Stanley Cups have exploded in popularity, thanks to viral social media coverage and a good quality product. Fans have particularly been drawn to the large size of the tumblers, which makes daily hydration easier, and the effective insulation, which works as well for hot beverages as it does for cold. At $35-50, depending on whether you go for the 30 oz or 40 oz size, these tumblers aren’t cheap, yet that hasn’t stopped shoppers from swarming the shelves to try and get their hands on a coveted Stanley Cup.
This has created a challenge for retailers who are trying to keep up with the sudden rise in demand. Stanley Cups are frequently sold out, especially in the most popular colors. For some shoppers, there’s a second challenge: the price tag. It costs $45 for a standard edition 40 oz tumbler, which isn’t in everyone’s budget. Lastly, there have been recent concerns about the presence of lead in the bottom of each Stanley Cup. The company has confirmed each quencher has a lead pellet in its base, but said this area is fully sealed and lead exposure would only be possible if the Stanley Cup is sufficiently damaged. Still, some people would prefer a fully lead-free alternative.
