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Hammered Copper Water Bottle | Hand-Hammered Pure Copper, Unlined | Zenca

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Hammered Copper Water Bottle | Hand-Hammered Pure Copper, Unlined | Zenca

Hammered Copper Water Bottle | Hand-Hammered Pure Copper, Unlined | Zenca

Regular price $69.00
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A Copper Bottle Made the Way Copper Vessels Have Always Been Made

The Zenca Copper Bottle is formed from a single sheet of pure copper and finished by hand. The dimpled surface isn't a print or a stamped pattern — it's thousands of individual hammer marks, which is why no two bottles are identical.

The inside is bare copper. No lacquer, no epoxy lining, no plating over a cheaper metal. That matters for how it feels to drink from and for how it ages, and it's the main thing that separates a real copper vessel from a copper-coloured one.

It's a water bottle, built to be used every day and to outlast every plastic bottle you'd otherwise buy.

What You're Buying

  • Pure copper, not plated — solid copper throughout, not copper over steel or aluminium
  • Unlined interior — no lacquer, no epoxy coating, no sealant
  • Hand-hammered finish — every bottle is individually worked, so the pattern varies
  • Leak-resistant screw cap — sealed for a bag or a bedside table
  • No plastic, no BPA — nothing to degrade, scratch or shed over time
  • Repairable and recyclable — copper can be polished back and, at the end of its life, fully recycled

About the Tradition

Storing drinking water in copper vessels overnight is a long-standing household practice in India, known as Tamra Jal. Copper cookware and serveware have a similarly long history across Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia.

We sell this bottle because it's a beautiful, durable object with a lot of history behind it — not as a treatment for anything. If you're drawn to the ritual, fill it at night and pour it in the morning. If you just want a bottle that isn't plastic, it does that too.

Materials Compared

  Zenca Copper Plastic Stainless Steel
Solid metal, no lining Yes No Usually
Free of plastic and BPA Yes No Yes
Each piece individually made Yes No No
Develops a patina with age Yes No No
Dishwasher safe No — hand wash Varies Usually
Fully recyclable Yes Limited Yes

Care & Use

Do

  • Rinse thoroughly before first use
  • Use with plain drinking water only
  • Empty and rinse daily rather than leaving water standing
  • Clean with lemon juice and salt, then rinse well
  • Hand wash and dry with a soft cloth

Don't

  • Fill with juice, soda, kombucha, vinegar or any acidic drink
  • Fill with milk, dairy or alcohol
  • Put it in the dishwasher or the microwave
  • Use abrasive pads or harsh chemical cleaners
  • Leave water standing in it for more than 12 hours
Darkening or tarnish? That's ordinary copper oxidation and it's expected on an unlined bottle. A paste of lemon juice and salt, left for a few minutes and rinsed off, brings the shine straight back. Many owners leave it and let the patina build instead — both are fine.
Pure Copper
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is it actually made of?
Pure copper, formed from a single sheet and hammered by hand. There is no interior lining, lacquer or coating, and it is not copper plating over another metal. The cap has a food-grade seal.
How should I use it safely?
Plain drinking water only. Don't use it for juice, soda, kombucha, vinegar-based drinks, dairy or alcohol — acidic liquids react with bare copper. Empty and rinse it daily rather than leaving water standing for long periods. If you have a medical condition affecting how your body handles copper, such as Wilson's disease, speak to your doctor before using any copper drinkware.
Why does mine look different from the photos?
Because it was hammered by hand. The pattern, the depth of the dimples and the exact tone of the copper vary from bottle to bottle. The photos show a representative example rather than the specific bottle you'll receive.
It's gone dark inside. Is that a fault?
No. Bare copper oxidises in air and water, and a darker surface is the normal result. Rub the inside with a paste of lemon juice and salt, leave it a few minutes, then rinse thoroughly and the original colour returns.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?
No. Dishwasher detergent and heat will strip and stain the copper. Hand wash with warm water and a soft cloth, and dry it rather than leaving it to air dry.
What if I don't like it?
Return it within 30 days of delivery in its original packaging for a refund of the item price. Full details, including who pays return postage, are on our Refund Policy page.

30-Day Returns

If the bottle isn't right for you, return it within 30 days of delivery in its original packaging and we'll refund the item price. Damaged or incorrect items are replaced at our cost. See our Refund Policy for the full terms.

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Zenca copper bottles are drinkware. We make no medical, health or therapeutic claims about this product, and nothing on this page is intended as health advice. Questions? Call (213) 373-6519 or email info@shopzenca.com.
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