Our 100% copper bottles have arrived in stock!! These amazing bottles enhance the flavor of your classic cocktails and keep your water and other drinks exceptionally cold. (Do NOT use with hot beverages) Paykoc copper bottles are the perfect accompaniment for a day in the park, or a night by the campfire. Each hand crafted bottle is easy to hold and features a hygienic seamless interior. All Paykoc copper bottles are hand made in a fair trade factory in India.
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PLEASE NOTE: Copper does tarnish with use and handling, this is part of the patina process and does help to protect the metal from further corrosion. Check out our info on Copper Care & Handling if you have further questions or concerns.
COPPER CARE & HANDLING If left to its own devices copper eventually develops a patina most people recognize from gutters, door knockers or large outdoor planters. Composed mostly of sulfate this highly distinctive patina is corrosion resistant and therefore acts to shield the bulk of the underlying material from further weather-related wear and tear. While most people think the patina is a sign of weakness or a type of ‘rot’, it is in fact integral to the metal’s long term viability.
A patina can take a long time to develop though so you likely won’t be dealing with one in regards to your copper vessel, (unless you purchase some antique copper items that have been sitting unattended for years). What you will need to deal with is the tarnish and discoloration (oxidation) that precedes the development of the patina and can make your copper look old and unattractive and might even cause guests to hesitate when it comes to drinking out of them.
That said, most people are familiar with the standard do's and don’ts when it comes to caring for copper but, if your copper is already tarnished, you might want to go the extra mile and actually make your own copper cleaner. You can purchase Barkeeper's Friend to return their shine or you can follow the recipe below.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
• 3 cups of lemon juice • 1 cup of salt • 1 cup of white vinegar • A gentle sponge • Latex gloves • Ammonia (only if the tarnish is severe) • Soft clean cloths
Cleaning your copper:
• Mix the salt into the lemon juice and stir vigorously until it’s all dissolved. • Apply the mixture to the tarnished copper using the soft sponge. • Rub the mixture into the surface well. You should start to see the natural luster come through. • If not, add the white vinegar to the mixture and try again. • If the mixture with the vinegar still doesn’t produce the golden luster you’re after add the ammonia and try one more time. By now you should see the deep reddish glow. • Continue to apply the mixture until the entire copper vessel is shining brightly then rinse and dry it thoroughly and buff it using the soft clean cloth.
Once your tarnished copper has been thoroughly cleaned, keeping it that way will be a relative snap and you shouldn’t need anything more than the salt and lemon juice mixture. If you are a strict traditionalist you’ll want to leave the copper surface exposed. However, many people find it simpler to apply a lacquer to the newly cleaned mugs to save time and effort in the long run.
Some Additional Do’s and Don’ts for Your Copper Never Put Your Copper in the Dishwasher:The dishwasher is kind of like an automated car wash for your dishes. It’s a harsh environment that could actually cause the nickel lining of your copper vessels to crack and chip off. While you don’t technically need the nickel lining you don’t want to be enjoying a nice beverage and suddenly ingest some nickel chips that broke off due to the copper being damaged in the dishwasher. Also, leaving the copper to dry in the dishwasher with the other plates and pans is not a great idea, unless you like tarnish.
Keep Your Copper Dry: While oxidation and a heavy patina may look fine on downspouts, door knockers, and statues you probably aren’t eager to adopt the look for your copper mugs. The good news is that you don’t have to. All you have to do to avoid it is to make sure you dry your mugs thoroughly after washing. Don’t just wipe them down quickly like you might a plate, put some elbow grease into it and make sure they’re bone dry before you store them away. Beautiful copper bottles and mugs provide a timeless vessel for enjoying a refreshing Moscow Mule, or other favorite beverage during the big holiday party or family get-together.
They’re a great conversation starter and, contrary to stories circulated by some, present no health risk as long as they, like every other plate, bowl, cup and glass you own, are kept clean between uses. Make sure your copper always looks it’s best by following the tips provided here.
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