Glasses

Glasses for the Food Service Industry, Parties, and Events

Glasses are shatterproof plastic drinking vessels used as a lightweight, unbreakable alternative to traditional glassware. They are used in situations where conventional glass poses a risk or would be too heavy and unwieldy, such as at festivals, in the garden, by the pool, or at larger private and commercial events.

Within the tableware category, they are classified as drinking vessels for cold beverages and complement the range of disposable and reusable solutions for the food service and event industries.

Features and Benefits of Glasses

The glasses in the product line vary in material, capacity, and package size, thereby covering a wide range of applications—from individual reusable sets to bulk packages for events.

Typical features:

• Made exclusively of plastic, making them shatterproof
• Made of PP, PS, or PLA, depending on the model
• Capacity ranging from approximately 130 ml to 500 ml
• Available as single-pack or bulk packs containing up to several hundred pieces
• Some models are designed for reusable use, others for single-use
• Transparent design that showcases the beverage

Which model is suitable in each specific case depends on whether you’re looking for a reusable solution for regular use or need a larger quantity for a single event.

Which glasses are best suited for which applications?

For long drinks at private parties, the Starpak 10 reusable long-drink glasses are ideal. According to the product description, they are reusable and available in two sizes, making them a more sustainable alternative to disposable cups.

For festivals and open-air events, the Transparent PP beer glass, sold in the FESTIVAL beer glass pack, is a good choice. According to the product description, it is made of sturdy polypropylene and is shatterproof, making it suitable for outdoor use.

The Tourmaline drinking glass (Transparent PS) is ideal for everyday use at home or in the foodservice industry. According to the product description, it is made of durable PS material and is available in a convenient pack of 40, allowing you to meet larger demands all at once.

What should you look for when buying glasses?

The key factor is the intended use: Do you need a small, reusable set for personal use, or a large quantity for a single event with many guests? The product range covers both, from a pack of 10 to bulk packs containing several hundred pieces.

The desired capacity also plays a role—long drinks and beer require larger volumes than wine or champagne. Then there’s the material: PP glasses are particularly shatter-resistant and suitable for outdoor use, while PS glasses have a higher-quality appearance thanks to their clear look.

If sustainability is important to you, look specifically for reusable options or models made from PLA, a bio-based plastic that’s also available in our product range.

Reusable or disposable—which option is right for you?

Reusable glasses, such as the Starpak model for long drinks, are designed for multiple uses and are suitable for regular use at home, at a club, or at recurring events. This saves on packaging material in the long run and eliminates the need to repurchase them after each use.

Disposable or bulk packs, such as those available in the product range for drinking glasses, wine glasses, and champagne glasses, are designed for one-time or short-term use at larger events where washing between uses isn’t possible.

Neither option is inherently better—the choice depends on whether a small quantity is needed for long-term use or a larger quantity is required for a single occasion.

Usage and Instructions for Glasses

Plastic glasses should be rinsed before first use. Reusable models can be washed by hand or in the dishwasher, depending on the model; specific instructions can be found in the respective product description.

For disposable versions and bulk packs, it is recommended to roughly estimate the required quantity in advance to avoid having to reorder during an ongoing event.

For storage: Keep in a dry place and protect from direct sunlight to preserve the material and transparency.

Matching Accessories for Glasses

• Schnapps glasses
• Straws
• Plastic cups

Schnapps glasses are a great complementary option for smaller portions of spirits when shots are to be served alongside regular glasses. Straws round out the beverage setup, for example, for long drinks or cocktails. Plastic cups are available as an even more durable, dimensionally stable alternative when a classic cup is preferred over a glass-like drinking vessel.