I bought a Snow Peak titanium 450 ml mug yesterday with the intention of using it to replace both a pot and a cup. However, after washing it I took two sips of water from it and had the most disgusting metal taste in my mouth for the next twelve hours. I tried cleaning my teeth, using mouthwash, eating, drinking - even chocolate, but nothing would get rid if the taste.
I washed it several times, scrubbing it hard with detergent and a brush. I boiled it for two hours in a big pot and washed it again. It's better than it was, but just licking the side of the cup still tastes bad. The bad taste seems to intensify over an hour or so, and last all day. When the cup dries it's kind of blotchy looking, and water beads on it like it's been waxed.
Has anyone else had similar experiences? Any suggestions other than taking it back for a refund?