What are Forrest & Love bottles and glasses made of?
Our bottles and glasses are made of 99.7% pure copper. Each product is shaped from a single sheet of pure copper with no joints or seams and capped with a leak-proof lid, also made of pure copper. We do not use any heavy metals or aluminum in the production process. Besides, our bottles are TÜV Rheinland tested for their copper purity. The outer layer of the bottles and glasses is coated with food safe lacquer. It is a protective covering that prevents tarnishing and discolouring and makes the bottles & glasses shine. From the inside, the bottles and glasses are kept completely raw, unprocessed and uncoated.
Are Forrest & Love products handmade?
Yes. Each piece is handcrafted by our artisans using traditional techniques. Our products are perfectly imperfect, nuanced to be beautiful, like nature, where no two things are ever the same. You may notice some irregularities and imperfections in the finishing – just how natural, handmade products have to be.
Forrest & Love copper products are TÜV Rheinland tested. What do the tests prove?
Our products have been tested for:
Copper content = 99.7% pure high grade copper as per to the test report.
Toxicity = None detected – no harmful metals like Lead found, as per REACH Agreement.
Food Safety = Bottle contents as well as Lacquer used on outer surface have been proven to be completely food safe.
How long do I have to store water in my copper vessel, to have the perfect copper infused water?
You can of course drink water immediately after pouring it into the copper bottles or glasses. However, to get the full benefits of copper, we suggest you fill up your bottle or glass at the night before and start by drinking a cup in the morning to cleanse and detoxify your body. Enjoy the rest of the water throughout the day.
Alternatively, you can also enjoy copper water benefits by storing water for at least 4 hours.
Will I taste the copper in the water?
It is most likely you will just experience the smooth, silky taste of pure, clean water. However, over a period of months you may get a hint of a copper taste. This would probably be due to a slight patina build-up inside the bottle. If this happens, it’s time to clean your bottle. Simply follow the cleaning instructions or watch our cleaning video.
What type of water should I use in my copper water bottle?
We recommend simple drinkable tap water. You can even store any type of still water in your copper water bottle – filtered water or even bottled water. In case of hot water, please make sure the water is not boiling. You will probably notice the greatest difference with tap water, which is generally the least alkaline and in need of the most care. Although tap water is generally fine in most first-world cities, you may want to filter your water before pouring it into your copper water bottle.
Can I use juices, tea, coffee or fruits such as lemon in my copper bottle?
As Ayurveda followers, we recommend that you only store still water in your bottle. Copper, just like any other precious metal, could react with acidic liquids (anything with a pH of less than 7) or milk based fluids. If you want to flavour your water, you can gladly add this to the glass once the copper water has been poured from the bottle.
Can I use hot liquids and tea or coffee in my copper bottle?
We do not recommend pouring hot water or other liqids in your copper bottle as the copper may react to the heat and the acidity of those ingredients. We recommend still water that is in room temperature.
Is there a risk of copper toxicity from using copper bottles or glasses?
The levels of copper absorbed by water over a period of up to 8 hours – 16 hours is completely safe. Copper toxicity is only an issue if you consume it in large quantities. It is known that water containing levels over 2.0 mg/L should not be used for drinking. However, in the experiment conducted by our laboratory, the copper content in the water remained at low levels, even after a storage period of upto 36 hours.
Our recommendation: Ideal storage time is between 8 to 16 hours. Do not drink copper water stored in Forrest & Love bottle / glass for over 16 hours.
Can I drink too much copper infused water, making it harmful for my health?
If you drink up to 1 litre of copper water during the day, it is completely safe. It is highly unlikely that you will drink too much copper infused water during the day. Important to note here is not consuming water stored in a copper vessel for over a period of 16 hours or more.
Can drinking from a copper water bottle cure my copper deficiency?
For those with a copper deficiency, drinking water from a copper water bottle could help. However, if you are suffering from a copper deficiency you must consult your health practitioner before consuming copper water as treatment.
Should I clean my copper bottle and glass before using it for the first time?
We recommend cleaning your new copper bottle or glass thoroughly before their first use. Simply rinse with warm water and mild soap or salt water from within.
How to clean my copper bottle or glass from inside?
It’s easy. Simply put a table spoon of citric acid powder or descaler powder in your copper bottle or glass. Pour hot water until the neck and allow the mixture rest for a few minutes (2 – 5 minutes). Once you notice that the patina and dark spots have disappeared and your bottle shines as new from within, you can rinse off the bottle or glass and wash once again with luke warm water. Your copper bottle or glass is good as new!
Alternatively, squeeze half a lemon (or ¼ cup of naturally fermented vinegar) and a tablespoon of salt into the bottle and add 1-2 cups of warm water. Shake the bottle and pour the liquid out.
Sometimes a copper build-up occurs around the lid of the bottle. Use the squeezed lemon to wipe inside the neck/tread of the bottle and then rinse off with clean water. .
Please remember: If you are using vinegar or lemon, do not store the mixture for a long time. Both vinegar and lemon could react very strongly with copper. Citric acid powder is mild and thus always a safe bet for cleaning your copper bottles and glasses!
Are Forrest & Love copper products dishwasher friendly?
We do not recommend cleaning your copper bottles and glasses in the dishwasher. The outer lacquer may rub off, taking away the classic copper shine. The outer lacquer protects bottles and glasses from discolouring and oxidation.
How often should I clean my bottle?
Copper acts anti-bacterial and contains self-sterilizing properties. Thus, you need not was wash your water bottle or glass every day. We recommend cleaning your bottle and glass about once a week if you use it regularly. When not in use, do not store water in the bottle or glass and keep it dry.
Can I clean my bottle or glass from outside?
The outer surface of your bottle and glass has been coated with food grade lacquer which protects it from oxidization and discoloring. You do not need to clean your bottle or glass from outside as it will only rub off the lacquer over time.