Instants that demand respect. Compostable pods. High-altitude blends. And a myriad of related home-brew goodies that lift the senses with the familiar fragrant waft of a humble roasted bean: coffee.

Few things are as annoying as making a fresh cup of coffee in the morning and then forgetting about it after becoming immersed in your work. By the time you take a sip, it’s already cold. Smart mugs ...