The Coffee Mug Storage Solution Everyone Overlooks (And It's Already In The Kitchen)

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On any given day, nothing hits quite as nicely as that first sip of coffee. Outside of the aroma and taste, your morning cup offers a moment of peace before you set out for your daily duties. However, if your coffee mugs are disorganized, that solace can quickly turn to chaos. Whether you can't find your favorite mug or you accidentally knock one over because the stack was too messy, having improper mug storage can easily start you off on the wrong foot. And while there are a handful of solutions, one that you might have overlooked is your kitchen drawers.

If they are deep enough, kitchen drawers are an excellent place to store mugs to keep them organized and free of dust. Unlike cabinet shelves, drawers also eliminate the need to reach upward for your mugs, making them more accessible. Of course, you can always upgrade your coffee mug storage with a cool DIY that keeps them tidy and within reach, but with this drawer hack, you don't need to buy or build anything extra. 

When storing mugs inside your kitchen drawers, try to choose a drawer that sits right under your coffee maker or electric kettle for easy access. If you have the space, storing your coffee pods or coffee accessories in the same drawer can also be helpful. While you don't need to purchase anything special to store your mugs in a drawer, a soft drawer liner can go a long way in keeping your mugs safe from chipping. That said, if chips or cracks do occur, use your broken coffee mugs to create a unique statement decor piece instead of throwing them out.

To keep your mugs from rattling and clanking together, you might also consider some sort of divider to further organize the drawer. This Bofoho Adjustable DIY Storage Organizer is a great option that you can customize to best fit your specific mugs. With this storage method, you may be wondering which way you should be storing your glassware and mugs. Ultimately, when you put them inside of a drawer where dust buildup is less of a concern, you can store your mugs rim side up or down. Choose whichever method you feel makes them easier to grab.