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Discovery Series – Seattle

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Discovery Series – Seattle is a mug for a city that began as a logging town in the 1850s, built on the strength of its forests and its access to Puget Sound. By the late 19th century, it had grown into a shipping hub and a gateway to the Alaskan Gold Rush. The Great Fire of 1889 nearly wiped it out, but the city rebuilt fast, stronger and smarter. In the 20th century, Seattle became known for airplanes, coffee, and music – symbols that still define it today.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Kansas

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The review of the ornament won’t be complete without the review of its bigger sibling – Discovery Series – Kansas

Kansas stretches wide under an endless sky, where the horizon glows gold with wheat fields and prairie grass. Known as the Sunflower State, it’s a place shaped by hard work, open land, and resilient people. From its small towns to its capital in Topeka, Kansas has always balanced simplicity with strength. It’s where the past meets the plains – steady, grounded, and full of quiet pride.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Kansas City

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Discovery Series – Kansas City joins the earlier release of the ornament for the same city. I mentioned the following symbols from the design of the ornament in the previous post: Kansas City Jazz, Love Lock Bridge, Kansas City Union Station and The 18th and Vine District. Let’s see what other symbols and landmarks the bigger mug showcases.

Kansas City’s story begins in the early 1800s along the banks of the Missouri River, where traders and settlers built a small frontier outpost.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Vancouver

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Discovery Series Ornament – Vancouver is the third, but not the last, mini mug from British Columbia that I’m adding to my collection. Stay tuned for at least three more releases expected soon.

Vancouver’s history begins long before it became a modern metropolis. The land was originally home to the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, whose deep connection to the coast still defines the region’s identity. European settlers arrived in the 1800s, drawn by the timber trade and the promise of the Pacific.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Missouri

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Let’s see which symbols and landmarks creators were able to incorporate in the design of the Discovery Series – Missouri. Please note, I will skip those I mentioned in the review of the ornament.

– Meramec Caverns, located near Stanton, is one of Missouri’s most famous natural wonders. These stunning limestone caves stretch for miles beneath the Ozark hills, offering guided tours through chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites. The caverns have even been linked to the outlaw Jesse James, adding a touch of mystery to their breathtaking beauty.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Nevada

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We’ve seen the release of the ornament earlier; here is the bigger mug, Discovery Series Nevada. Apart from the Mountain Bluebird, Sagebrush, Lake Tahoe, Entertainment and gaming, designers were able to incorporate more symbols of the state in this release:

– Fly Geyser is one of Nevada’s most surreal natural wonders, located in the Black Rock Desert. Formed accidentally in the 1960s when a geothermal well was drilled, the geyser began spewing mineral-rich water that created colorful terraces over time.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Kansas City

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Discovery Series Ornament – Kansas City is the release for a vibrant heartland metropolis that straddles the border between Missouri and Kansas. Founded in the 1830s as a river port along the Missouri River, the city quickly grew into a center for commerce, transportation, and culture. Its rich history includes the rise of jazz music, the development of world-famous barbecue, and a reputation for warm Midwestern hospitality. Today, Kansas City blends its historic charm with modern innovation, offering visitors and residents a unique mix of tradition and creativity.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Missouri

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Along with the ornament from the neighbouring state, I picked up this beautiful Discovery Series Ornament Missouri. I really like how the shades of blue stand out in the design; they make it especially eye-catching. Do you agree?

Missouri, “The Show-Me State”, became the 24th state in 1821 as part of the Missouri Compromise, which tried to balance slave and free states in the growing Union. Before statehood, it was home to Native American tribes such as the Osage and Missouria and later became a major point of westward expansion.… Read more

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Discovery Series Ornament – Kansas

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Discovery Series Ornament – Kansas is the latest addition to my collection.

Kansas became the 34th state to join the Union on January 29, 1861. Various Native American tribes had long inhabited the region before European settlers arrived via trails such as the Oregon and Santa Fe. It was at the center of national conflict over slavery in the 1850s, earning the nickname “Bleeding Kansas.” Over time, the state’s rich soil and climate made it a powerhouse of agriculture, transforming its economy and identity.… Read more

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Discovery Series – Detroit

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Here is the quick review of the design of the Starbucks Discovery Series Detroit mug.

The Detroit skyline is depicted alongside the Ambassador Bridge, a vital link connecting the United States and Canada. The bridge is one of the busiest international crossings in North America, symbolizing Detroit’s role in trade and commerce. The view of the skyline captures the mix of historic and modern architecture that defines the city.

– Bowling pins and a ball represent Detroit’s strong connection to recreational sports.… Read more

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