Many smoothie bars use disposable cups due to its convenience, low cost and the fact that smoothie looks so good in the clear cup. Products like these are perfect for carry-out orders. However, these disposables cups are used just once and then thrown away, creating a large amount of harmful waste. Actually tons of plastic cups end up in landfills every year. Unfortunately, products like these do not break down until hundreds of years later. Therefore, it becomes very important to commit to environmentally friendly products and habits.

Today there are many alternatives for replacing the typical plastic cup and these are the green disposables, also know as bioplastics. Fabricated mainly from corn, sugarcane, potatoes and other renewable vegetable matter, these products can be commercially composted or thrown away to naturally break down in landfills in a matter of months. Biodegradable properties of bioplastics surpass those of regular plastic. Despite their ability to break down easily, they are unexpectedly durable and able to stand up to the same use as any comparable plastic cup. They will easily replace any conventional disposable cup you currently use for your smoothie business needs without compromising the quality.

Because these bioplastic cups are so new to the market, they cost a bit more than conventional disposable cups. However, the increase in cost shouldn’t be a minor setback when you consider how green your smoothie bar can be. Your brand image can change positively and even increase your profits by attracting environmentally minded customers.