I've just finished drinking a coffee from my Beau Peep mug, and realised I've been using it for such a purpose for quite a number of years now. And do you know what? It looks as smart and fashionable as it did on the first day I received it. I would recommend the product to anyone who enjoys the use of drinking equipment, mugs particularly. I'm immensely proud of mine. It's a shame there are only a few left for sale in the world. Probably antiques of tomorrow.