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There are three distinct advantages to making your own drinks from the comfort of your desk. First, it's cheaper than buying out all the time. Second, there's less waste and litter. And third, it saves time on fetching and carrying.
Whether you take tea, can't live without coffee or are partial to pop, we've found 10 solutions that will help you provide your own liquid refreshments throughout the working day.
Have a look through the gallery to find your perfect desktop beverage maker and let us know which one it is in the comments below. Cheers!
1. Hamilton Beach Personal Cup One Cup Pod Brewer
For the ultimate in desktop coffee convenience, this mini machine uses Senseo coffee pods, so you don't even have to fuss with measuring out the required amount.
Cost: $14.99
2. IngenuiTEA Teapot
If tea is more your thing, then this clever 16oz teapot will let you enjoy the finest of fresh brews at your desk. You simply add loose leaves and hot water, wait for it to brew, put the pot over your mug and hit the spring-loaded valve to pour.
Cost: $18.99
3. LED Beverage Cooler
This dinky-looking USB-powered fridge boasts cool retro styling. It will chill one can of drink and even has a blue LED light that turns on when you open the door!
Cost: $19.99
4. Aeropress Coffee Maker
If plugging in a coffee machine at work isn't an option for you, then consider the Aeropress. It promises to make your coffee less bitter. You simply spoon in your preferred coffee, add hot water, wait a few minutes and then press the plunger for your java hit.
Cost: $25.99
5. Cola Coke Vending Machine
Are fizzy drinks your beverage of choice? Then this retro vending fridge has you covered. It can chill and hold 10 12oz cans, ready to be dispensed at the press of a button.
Cost: $179.95
6. Brookstone Single Cup Coffee Maker
With a reusable mesh filter and a coffee scoop that's just the right size for one cup of coffee, this machine is ideal for anyone who likes fresh, ground coffee. It comes complete with an insulated mug to keep your coffee warm.
Cost: $39.95
7. Water Cooler-Style Desktop Water Dispenser
Save on trips to the water cooler with this mini desktop version that will help remind you to drink your daily water quota.
Cost: $17.45
8. CafeXpress Single Pod Brewer
Using Wolfgang Puck coffee pods, this single cup machine will take up little space on your desk and ensure you have a piping hot supply of the good stuff just a few moments away.
Cost: $29.95
9. Sodastream
This soda maker will save you money with one bottle of flavor mix making about 12 liters of soda, the equivalent of about 33 cans. It's also kinder to the planet than getting your cans from a vending machine. Plus, it's fun to use -- just remember to put the flavor in after you add the fizz.
Cost: $99.99
10. Margaritaville EXPLORER Cordless Frozen Concoction Maker
Finally (and we're kind of having fun with this one), if your office is the kind of cool place that turns from workplace to social club when the clock hits six, then this portable cocktail maker could really liven things up.
Cost: From $269.95
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