PAPER STRAWS

Paper Straws – Eco-Friendly Drinking Straws in Cocktail, Regular & Jumbo Sizes

Our Paper Straws provide a strong, food-safe and environmentally responsible alternative to banned plastic straws across Australia. Manufactured from sustainably sourced, FSC-certified paper and food-grade inks, these straws are biodegradable, compostable and fully compliant with all state regulations.

Available in cocktail straws, regular drinking straws, jumbo paper straws (also known as thickshake straws) and super smoothie straws, this range offers reliable performance for cafés, bars, juice bars, food trucks, and high-volume hospitality venues.
Choose from solid colours, stripes, kraft, black, white, bamboo print, gingham, and mixed-colour cartons to match your branding or drink style.

Our multi-ply construction ensures exceptional durability in cold beverages — making these the preferred eco straws for milkshakes, iced drinks, cocktails and smoothies.

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Ideal Uses for Paper Straws in Food & Beverage Service

Paper straws are suitable for takeaway drinks, dine-in beverages, and premium presentation. Popular applications include:

Cold Drinks & General Service

• Smoothies, frappes & iced lattes
• Fresh juices & soft drinks
• Iced teas & sodas
• Lemonades and carbonated beverages

Specialty & Premium Drinks

• Milkshakes & thickshakes (jumbo straws)
• Bubble tea (super smoothie styles)
• Summer cocktails & mocktails
• Event and bar service

Hospitality & Retail Venues

• Cafés & juice bars
• Restaurants & bars
• Food trucks & festivals
• Cinemas, stadiums, school canteens

Whether you need a short cocktail paper straw for mixed drinks or XL smoothie straws for heavy blends, our range covers every type of cold beverage.

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Sustainability & Material Benefits

Our paper straws are produced using:

✔ FSC-Certified Paper

Responsibly sourced paper from managed forests.

✔ Food-Safe Inks & Adhesives

Non-toxic, water-based inks that are safe for food contact.

✔ Multi-Ply Paper Construction

2-ply and 3-ply options for stronger, longer-lasting performance.

✔ Biodegradable & Compostable

Break down naturally, supporting council and venue sustainability goals
(“biodegradable” used in marketing context; actual end-of-life behaviour depends on disposal conditions).

✔ Compliant Alternative to Banned Plastic Straws

Paper straws are now the required replacement for:

• plastic straws
• plastic smoothie straws
• plastic cocktail straws

This makes them an essential purchase for any business serving cold beverages in Australia.

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Performance & Durability in Hospitality

Engineered for strength, our paper straws stand up to the demands of busy service environments.

Key performance features

• Triple-ply strength for longer drink time without collapsing
• Smooth mouthfeel for comfortable sipping
• Tight spiral wrapping for rigidity in thick drinks
• Wide jumbo diameter for milkshakes and thickshakes
• Super smoothie straws designed for frozen drinks & bubble tea
• Cocktail straws ideal for bars and short-glass service

Unlike early-generation paper straws, our upgraded construction delivers excellent performance even in high-volume takeaway settings.

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Pair Paper Straws with these;

• PET Cold Drink Cups → For juices, smoothies & iced beverages
• Paper Milkshake Cups → Colourful options for shakes & thick beverages
• Eco Cutlery → Wooden spoons & drink stirrers
• Cups With Lids → Cold drink cup lids & dome lids
• Napkins & Wraps → For food wraps & meal presentation

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FAQs – Paper Straws

1. What are paper straws?

Paper straws are drinking straws made from FSC-certified multi-ply paper as an alternative to banned plastic straws in Australia.

2. Are paper straws biodegradable?

Yes, paper straws are biodegradable (general market term; actual breakdown depends on disposal conditions) and made from sustainably sourced paper.

3. Are paper straws compostable?

Yes. Paper straws are compostable and break down in commercial or home composting environments when clean and uncontaminated.

4. What types of paper straws are available?

Available types include cocktail straws, regular drinking straws, jumbo paper straws, thickshake straws, and super smoothie straws.

5. Do paper straws last in drinks?

Yes. Our multi-ply construction improves durability so paper straws maintain strength during normal drink service.

6. Are paper straws suitable for milkshakes and smoothies?

Yes. Jumbo and super smoothie paper straws are specifically designed for thick or frozen drinks.

7. Can paper straws be used instead of plastic straws?

Yes. Paper straws are the legal and compliant replacement for plastic straws in all Australian states where plastic bans apply.

8. Are paper straws safe for food and drink use?

Yes. They are manufactured using food-safe inks and adhesives approved for beverage contact.