Best Golf Cooler Bag 2024

We take a look at the best golf cooler bags that are going to keep you hydrated and in good spirits

Best Golf Cooler Bag
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Most of us have to wait until we get to the halfway hut before we can treat ourselves to a cold one or, if you're lucky enough to live somewhere hot or play somewhere nice, then you might be fortunate to have someone coming round on a cart. Either way it's not always ideal if you fancy a few drinks. It's a lovely summer's day, you've left the car at home and you're out with your friends and fancy a drink but don't want to stuff an already over-full golf bag with a few cans. A) there's no room and b) your drinks are going to be warm by the time you crack them open.

Well, there is one solution that comes to mind and it comes in the form of one of the best golf accessories ever invented. Of course, we're talking about the golf cooler bag. These are a fantastic invention that can keep any drinks or snacks you want to take with you on the course cool. Likewise, cooler bags don't just have to be used when playing golf. They can also be used for picnics, days out at the beach, or even if you're heading out on a long hike. There are many different kinds of golf drinks coolers available on the market, each offering golfers with a portable, ergonomic way to keep your drinks and snacks cool on the course. Take a look at some of the best drinks coolers you can currently purchase in our list below. And if you're looking for a bag to carry them in, why not also check out our guides to the best golf stand bags, the best golf trolley bags and the best waterproof golf bags.

Best Golf Cooler Bag

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What to consider when purchasing a golf cooler bag

Golf drinks coolers are a very handy piece of equipment to have on the course. Particularly if you fancy a few beers during your round, carrying around a cooler with a few cans in it can certainly make your round more enjoyable. But what should you consider when purchasing a new golf drinks cooler bag? Take a look at our pointers below. 

1. Size

Different coolers come in different sizes, the majority of drinks coolers can house around six or seven cans, but you can buy smaller or even larger cooler bags as you will see on this list. Size in this case ultimately depends on your personal preferences. Are you going to be playing with a few friends and sharing a few drinks out during your round? Or are you going out alone and just want to take a can of soda with you during your round? Think carefully about your needs before you purchase your bag. 

2. Features

Similarly, what are you going to be storing in this bag and what features do you want it to have? Do you want extra pockets to house a couple of bottle openers? Or are you looking for a bag that can store snacks as well as drinks? These are all factors to consider when purchasing a golf cooler bag. 

3. How you're going to carry the bag

This is where you might want to consider the shape of the cooler bag. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes and that can alter how you carry each bag. Some are flat and can be tucked neatly into the larger pocket on your golf stand bag while others can be clipped onto the back of your electric push cart. Think about how you will carry the trolley and make your selection on that basis. 

4. Ease of access

No one likes faffing around on the golf course and as I'm sure you all know, equipment that makes your round much more efficient can help you have a much more enjoyable time on the golf course. Ultimately, you don't want to be faffing around trying to dig a can of soda or a beer out from your cooler that is tucked away at the bottom of your bag. For that reason, you're going to want to get a cooler that you can easily get access to, unzip and grab a cold one from. 

5. How easy the bag is to clean

Spillages happen. Particularly if you're on the course and are moving around a lot, there is a good chance that a drink can fizz up and explode in your bag. Sometimes it can be a nightmare cleaning fabric materials, so to avoid the pain of having to spend hours cleaning your cooler, get a cooler bag that can be cleaned easily. 

While you're in the market for a new cooler bag, why not check out some other golf accessories like the best golf watches, best golf rangefinders, or best golf mat.

FAQs

Can you store a cooler bag in your stand bag?

Yes, a lot of golf cooler bags are designed to be inserted inside your golf stand bag. Depending on the shape of the cooler, you can get drinks coolers that can be placed inside the larger pockets of your bag or even inside one of your club dividers.

Can you bring your own drinks on the golf course?

That depends on the club you're playing at. Some clubs can ban players from bringing alcohol or drinks on to the course, so it is best to check whether you are allowed to do so before turning up with a full cooler of drinks. 

How do you keep drinks cold inside a golf cooler bag?

Normally, most golf cooler bags are insulated so that if you put a cold drink inside a cooler bag, the bag will keep your drinks cool. 

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