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Clear, Cute, and Taking Over: Meet the Jam Jar That Just Out-Trended the Keep Cup

  • Writer: Catherine Potter
    Catherine Potter
  • Jul 13
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jul 13


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Once reserved for homemade jams and pickled veg, the humble Weck jar has officially made its way from the pantry to the pavement – becoming the latest must-have for iced coffee lovers, TikTok trendsetters and the aesthetically obsessed. Clear, curvy and undeniably cute, this vintage German jar is now being spotted in cafés, clipped into car cupholders (when it fits), and popping up in social media reels everywhere.


In a world where content is king, people aren’t just choosing glass jars for their eco cred. It’s the transparency, the minimalism, and the ability to show off exactly what’s in your drink that’s giving the Weck jar its cult status. Think lavender matcha, layered iced lattes, and cold brews with coconut cream swirls – and with the Weck’s straight sides and thick glass, every detail shows. It’s the anti-Keep Cup in a way – not hiding your drink but putting it front and centre.


From Pantry to TikTok Fame


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While Weck jars have been around since the 1900s, they’ve recently taken over TikTok under hashtags like #weckjar and #coffeetok. Influencers are obsessing over their clean lines and satisfyingly clunky feel, filming "what I’m drinking today" clips just to show off the aesthetic.


The vibe is very "clean eating" meets Sunday market hipster, with videos featuring slow-mo pours of coffee and pastel drinks into the jars, glass straws in tow. TikTok creators like @amanderz7 and @ashleyeeubank are leading the Weck wave, with clips racking up thousands of views and fans asking, “Where can I get one?!”



Where to Get Them (Yes, Even Here in Aus)


The good news? You can buy Weck Jars online and if you can't wait, you don’t need to import. You can buy Weck jars online in Australia right now. Ball Mason Australia stocks a range of Weck styles including the perfect 200ml latte-size cup, and local retailers like Wheel & Barrow, Biome, Chef’s Hat and The Hub General Store all sell them online. Prices vary depending on size and style, but they’re generally affordable – especially when you consider how many ways you can reuse them. From coffee to cocktails to overnight oats, they’re not just trendy – they’re practical.


It also helps that Weck jars are dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe, and made from thick, durable glass that doesn’t absorb flavour or leach chemicals. That means no funky aftertaste, no warped lids, and a very low-waste vibe. And when you're done with your coffee, you can toss in some bircher, store your salad dressing, or fill it with dried rose petals and pretend you’ve got your life together.


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Why It’s a Vibe


Ultimately, this trend isn’t just about a jar. It’s about slowing down, choosing something tactile and reusable, and maybe even romanticising your morning routine a little. Unlike your usual takeaway cup, the Weck jar adds a little ceremony to things. It turns an iced latte into a moment.


So if you’re ready to upgrade your café game, it might be time to ditch the stained Keep Cup and jump on the Weck jar bandwagon. Just a heads-up – once you start sipping from one, there’s no going back. And if you suddenly feel the urge to show off your morning brew on TikTok? Trust us, you won’t be alone.


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Want your own set of Weck jars? We're giving away a gorgeous set of four Weck jars to one lucky reader!

To enter, simply sign up to our newsletter magazine, follow @youmediacreative on Instagram, and tag us using #YouNorthernBeaches alongside a photo of your current go-to cup. Whether it’s a beachside cold brew, your trusty Keep Cup, or a DIY matcha moment – we want to see you and what you’re sipping from.

Entries close August 1, 2025. Winner will be contacted via email and announced on our Instagram. Good luck, sippers!

 
 
 

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