Starbucks Reusable Cold Cup with Straw

Starbucks reusable plastic cups and tumblers are staple accessories in the brand's global sustainability initiative. Originally established in 1971 at Seattle's Pike Place Market by Jerry Baldwin, Zev Siegl, and Gordon Bowker, Starbucks evolved from a local coffee bean retailer into a global coffee powerhouse under the leadership of Howard Schultz, who purchased the company in 1987.

While the brand's coffee technology and product design are conceptualized at its headquarters in Seattle, Washington, the manufacturing of its reusable plastic drinkware, such as the Venti-sized cold cups with straws, occurs primarily in China. These items are typically made from BPA-free polypropylene plastic. However, in recent years, Starbucks has diversified its production for specific regions; for example, certain 'Circular Cups' and eco-friendly lids are manufactured in the United Kingdom (Wales and Cornwall) using recycled materials. Ownership of the brand remains with the Starbucks Corporation, which continues to trade publicly on the NASDAQ and is led by CEO Brian Niccol as of 2026.