Kuksa Long curly handled Wooden Mug is a traditional wooden drinking cup considered to be a cultural artifact from Lapland

Kuksa Long curly handled Wooden Mug

This is not a toy

A Kuksa (or Guksi (Sami), Kasa (Swedish)) is a traditional wooden drinking cup considered to be a cultural artifact from Lapland many consider them to be a symbol of unity between people and the wilderness. Native Nordic peoples, like the Saami, have used kuksas for thousands of years. There are many kuksa designs, sizes and makers. You can find tiny little kuksas or ones big enough to use as a soup bowl. The most common size is around one cup.
The aesthetic advantages to using wooden cups seem obvious, however using a sustainable and biodegradable material also benefits the environment. When properly looked after a kuksa will last a lifetime.

Features:

• Not as fragile as pottery and can stand more knocks.
• Wood is a good insulator so liquids will stay warmer, whilst not burning your hands.
• In sub-zero temperatures touching metals should be avoided so wooden cups are safer.
• You can place a wooden cup on a forest floor and its low centre of gravity will make it more stable and its pot-bellied shape helps it to settle into the floor rather than on it.
• These cups can be attached to a lanyard on your belt for easy carrying.

Maintenance:

• Hand wash only. Not suitable for use in a dishwasher, microwave, dryer or oven.
• Wash after each use with a soft cloth.
• Occasionally coat the mug with olive oil to prevent the wood from drying out.
• Do not immerse in boiling water or leave liquids in it for long periods
• Do not use bleach or strong cleaning liquids.
• Do not rub with harsh abrasive cleaning tools.

Specifications (Approximate measurements):

• Height: 5cm
• Diameter (At rim): 9cm
• Total length (Handle and across cup): 21.4cm
• Weight: 130g
• Capacity: 110ml (100ml = 1 Pint)