NOVELTY PLACE Drinking Helmet - Can Holder Drinker Hat Cap with Straw for Beer and Soda - Party Fun

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The most common gripes with metal straws are that they can impart a metallic taste on drinks, can clink against the teeth and, as metal is extremely heat conductive, you can't use them with hot drinks. For a start, they’re hardy and can be reused and washed plenty of times, but the best part is that, when you do finally want to get rid of them, they're biodegradable. Plus, bamboo doesn’t transfer heat as much as metal or glass straws, so they can be used for hot and cold drinks.

Made from 100 per cent organic bamboo from sustainably managed forests, they tick the eco-friendly box.Despite not being labelled as dishwasher safe, Lulu frequently washes hers in the dishwasher and they’ve stood the test of time. If you find a variety that's dishwasher safe and can be recycled at the end of its life, then we think it’s one of the best choices. For a straw to be truly sustainable, it should not only be made as sustainability as possible in the first place, but should also be able to be recycled or composted at the end of its life.

You might assume that a reusable straw is a better option for the environment than a single-use plastic one, but what about when you eventually want to stop using it? The stainless steel, retractable straw is just 8cm when not extended, and fits neatly inside its little case. If you're someone who can’t live without straws, there are plenty of more eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastic ones. We looked at whether the straws come with a cleaning brush and how effective it was, as well as the general cleaning instructions, for example are they hand-wash only or dishwasher safe. The easiest reusable straws to clean are those that come with a special brush or are suitable for use in a dishwasher.We know the alarm bells might be ringing and yes these are made of plastic, the very thing we are trying to avoid, but hear us out. However, although it seems to tick a lot of boxes, there’s no denying that the mouthfeel of this straw isn’t as good as others. If you haven't washed your straws and they have dried-on bits inside them then soak them first and then wash as before. However, Lulu notes that at 23cm, they’re long, which could cause problems at children’s parties with small cups (they’d easily get knocked out), so are better for use in taller glasses. Our testing panel also liked the slight, but not drastic bend, and the slightly ridged surface at the point where the straw meets the glass, meaning it doesn’t slip around in the glass as much as others do.