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Our COBA Straws are made from natural sedge grass stems and are 100% biodegradable, which means they won’t linger in landfills, polluting our land or oceans. They are similar in feel and function to the plastic straws we’ve all become so accustomed to, but without the toxins and the damaging footprint on our earth. Unlike paper straws, COBA Straws are made from a renewable source, they are gluten-free and best of all, they don’t get soggy!
We offer a range of straws in varying diameters to fit your every beverage need, check out our chart below to determine what is the best choice for you or your business.
Why switch to COBA grass straws?
Made the traditional natural way that yields the highest quality, our biodegradable straws are sturdy, convenient in use that is a great alternative to bamboo straws or steel straws which need to be washed every time, much better than wheat hay straws which may be brittle and break, and much better than paper straws which are so quickly soggy. Let's see how COBA grass straws are different with other options:
Comparison between grass straws and other biodegradable straws on the market
How COBA Grass Straws Made?
We made the traditional natural way that yields the highest quality grass straws. Below is an infographic illustrated entire the process of making a natural grass straw from harvesting raw material to the final product.
We also walk through all the steps of how our grass straws are made in detail in this article. You may want to read through it here for more.
Usage & Warning
Naturally, grass straws are a wetland plant and are very strong and flexible. We dry the straws out 100% after harvest to extend the shelf life and ensure hygiene standards stay impeccable. Keep this in mind when using. The straw will excel when in contact with liquids, absorbing and getting stronger and then flexible with every sip.
COBA Grass Straws FAQs
Our COBA grass straws are made from 100% natural Lepironia grass which are harvested sustainably in the Mekong Delta in Vietnam and they are handmade with love & care by local rural farmers.
Nope, grass straws have a very mild and pleasant natural fragrance.
Grass straws can be put in both warm and icy cold beverages. Just try them in the way you like.
Yes, they do hold up in frozen drinks. They will be softer when being in the water and will hold up for hours.
You can try. Grass straws are mildly sweet and rich in fibers. Chewing them after eating helps clean your teeth and gum.
The grass grows naturally, and the straws are not treated with any chemical products or preservatives.
Our natural grass straws have been tested by SGS for Bacillus cereus, Clostridium perfringens, E.Coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Yeast and Mould to ensure they are safe in food/beverages. Though they are not certified gluten-free, they don't contain gluten since they are made from 100% natural sedge grass. Hope this helps.
These straws are intended for single-use at F&B. For individuals, we encourage you to reuse them. Rinse, dab with a clean towel or leave out to dry slightly and put them back in the fridge. We believe that you would not be willing to throw these straws away after just one single use.
No, please. These grass straws are intended for single-use at F&B. For individuals, we encourage you to reuse them. Rinse, dab with a clean towel or leave out to dry slightly and put them back in the fridge.
Grass straws decompose naturally. Please put them into compost or organic waste bins.
These straws are intended for single-use at F&B. For individuals, we encourage you to reuse them. Rinse, dab with a clean towel or leave out to dry slightly and put them back in the fridge. We believe that you would not be willing to throw these straws away after just one single use.