The clinking of glass on ice will soon give way to the stirring of a steamy Latte… Another season is slowly slipping by as Glass Dharma continues expansion of sales, product line and the preparation for
Bamboo cases for glass straws are a best seller. They are made of natural bamboo poles using the natural joint of the bamboo for the bottom of the case and a cork stopper for the top. These hard cases carry your glass straws in your backpack, picnic basket or your purse safely, no matter how rugged a road they may travel. No longer is there any risk for our customers to pack their favorite Glass Dharma straw on their next hike, day at the beach or family picnic.
Bamboo is naturally hard and protective, yet extremely lightweight so you will not even notice the extra weight amongst your belongings. Bamboo’s natural properties resist mold, mildew and bacteria, so you know your straw will stay clean. The rapid growth of Bamboo ensures it can be cut and re-grown over and over, making it one of the most sustainable and renewable resources we have. Bamboo cases are available in four sizes. Each case is uniquely handmade for the best possible fit of each different style of straw. The look and exact size of each case will vary due to the natural growth characteristics of bamboo.
The first reusable Glass Bubble Tea Straw, another new product, is finally here! Designed specifically with “Boba” beverages in mind, this straw provides the proper function for the unique experience of tasting, sipping and chewing… all at the same time. The Bubble Tea Straw diameter (14mm) is the exact size needed for tapioca pearls to slide easily through the straw. Since Bubble Tea drinks do require a straw, many“disposable” plastic straws will not find their way into garbage piles and oceans!
On the opposite side of the straw size spectrum, Glass Dharma continues strong sales of our “Sippers”, a popular size for slow sipping and frequently used for shorter glassware and stemware. This design, created for serious coffee and tea sipping as well as the wine and cocktail venue, is available in “simple elegance” and “decorative dots” styles. The demand continually increases for these little straws with the thick wall design. Though the sipper may appear dainty, quality and durability are not sacrificed.
The Glass Dharma email inboxes are frequently stuffed with response expressing gratitude for the design and function of our products. Emails repeatedly express confidence in the quality and durability of Glass Dharma straws that are used daily by family members young and old. First thoughts of “breakage fear” are quickly put to rest once the Glass Dharma straws are personally “tested”.
This summer the Glass Dharma Design Team decided to take “another sip” and expand the line to include the Shorty - Short straws for short glasses (great for those short people we call kids, too!). The Shorty keeps the same Glass Dharma integrity standards and offers a choice of two new diameters - 9.5mm and 12mm to customize your sipping preferences. We know the Shorty will mean more cocktail delights (cheers!) and more kid users (hurray!). At 6.25” long, the new Shorty is the perfect length for those smaller glasses and cups. The “Shorty” is a great choice for:
- Kids
- Blended drinks (think Margaritas and Strawberry Daiquiris)
- Coffees and teas
- Vegetable juices
- Any drink that calls for a smaller glass or cup
Worldwide sales continually increase as our Glass Dharma community grows. Many of our “Made in USA
If you find yourself in the company of David Leonhardt (Founder/Owner), the staff at Glass Dharma will advise you to keep mindful of certain phrases that may slip forth from your lips. David will return a question to those that absentmindedly utter the phrase “Throw it away”. With an intently quizzical expression, he will quietly ask you, “Where is ‘away’…?”
