Aardvark 61500210 Unwrapped Paper Giant Drinking Straw, 9/32" Diameter x 7-3/4" Length, White (8 Boxes of 350)
My Account Quick Links There are several different sizes of drinking straws. From smallest to largest, the straw sizes are classified as school milk, jumbo, super jumbo, giant, boba, and colossal. Each has a different diameter, which means they are all used for drinking different beverages. For example, colossal straws are extra large beverage straws that are best for thicker drinks like smoothies, milkshakes, bubble tea , or slushies, whereas school milk straws are much shorter in length, smaller in diameter, and are best for use with milk and juice cartons or kids' drinks. We've listed the diameters below for each straw size. For reference, the standard drinking straw diameter is 0.25". 1. School Milk Straws: 0.13" Diameter 2. Jumbo Straws: 0.219" Diameter 3. Super Jumbo Straws: 0.25" Diameter 4. Giant Straws: 0.296" Diameter 5. Boba Straws: 0.375" Diameter 6. Colossal Straws: 0.47" Diameter School Milk Straws Super Jumbo Straws Colossal Straws It is estimated that Americans alone use around 500 million single-use plastic straws a day. As a result, straw bans have been enacted across the United State in an effort to reduce ocean pollution. Replacing plastic straws with eco-friendly alternatives is a simple, cost-effective way to go green in your restaurant . Some plastic straw alternatives include: Environmentally friendly straws have increased in demand since the rise of straw bans around the globe. Several cities in the states of New York, Washington, New Jersey, Florida, Hawaii, and California have already established, or are in the process of establishing, a ban on the use of plastic straws in local businesses. In addition, some states, such as Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Montana, New Jersey, Oregon, and Rhode Island, are considering asking restaurants to only give plastic straws to those who ask for one. If you own a bar or restaurant that regularly serves cocktails, you may find yourself in need of mixed drink stirrers so customers can stir drinks and keep them from settling and separating. Whether you own a restaurant, bar, smoothie shop, or cafe, straws are an essential part of your drink service. There are various features and styles to look for when choosing the right straws for your establishment. The final step in choosing the straws for you bar or restaurant is selecting the proper dispenser to house them safely. Straw dispensers make sure that sanitation is always a priority, keeping dust and bacteria away from straws while they are in storage. Here are just some of the types of straw dispensers you can choose from to meet your establishment's needs. Wrapped Straw Dispensers Allow for wrapped straws to descend easily out of the dispenser Unwrapped Straw Dispensers Dispense one unwrapped straw at a time to keep the others sanitary Double Sided Dispensers Provides access to straws from either side of a cafeteria line Single Sided Dispensers Perfect for setting on individual tables Cylinder-Shaped Dispensers Nostalgic look is perfect for diners or ice cream shops Combination Dispensers Beverage supplies organizers are ideal for self-service counters Back to Top Related Resources January 2025 WebstaurantStore Coupon Code The new year is upon us, and to celebrate you can find amazing deals all January long! This month, you'll find incredible prices on items like baking ingredients, disposable takeout supplies, storage equipment, and much more! Take a look at our selection of sale items below and don't forget to enter the code SNOW25 at checkout to enjoy savings of up to 20%! 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