# Pistol Grip Cups The Gun Mug Encourages You to Drink Dangerously By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gun-mug References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/gun-styled-mug.htm) & [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/mugs/eaa0/) If you've ever wanted to drink coffee with a shoot 'em up attitude, the Gun Mug is the only cup that will allow you to do so without bringing a piece to the table. Having the Gun Mug around, you'll either initially scare the crap out of the person still trying to wake up or induce a bit of laughter into the [morning routine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-coffee-kits). The conventional handle has been replaced with a handgun grip complete with the trigger. Of course, it doesn't fire anything, but I think the illusion of the firearm will make anyone feel a little bit badass. If you've been wanting to inject a bit of fun and danger during [coffee breaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessi-buri-tumbler), the Gun Mug can provide that entertainment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Novelty Drinkware:** Creating unique and unconventional drinkware designs offers opportunities for businesses to tap into the market of novelty-seeking consumers. - **Humor-inspired Products:** Developing products that incorporate humor and playfulness can enhance the consumer experience and attract a wider audience. - **Disruptive Packaging Design:** Reimagining conventional packaging designs by incorporating elements like firearms can create a memorable and attention-grabbing product that stands out on shelves. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Incorporating novelty and humor into drinkware can attract customers and differentiate brands within the highly competitive food and beverage industry. - **Gift and Novelty Items:** Expanding into the market of unique and humorous products can be lucrative for businesses specializing in gift and novelty items. - **Packaging Design:** Offering disruptive packaging design services can help businesses diversify their offerings and appeal to clients who want innovative and attention-grabbing packaging solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Utensil Holding Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1handmug.md) - [Handle-Free Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinch-hold.md) - [Bell-Shaped Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-mug.md) - [Heated Espresso-Sized Coffee Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-espresso-cup.md) - [Curvaceously Ergonomic Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-tumbler.md) - [Hidden Cat Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cute-cat-coffee-cup.md) - [Temperature-Regulating Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauldryn-coffee-pro.md) - [Coffee-Cooling Travel Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beverage-tumbler.md) - [Ultra-Heavy Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanus-brass-tankard.md)