Koozies
are commonplace items that are simple in design and structure but convenient in
their simplicity. Like many beverage insulators, they protect hands from an
uncomfortably hot or cold container. There are some key differences that
distinguish koozies from typical beverage insulators. One design feature that
separates them from other drink paraphernalia is that the koozies' sole task is
to keep the beverage cool or warm without becoming the temporary container for
the liquid. Thermoses, tumblers and other popular liquid holders insulate by
retaining the liquid within an enclosed barrier. A person needs to pour the
liquid out of the original can or bottle and into the new thermos container to
experience its benefits. This would be an inconvenient task at an event that
distributes drinks to the guests.
Ease
in portability is a significant advantage associated with all koozies.
Thermoses are usually closed containers that prevent the liquid from spilling
out and composed of layers of insulating metal between the inner and outer
surfaces. This material makes thermoses bulky and heavy, and while useful in
some instances, they cannot always be easily transported to an event or carried
around without accounting for their presence all the time. Koozies barely weigh
anything, are collapsible, and can be tucked away with ease when drinks are
finished. Koozies also cost significantly less, so a drink can be left alone
without worrying about it disappearing.
Sometimes,
personalization is desirable, and this is much easier to achieve on koozies
than thermoses. They can be customized at will, with makers providing a list of
options that can render each koozie unique. Weddings often make use of custom
koozies as they offer nearly all the benefits of a thermos but with a design
more suited for impromptu use. They are also cost-effective and can multitask
as wedding favors. And unlike thermoses, drinks that are served in personalized koozies can be consumed as is while enjoying the benefits.
Durable
and tough, the material used to make koozies can last a long time. The foam and
neoprene substances provide lightweight alternatives for beverage insulators.
Personalized koozies are especially useful at large gatherings where drinks are
informally served in bottles and cans. Having the beverage sleeve on hand
allows an individual to immediately slip it onto the drink for insulation and
protection. It is also easier to identify it from other drinks. This action can
be repeated multiple times at multiple events. The foam and neoprene materials
are resilient, making koozies useful products that will last a long time.
