Choosing Your Glass Straw Size

Choosing the right glass straw size for the right drink may seem like a daunting task, so we're here to simplify it.

There are only four things to consider

Diameter
Length
Straight or Bent
Decorated or Plain

Straw Diameter

Generally, the thicker the beverage, the bigger you want the inside diameter of your straw to be.

The 14mm Bubble Tea straws (10mm inside dimension) are very large, so unless you are a bubble tea drinker, you can cross this one off your list.

The 8mm Skinny straws (4mm inside dimension)

Great for hot drinks
Fits smoothly into the lid of a Starbucks reusable cup, and "to go" cups from your favourite coffee place
The Skinny straws are more delicate than our thicker straws, so only a few of our designs have this option

Mid-sized 9.5mm Regulars (5.5mm inside dimension)

Our most popular diameter
They are good for juice, soft drinks, water, and well-blended smoothies
They also fit into the lids that we have for sale under Accessories

The wider 12mm Smoothies (8mm inside dimension)

Perfect for smoothies, milkshakes and other icy drinks
We also recommend them for young children. They are more durable, and little hands find them easier to hold onto than the thinner straws.

Straw Length

Tip: Measure your drinking vessel, then add 1.5 - 2 inches

In choosing the length of your GlassSipper it may be helpful to know that most "disposable" plastic straws are 8-9 inches

6-7 inch Straws

for mugs, tea cups, wineglasses, kids cups, cocktails.

8 inch Straws

for soda pop cans, most standard bottles, most standard barware, mason jar mugs, 16 oz 'to-go' cups, 16 oz bottles.

9-10 inch Straws

for standard soda pop and beer bottles, Starbucks 'vente' 24 oz reusable or 'to-go' cups, large mason jars, 20 oz soda pop bottles, 24 oz bottles.

Straight or Bent

This is a personal preference. Many customers who can't decide at first, get one of each.

Customers with disabilities who have difficulty grasping their straw often prefer bent straws.

Both straight and bent straws clean easily in the dishwasher and under the tap.

Decorative or Plain

This too is a personal preference. We believe that even our plain straws have an elegant beauty, but choosing a GlassSipper with a design or critter will make drinking your beverage more fun, visually pleasing, and serve as a great conversation starter. The decorated straws can be a bit more fragile, so if you're worried about breakage, opt for a plain one for every day and travel and a decorated one to use on special occasions.

Most of our customers fall in love with their straws, and we believe you will too. GlassSippers make wonderful gifts for friends and family - and are great for our planet.

Choosing the Right Straw

Shipping and Returns

Each straw is handmade right here in Vancouver, BC. using the highest quality Czech glass. 100% Satisfaction guaranteed! Don't love your straws? Return them to us for a full return (less shipping charges). If one breaks, fill out our broken straw form and we'll send you a replacement code asap.

All orders are shipped from Canada. Orders are typically shipped within two business days

Expedited Shipping - typically arrives within 2 to 6 business days, includes tracking

Standard Shipping - typically arrives within 4 to 12 business days depending on location. Remote areas may take longer where you should allow up to 4 weeks for delivery. Does not include tracking

Untracked shipping means we are unable to track your order, therefore, allow 4 weeks for delivery. This is Canada’s snail mail so go easy on them.

We ship all of our straws in minimal packaging as possible. If any extra packaging is used, it’s been recycled from goods we’ve received.

Canada

Orders under $15
Standard Shipping - $5
Upgrade to Expedited - $10

Orders over $25
FREE Standard Shipping
Upgrade to Expedited - $10

Orders over $75
FREE Expedited Shipping

USA

Orders under $50
Standard Shipping - $8
Upgrade to Expedited - $10

Orders over $50
FREE Standard Shipping
Upgrade to Expedited - $10

Note we do not cover international customs fees, duties, or taxes

Worldwide (All orders outside Canada & US)

Orders under $100
Standard Shipping - $15

Orders over $100
FREE Standard Shipping