#mug — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 180.3M total posts and 12.8K new posts daily, #mug is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 785 likes and 27 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #mug

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#coffee	180.3M	12.8K	785	100	51
#handmade	387.4M	43.9K	792	100	40
#ceramics	24.1M	4.3K	1.4K	100	50
#pottery	19.8M	3.8K	1.2K	100	53
#mugs	4.0M	506	874	100	38

Related Hashtags to #mug

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#gift	88.8M	13.9K	931	100	58
#cup	7.4M	440	3.7K	100	65
#art	1.1B	96.4K	1.1K	100	42
#coffeemug	3.6M	108	2.1K	100	66
#love	2.1B	196.4K	2.3K	100	51

Similar Hashtags to #mug

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#gainwithmugweru	12.3M	475	1.4K	100	61
#mugs	4.0M	506	874	100	38
#coffeemug	3.6M	108	2.1K	100	66
#gainwithwestandmugweru	3.9M	1.3K	1.1K	100	50
#mugiwara	1.4M	152	2.5K	100	49

Hashtag Cloud

#tea #giftideas #ceramic #smallbusiness #coffeelover #design #gifts #coffeetime #clay #homedecor #tshirt #ceramicart #tumbler #cafe #ceramicmug #christmas #artist #instagood #fyp #decor #explore #home #custom #starbucks #teatime #etsy #coffeelovers #drink #coffeecup #cups #printing #instagram #coffeeaddict #fashion #supportsmallbusiness #sublimation #cute #tableware #coffeeholic #viral #customized #souvenir #coffeemugs #handmadeceramics #wheelthrown #potterylove #mugshot #stoneware #trending #artwork #kitchen #print #clayart #personalizedgifts #starbuckstumbler #reels #handmadepottery #flowers #birthday #shopping #vintage #potterystudio #teacup #totebag #giftshop #hot #coffeegram #tshirts #bowl #pillow #craft #starbuckscoffee #tasse #mugsofinstagram #keychain #glaze #tealover #ceramica #poster #etsyshop #style #explorepage #muglife #caffeine #shopsmall #decoration #keramik #handmademug #starbuckscups #halloween

How to Use #mug on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #mug has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #mug alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #mug with #gift, #cup, #art for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #mug on Instagram?

#mug has 180.3M total posts on Instagram with approximately 12.8K new posts added daily. The average post using #mug receives 785 likes and 27 comments.

Is #mug a good hashtag to use?

#mug has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 51/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #mug?

The best hashtags to use with #mug include: #gift, #cup, #art, #coffeemug, #love. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

Get deeper insights with IQHashtags

AI-powered hashtag research, analytics, and content planning.

Start Free Trial