Stainless Stell Flask

The Esplanda stainless steel flask is a pocket-style drinkware piece. Stainless steel is the material that matters here. Unlike glass, it won't shatter in a bag or glovebox. Unlike plastic, it won't hold onto the smell of what was in it before. Flasks in this style usually have a screw-on cap and a slim, curved body made to sit flat against a jacket or a hip. Check the product photos for the exact capacity and finish, since those details aren't listed here. Plan the use around the metal. Stainless steel is neutral and takes on no flavor of its own, so it suits spirits that hold up without much fuss, such as whiskey, rum, brandy or tequila, as well as water, coffee or tea. Skip anything carbonated, since pressure builds in a sealed flask. Avoid sugary or citrus-heavy mixes that sit for long stretches. Fill it with the spirit neat and keep any mixers separate. If you want it cold, chill the spirit in the fridge beforehand rather than adding ice, which dilutes it and doesn't fit through a narrow neck anyway. Pour into a small glass or cup when you have one: a rocks glass or a Glencairn for whiskey, a tumbler for rum. Even a basic pour gives the aroma room that drinking straight from the flask doesn't. Travel suits it best: camping, tailgates, fishing trips, wedding parties and gift sets with a matching glass. For care, rinse it with warm water and mild soap soon after use. Let it dry with the cap off so no odor builds up between fills. A funnel makes filling easier and keeps the spill off your hands.