Plastic cups
0 kcal per 100 g
Category: Beverages
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 0 kcal |
| Protein | 0g |
| Carbohydrates | 0g |
| Total fats | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Plastic cups are disposable containers designed to hold cold or hot beverages on various occasions, such as gatherings, parties, or outdoor events. They are primarily made from plastic materials like polypropylene or polystyrene, which give them lightness and resistance.
The use of plastic cups has become popular worldwide due to their practicality and ease of transport. In the realm of cooking and recipe preparation, they are ideal for serving individual portions of smoothies, juices, cocktails, or desserts, facilitating presentation and consumption.
Origin: Plastic cups emerged as a modern alternative to traditional glass cups, seeking to offer a more economical and less fragile option. Their mass production began in the 1950s, and since then they have diversified in sizes, shapes, and types of plastic.
Properties:
- Lightness and ease of transport.
- Variety of sizes and designs according to culinary needs.
- Generally disposable, which facilitates cleaning.
- Some models are resistant to hot or cold temperatures.
Synonyms in Spanish from Latin America: Vasitos plásticos, vasos descartables, vasos desechables, copas de plástico.