', a new and exclusive [CB2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cb2-collaborated) product, shows the possibilities that exist when designers are willing to think outside of the box. While most [teacups and mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinch-hold) are made out of hard materials like ceramics, clay, porcelain, or even glass and metal, the Nook Wood Tea Cup is made from natural wood, making it a soothing addition to one's nightly tea ritual. The Nook Wood Tea Cup is made out of teak, which is a hardwood. The dense grain is naturally resistant to stains, which is why the designers made the choice. The teak used for the cup is also [reclaimed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-kitchen-tools), so it'll be an environmentally friendly and sustainable option in one's kitchen cabinet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wooden Drinkware:** The trend of using natural wood as a material for drinkware creates opportunities for designers to innovate and offer unique, eco-friendly alternatives. - **Sustainable Kitchenware:** The rise of sustainable materials like reclaimed teak in kitchenware presents opportunities for companies to tap into the growing demand for environmentally friendly products. - **Alternative Tea Rituals:** The introduction of teak wood tea cups creates a trend of exploring alternative materials and designs for tea lovers to enhance their ritualistic experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can leverage the trend of wooden drinkware to offer eco-friendly and visually appealing products. - **Kitchenware:** The kitchenware industry has a disruptive innovation opportunity in using sustainable materials like reclaimed teak to cater to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Tea and Beverage:** The tea and beverage industry can tap into the trend of alternative tea rituals by introducing new products and experiences that incorporate unique materials like teak wood. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grown Drinkware Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourd.md) - [Eco-Friendly Thermoplastic Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/link-tumbler.md) - [Walnut Shell-Created Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nos.md) - [Bamboo Tea Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-tea-tumbler.md) - [Portable Ceramic Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hukou.md) - [Cube Aluminium Espresso Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unavela.md) - [Authentic Tin Sake Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sake-cup-1.md) - [Sustainable Upcycled Glass Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmm-design.md) - [Machined Aluminum Sake Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sake-cups.md)