The Stanley Cup, specifically the quencher H2.0. has had a sudden rise in popularity this past year. The Stanley Cup is a tumbler with a handle, a straw lid, and an array of colors. The cup was first introduced in 2016 but sales were very low so the company stopped restocking it in 2019. Stanley then redesigned and released the tumbler again in 2022 where it started to gain popularity.
Recently Stanley and Starbucks made a collab with Valentine's Day-themed cups. Videos were posted of people camping out in front of targets to get the cup. Acts of violence were also displayed at some target locations.
Here are some of the thoughts Central High School students have about the Stanley Quencher H2.0.
The first interview was conducted with someone who wants to stay anonymous, interviewed by Keiko Zellner.
Why do you think the Stanley Cup is so popular?
"Because they're worth the money, very durable, and last a long time. I've dropped mine on concrete and it hasn't broken.”
Is the hype worth it, why or why not?
“They're worth it because the cup is gonna last years and I think the people who can't afford it are making a big deal out of it. I think people spend more money on their nails, hair, and clothes but judging people for wanting to spend some money on a cup is weird.”
Hydroflask or Stanley and why?
“Stanley, because I think the brand is really durable.”
The second interview was conducted with Orlando San Miguel Morales, interviewed by Keiko Zellner.
Why do you think the cup is so popular?
“I think the cup is so popular because it's a newer cup. I've never seen a cup like the Stanley. I think the fact it fits in the car cup holders and the variety of colors is a big factor in the cups' rise to popularity.
Is the hype worth it, why or why not?
"No, the cup does the same thing as any other thermos. I think the hype comes from teenage girls liking it for no reason.”
Do you like the cup, why or why not?
"It's a pretty nice cup but it could definitely be better quality because it's like 50 bucks. It's also not very practical because it leaks, you can't just throw it around because it leaks. You have to pay attention to where you put it.”
Hydroflask or Stanley, why or why not?
"Hydro Flask because it's been like the bottle for the last decade. It's definitely never gonna go out of style. everyone who has a Stanley probably had a Hydro and just got the Stanley because of its popularity."
The rise of Stanley Cups is quite intriguing. The cup has made an impact on so many people in their everyday lives. Seeing videos of influencers with the cup everywhere showing how they've personalized theirs has filled the internet. Are Stanley cups just a micro trend? Or will they continue to stay popular?