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Cocktail straws, smoothie straws and mixed-colour paper straw lines may not always be in stock, so it is worth checking the individual product listing when planning a particular menu or event.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMatch the straw diameter to the drink\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoosing the right bore helps make drinks easier to serve and enjoy. For everyday chilled drinks, standard 6mm paper straws are a reliable option. They work well with water, soft drinks, juices, iced tea, iced coffee, cold brew, cocktails and canned drink service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 6mm paper straws:\u003c\/strong\u003e for lighter cold drinks including juice, soft drinks, iced coffee and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWider paper smoothie straws, where available:\u003c\/strong\u003e for thicker drinks such as smoothies, milkshakes, frappés and slush drinks. The larger bore helps reduce clogging and makes these drinks easier to drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail straws, where available:\u003c\/strong\u003e shorter straws for tumblers, short serves, mixed drinks and bar service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable stainless steel straws:\u003c\/strong\u003e a good option where drinks are served and collected on-site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStraw styles that suit your presentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraws can also support the look of your drinks service. Red and white striped paper straws are a natural fit for retro-style drinks, milkshakes, parties, events and casual cold drink menus. Bamboo-style paper straws give drinks a more natural appearance, making them a good choice for cafés, juice bars, food-to-go counters and hospitality areas. When stocked, black cocktail straws suit bars, restaurants and evening drinks service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePack sizes for day-to-day replenishment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaper straws in packs of \u003cstrong\u003e100 and 250\u003c\/strong\u003e are easy to store and put out as needed. They can work well for smaller cafés, bars, offices, catering teams, parties, events and seasonal menus without relying on single retail packs. If you have a busier cold drink counter or regular hospitality service, ordering multiple packs helps keep a supply close to hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere these straws are commonly used\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOffice kitchens and meeting hospitality\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep paper straws available for staff drinks, canteens, workplace drink stations and hospitality trays serving juices, soft drinks or iced beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCafés and coffee shops\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStock standard straws for iced coffee, cold brew, iced matcha, takeaway cold drinks, juices and soft drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBars and restaurants\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse standard paper straws for table service and mixed drinks, or choose shorter cocktail straws for appropriate glassware and short serves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eJuice bars, dessert counters and ice cream vans\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect the straw according to drink thickness for juices, smoothies, milkshakes, frappés, slush drinks, floats and iced desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEvents and temporary catering\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriped paper straws are easy to present at weddings, parties, corporate events, festivals and school events, while standard straws cover general cold drink service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanning a wider cold drinks setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection is focused on straws for cold drinks. If you are ordering supplies for takeaway or counter service, you may also need cold cups, slush cups, domed lids, hot cups, napkins, syrups, sauces and other foodservice disposables from elsewhere in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"biodegradable-bamboo-paper-straws-8inch-6mm-diameter-pack-of-100","title":"Biodegradable Bamboo Paper Straws 8inch - 6mm Diameter (Pack of 100)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBiodegradable Bamboo Paper Straws 8inch - 6mm Diameter (Pack of 100) provide a practical alternative to plastic straws for drinks service. 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