Most vacuum flasks are built to be carried and look it. This one is built to be seen: a Nordic-inspired form with a beaded wood handle, so it can sit on a dining table, a sideboard or a meeting-room counter as part of the setting rather than being hidden between pours. Function is unchanged — vacuum insulation keeps drinks hot or cold for hours, which means tea stays hot through a long afternoon and the second round is as good as the first. At 1.0 litre it serves several cups without refilling, which suits hosting, an office, or simply making one pot of tea in the morning and drinking it through the day.
Specifications
| Capacity | 1.0 litre |
| Insulation | Vacuum, for hot or cold drinks |
| Handle | Beaded wood |
| Style | Nordic inspired |
Buying guide
Preheat or prechill the flask before filling — a splash of boiling water swirled and poured out, or a rinse with cold water for cold drinks. A cold interior takes real heat out of the first fill, and that one step noticeably extends how long a drink stays hot. Fill as full as practical, since trapped air carries heat away. Keep the wood handle dry, wiping rather than soaking it. Do not put a vacuum flask in a dishwasher unless it is stated as safe, since water forced between the walls destroys the insulation permanently.
How it compares
Against a teapot, a vacuum flask keeps drinks hot for hours rather than minutes. Against a plain steel flask, the Nordic design and wood handle make it presentable on a table. For carrying on a commute, a sealed travel flask with a locking lid is more secure.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it keep drinks hot?
Several hours, and preheating the flask before filling makes a noticeable difference - a cold interior takes heat out of the first fill.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
Not unless stated as safe. Water forced between the vacuum walls destroys the insulation permanently.
How do I care for the wood handle?
Keep it dry and wipe rather than soak it. Prolonged moisture marks and lifts wood over time.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
Pairs well with
- 1.8L Borosilicate Glass Teapot with Stainless Steel Infuser
- 350ml Borosilicate Double Walled Glass Mug
- Glass Tea Set with 1400ml Teapot, 6 Cups and Bamboo Serving Tray
Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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|---|---|
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
How long does it keep drinks hot?
Several hours, and preheating the flask before filling makes a noticeable difference - a cold interior takes heat out of the first fill.
Can it go in the dishwasher?
Not unless stated as safe. Water forced between the vacuum walls destroys the insulation permanently.
How do I care for the wood handle?
Keep it dry and wipe rather than soak it. Prolonged moisture marks and lifts wood over time.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.