- A pair of brothers from the U.S. have created the 'SipCaddy'
- Portable cup holder that can hold wine glasses and champagne flutes
- It can hold cans and bottles from 6oz to 24oz
- They say its versatility makes it different from other cup holders
A
glass of wine or a relaxing bath can be the perfect remedy after a
stressful day. And now you can combine the two without fear of spilling a
drop thanks to a new invention.
A
pair of brothers from the U.S. have created the 'SipCaddy' - a portable
cup holder that can hold wine glasses that can be attached to the side
of a bath or shower.
It has a suction pad that sticks to smooth surfaces and it can hold beer cans, bottles, cups, and many other household items.
Unwind: A new invention allows people to relax in the bath while enjoying a glass of wine
SipCaddy
was designed in Brooklyn and developed by a small team of drinking
enthusiasts, architects, and designers, led by two brothers based in
Atlanta.
The creators say that the $13.95 (£8.91) cup holder is ideal for enjoying a glass of wine or cold beer in the bath.
The device is made of strong, durable, recyclable ABS plastic and is dishwasher safe.
Versatile: The product can hold both wine glasses and cans and was developed by brothers in the U.S
The
team say their product is different from other cup holders on the
market because of its versatility. It can hold bottles, wine glasses,
champagne flutes, slim coffee mugs, solo cups, regular cups, and a wide
variety of bathroom products weighing up to 24oz.
They
explained: 'The idea for SipCaddy came out of looking for a niche in
that category, and my brother having mentioned long ago that he loved
having a cold beer in a hot shower, then thinking about how to cater to a
range of tastes.
'I
noticed that while there were all kinds of portable beverage holders
available, all of them could hold either stemware or cups and cans, but
none were designed to hold both.'
'It
seemed like a niche we could fill with a novel, cool clean design and
offer it in fun translucent colours, specifically for the shower and
bath, but useful wherever a suction cup will stick.'
After
months of research including several rounds of digitally modeling the
design and 3D printing the prototypes, SipCaddy was launched over the
summer.
Sip in the shower: The brothers say
their invention is different to other cup holders because it can hold
'stemware, cups and cans'
The
company explained: 'The designs were extensively prototyped using 3D
printing, which allowed us to test and fine tune SipCaddy to hold the
widest range of drinks possible, with the most efficient use of material
and a clean look.
'Sipcaddy
has really caught on quickly since its release in late August, and
we're looking forward to releasing new colours in the new year.
'We
have recently been able to make it possible to ship internationally at
very reasonable rates through our website, and we are fulfilling orders
worldwide.'
Cocktail party while you wash: The cup holders have been tested to hold items weighing 6oz to 24oz
The cup holders cost $13.95 (£8.91)
and come in different colours but the manufacturers warn you should test
the suction before placing a glass in it
However,
the company warn on their website that users may have to experiment
with their cup holder and surface to find the best stick and they advise
against using glass.
They
write: 'Even though we have the best suction cup, it still has to be
applied properly and maintained like anything that involves a suction
cup. We have found that giving it a little tiny lick or drop of moisture
helps maintain the suction even better.
'In
bathroom environments, condensation and moisture on the surfaces may
eventually weaken the suction. It is recommended to reapply the suction
cup before use, and always test the SipCaddy before putting in your
drink. We do not recommend using glass, as accidents can sometimes
happen. Do not apply after there is condensation, make sure the surface
is dry first.'
For more information visit www.sipcaddy.com
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