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

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Some glass straws are a little thicker than your average straw so can feel uncomfortable in the mouth, and they can also clink against the teeth when drinking (although you could argue that this can be the case when drinking from a glass too). It’s for that reason that we liked these: although there is some variation in their sizes, on the whole, they’re much slimmer. The two metal parts, plus the silicone, can be pulled apart so that they pack down to fit into a silicone tube for easy transportation. Our judges liked the mouthfeel of these straws and their ability to be bendy or straight, but thought the bendiness was extreme to the point of looking a bit silly. For this, we looked at how transportable the straws were – did they collapse or fold down for easy transporation?

However, none of the silicone straws we tested made it into our review because we found them all to be too flimsy, floppy and rubbery – not qualities you want from a straw! They also feel hygienic as you can clearly see when they’re dirty, inside and out, and clean them with a brush, warm soapy water or, in some cases, in the dishwasher.There are a lot of metal straws on the market right now and you might be fooled into thinking that they’re all the same, but after testing several different brands, we found a surprising amount of variation. Most are made from food-grade stainless steel, which means they are not as susceptible to rust as other metals and won’t break – so will last a really long time. Plus, although many metal straws come with cleaning brushes and some are dishwasher safe, it's harder to tell if they are cleaner than a glass or clear plastic straw. If you haven't washed your straws and they have dried-on bits inside them then soak them first and then wash as before. The problem with bamboo is that, as it’s a natural material, the sizes of bamboo straws can vary, with many being too fat to be comfortable.

We tried several varieties of each material, using them to drink from varying glass sizes, and with different drinks. Not only do these straws have by far the best mouth-feel of all those we tested (in other words, they’re the right size, shape and feel in the mouth), they're also incredibly durable. The case is made from rust-proof aluminium, comes in a range of cool colours and has a keyring so you can attach it to your keys or bag, (hopefully) meaning you’ll never forget it. 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.A dishwasher would deteriorate these quickly, so it’s recommended to wash them by hand in hot soapy water.

A cleaning brush is included in the box, but the straw is also dishwasher safe and, at the end of its life, can be recycled. The benefits of silicone straws are that they’re long-lasting and could be used for both hot and cold drinks. 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. Although the feeling of using a glass straw takes a little getting used to, we came around to these for a number of reasons.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. They come close in thickness, length and general mouthfeel to standard straws, and some are usefully collapsible. 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. 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?

is just right – not too long, nor too short for your average glass – and the thickness is perfect too. The easiest reusable straws to clean are those that come with a special brush or are suitable for use in a dishwasher. If you're someone who can’t live without straws, there are plenty of more eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastic ones. Although we are all making an effort to reduce plastic in our lives, there are several pros of reusable straws made from hard plastic – they are extremely durable, don’t impart any ‘taste’ to the drink and have arguably the best mouthfeel. While lots of us are trying to cut down on plastic in general, reusable straws made from hard plastic are durable and can be recycled at the end of their lifespan.The pack contains three straight and three curved straws, plus a cotton cleaning brush, plus they're dishwasher safe. 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. Some users also complain of a slightly woody taste, and they don’t last as long as metal or plastic ones as they deteriorate after prolonged use.