Drinkware

Glasses, mugs and bottles that keep plastic away from your drink and your mouth.

We favor glass and stainless steel, and assess ceramic glazes for food use.  Lids, straws and spouts must meet the same standard as the vessel; a steel bottle with a plastic drinking spout is not enough.  Silicone seals are allowed, with their location identified on the product listing.

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La Rochère Bee Glass Champagne Flutes — 5.1 oz, Set of 6 La Rochère Bee Glass Champagne Flutes — 5.1 oz, Set of 6 GLASS Why we recommend it: A solid glass stem and base make these reusable flutes an alternative to plastic party drinkware.  The bee motif is molded into the glass, not painted onto the rim.  Made in France, with glass the manufacturer identifies as lead- and cadmium-free.  Use for sparkling water or other celebratory drinks, and handle carefully: pressed glass can still chip or break. Materials: pressed glass $66.66★ 4.7 · 500+ ratings View on Amazon
HF Coors American Modern 10 oz Latte Cups — Set of 4, Matte White HF Coors American Modern 10 oz Latte Cups — Set of 4, Matte White CERAMICUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: These compact, stackable cups hold coffee or tea against glazed ceramic, with no plastic liner.  HF Coors makes them in Tucson and reports annual independent lead and cadmium testing of its dinnerware.  The matte-white glaze is identified by the maker as cadmium-free, and the cups are dishwasher- and microwave-safe. Materials: vitrified ceramic · matte white glaze $71.00 View product

What we avoid

These are category-level exclusions when materials or treatments are disclosed.  Each product card explains why we recommend it and lists the disclosed materials.

Leaded glass & glazes Cadmium pigments Plastic-lined vessels Nonstick coatings

Common questions

Why review the lid on a stainless-steel bottle?

The lid, straw, and spout may be the parts that touch both the drink and the mouth.  We identify those materials separately instead of treating a stainless bottle body as proof that every contact surface is metal.

Where does silicone fit?

Named food-contact silicone can be practical for gaskets, seals, straws, and protective sleeves.  We still want the maker to identify its location and use instructions, especially for hot liquids and replacement parts.