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- Glass drinkware is sturdy and beautiful, but it's not always practical for large or outdoor parties, and some outdoor venues such as parks and campsites prohibit glass drinkware.
- Tossware makes plastic drinkware that looks as nice as glass versions but is more durable, affordable, stackable, and convenient to use.
- I tested Tossware's 14-ounce Vino stemless wine glasses ($12.99/12-pack) and loved how easy they were to use.
- They were lightweight yet strong, and they looked much more elegant than a regular plastic cup but less wasteful because they're reusable and recyclable.
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Tossware 14-ounce Vino Stemless Wine Glasses (12-pack) Check price at Amazon Check price at Bed Bath & Beyond 
Tossware 14-ounce Vino Stemmed Wine Glasses (48-pack) Check price at Amazon Check price at Walmart As I rushed indoors carrying four stemless wine glasses to escape an unexpected thunderstorm, I thought to myself, "I'm so glad these aren't glass." My roommates and I were having a wine night on our rooftop when an ominous patch of dark clouds rolled in to crash the party.
The night was somewhat salvaged, though, because our drinkware emerged unscathed. The wine glasses were from Tossware, a plastic drinkware company that makes products exactly suited to these types of casual gatherings — and the very real mishaps that can come with them.
Why you should buy Tossware drinkware
While drinkware made from glass is sturdy and looks elegant, it's not always the practical choice, especially for large or outdoor parties.
Using plastic cups like red Solo cups feels too "college frat party," but there is something to be said about the durability, affordability, and "disposability" of plastic. Tossware turns a traditionally cheap-looking material into a classy piece of drinkware that you don't have to worry about breaking and causing a mess.
The company makes wine glasses (stemmed and stemless), Champagne flutes (stemmed and stemless), cups for spirits and cocktails, and even mason jars from crystal-clear, BPA-free, and 100% recyclable plastic. I tested the stemless wine glasses and mason jars, while an editor at Insider Reviews personally bought the stemless Champagne flutes and wine glasses several years ago for a house party and still uses it regularly four years later. They've got minor scratches due to being used and washed, but they still look quite new and none have broken or even chipped.
What's cool about Tossware is not only that the cups look and feel nice. They also feature a patented interlocking bottom that lets you stack pieces on top of each other. This smart design means you can carry more than one drink in one hand, and it saves room in your cabinets.
What it's like to drink from Tossware glasses
I tried its 14-ounce Vino stemless wine glasses and loved how easy they were to use. They're light, but they're still strong and durable, which I confirmed after many squeezes and drops of the cups.
They have a smooth, thin rim that doesn't get in the way of the drinking experience. When you're down to the very last drop, you can recycle the glasses, or, as I did, you can also just hand-wash them and use them next time.
If you look at the cups closely, you can tell they're not glass, but the appearance comes pretty close. They're clearly a step up from regular plastic or paper cups. All in all, they're a sophisticated alternative when glass isn't practical, or as in the case of outdoor venues like parks, beaches, and campsites, when glass is strictly prohibited.
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If you decide to stack them while the cups still contain liquid, my recommendation is not to fill them fully. Once locked, the cups fit pretty tightly and you might spill its contents if you're too aggressive with your handling.
This interlocking is what allowed me to quickly transport all our glasses out of the storm and keep my kitchen cabinets organized. If I leave the tall stack of cups on our dining table, which our cat frequently roams on, it's not a big deal if she knocks them over since they're just made from plastic.
The next time you're hosting a large party or enjoying a drink outdoors, don't worry about taking out your nice glassware. Tossware's cups look just as good but are much more practical.
Tossware 14-ounce Vino Stemless Wine Glasses (12-pack) Check price at Amazon Check price at Bed Bath & Beyond Tossware 14-ounce Vino Stemmed Wine Glasses (48-pack) Check price at Amazon Check price at Walmart 
Connie Chen Connie Chen is a former senior reporter on the Insider Reviews team, where she led coverage of home textiles, home entertaining, and food and drink. While at Insider, she specialized in all the things that enhance life at home, from the most comfortable bed sheets and fluffy pillows to cool online wine clubs and bartender-approved cocktail shakers. She combined rigorous testing methods, conversations with professionals, and active knowledge of the home and kitchen space to help readers get the most out of their money. When she's not changing duvet covers or washing towels twice a day for articles, she loves talking about and trying the newest snacks, drinks, and food gifts. You can see more of her testing process and other behind-the-scenes of being a product journalist on her Instagram @connayreviews. Connie joined Insider Reviews as an early member in 2017 and has also reported on products and services in the style, tech, fitness, travel, and e-learning spaces, with a particular interest and expertise in emerging startups. She has represented the team at CES and moderated panels on media business and the future of retail. Connie graduated from UC Berkeley with degrees in media studies and business administration, which help inform her perspective on and coverage of industry trends, as well as the competitive e-commerce landscape at large. Read some of her work: The 4 best cocktail shakers in 2021 The 7 best women's bathrobes in 2021 The 5 best wine openers and corkscrews we tested in 2021 The 5 best bed sheets we tested in 2021 The 5 best cordless vacuums we tested in 2021 12 direct-to-consumer kitchen startups that are changing the way we shop for cookware and knives 8 tableware startups changing the way we shop for dishes Even chefs experience cooking burnout — here's how they get re-inspired in the kitchen How businesses create successful virtual experiences 50 cookbooks from famous restaurants across the US that will help you recreate their best dishes at home Learn more about how our team of experts tests and reviews products at Insider here. Learn more about how we test kitchen products. Read more Read lessYou can purchase logo and accolade licensing to this story here.
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