Utopia has launched a range of cutlery and drinking straws made from agave, providing a sustainable and practical alternative to single use plastics.
The range is developed in collaboration with Greenprint, a Mexican company that specialises in creating environmentally friendly products designed for use in hospitality settings that require single use items.Â
Agave is a plant used in the production of drinks like Tequila. Greenprint takes the fibrous waste products from this process and uses it to create what is described as “sturdy and stylish items” that are fully biodegradable and free from chemicals such as BPAs and PFAS.
Utopia’s Agave collection includes a knife, fork, spoon and teaspoon, as well as drinking straws. Each of the cutlery items features a mottled texture with hints of the original structure of the agave plant. The drinking straws are available in natural and black colourways in a variety of different lengths and diameters including a large version ideal for use with bubble tea. Pre-wrapped straws are also available for self-service or takeaway.
The hard-wearing nature of agave fibres allows it to be made into durable, strong cutlery items that can easily cope with their tasks, and straws that won’t go soggy in drinks. Furthermore, agave leaves have natural antiseptic properties helping to ensure it is safe and hygienic to use.
As they are made from natural organic materials, the Agave range is biodegradable. The cutlery and straws will fully decompose within 1-3 years in a biologically active landfill, which means they can be disposed of in standard waste without any specialist treatment beforehand.
Utopia 01246 858800 www.utopia-tableware.com
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