How to Clean BrüMate Hopsulator Can Coolers Without Damage
By BrüMate | Premium Insulated Tumblers, Drinkware, Coolers ... | Published: 2026-10-16
Category: Tips en onderhoud
A step-by-step routine for cleaning BrüMate Hopsulator can coolers, including how to remove the gasket safely and what to avoid so the finish and seal stay intact.
Quick answer
Hand wash your BrüMate Hopsulator with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft sponge, then remove the gasket and rinse it separately so residue cannot sit under the seal. Skip the dishwasher, abrasive scrubbers, and soaking the body, because heat and grit are what shorten the life of the coating and the gasket.
What you need before you start
Gather a soft sponge or bottle brush, mild dish soap, warm water, and a clean towel. A small-340299">small bowl of warm soapy water is enough for the gasket; you do not need a sink full of water for the cooler body. Work over a towel so a dropped gasket does not bounce under the fridge.
- Soft sponge or non-scratch brush
- Mild dish soap, not citrus or abrasive cleaner
- Warm water and a clean drying towel
- A shallow bowl for the gasket
How often to clean it
Rinse after every use if you drank straight from the can, and do a full gasket removal once a week during regular use. Sugary drinks, juice, and mixers leave sticky film faster than plain seltzer, so give those sessions a full clean the same day. If the cooler sits in a hot car or on a sunny patio, clean it before storing it rather than the next morning.
Drying and storage
Let the body and gasket air dry fully before you reassemble, because trapped moisture under the seal is what causes odor. Store the Hopsulator with the lid off or the gasket loose if you are putting it away for the season. Keep it out of a closed cabinet while damp, and avoid stacking heavy drinkware on top of it.
Step-by-step Hopsulator cleaning routine
- Empty and rinse immediately: Pull the can out and rinse the inside and outside with warm water before residue dries. Do not leave a half-finished drink sitting in it overnight. Checkpoint: no sticky film should remain on the rim.
- Remove the gasket carefully: Work the gasket out with your fingertips, starting at one edge and easing it around the rim. Do not pry it with a knife, key, or screwdriver. Mistake to avoid: stretching or tearing the gasket, which breaks the seal.
- Wash the body by hand: Use a soft sponge with a drop of mild dish soap and warm water. Clean the threads and rim, where residue hides. Mistake to avoid: abrasive scrubbers or scouring powder on the finish.
- Wash the gasket separately: Swish the gasket in warm soapy water, rub it gently between your fingers, and rinse until the water runs clear. Checkpoint: hold it up to the light to confirm no film is left.
- Rinse and dry completely: Rinse everything, shake off excess water, and towel dry the body. Let the gasket air dry fully before you press it back in. Mistake to avoid: reassembling while the gasket is still wet.
- Reinstall the gasket evenly: Press the gasket back into the rim, working around the circle so it seats flat with no twisted sections. Checkpoint: the can should slide in and feel snug, not loose.
Parts and products that help
- Era Flip + Resa Flip Replacement Straw Tips 30/40oz + 35oz | Maraschino | 2-Pack: Replacement silicone straw tips are designed to fit securely into the plastic T-assembly on Era Flip and Resa Flip lids. If you also own an Era Flip or Resa Flip, worn silicone is replaceable instead of forcing you to buy a whole new lid.
- Default Title: BrüMate insulated tumblers and drinkware use premium insulated construction for everyday temperature retention. The same gentle hand-wash habits that protect your Hopsulator also protect other BrüMate insulated drinkware.
