Utopia American Hiball Glasses 290ml CA Stamped (Pack of 36)
Product Description
These Utopia American hiball glasses are made from polycarbonate rather than conventional glass. They hold 290ml and carry the CA stamp, meaning they meet the required safety and quality standards...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 29Ltr | 1020¾oz
- Diameter
- 77
- Dimensions
- 119(H) x 77(Ø)mm | 4¾(H)" x 3(Ø)"
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Product Description
These Utopia American hiball glasses are made from polycarbonate rather than conventional glass. They hold 290ml and carry the CA stamp, meaning they meet the required safety and quality standards for use in licensed premises across the UK. The classic hiball shape makes them a straightforward like-for-like substitute for traditional glassware in most service settings.
In practice, polycarbonate drinkware earns its place in environments where breakage is a genuine operational concern — outdoor terraces, festival bars, pool areas, sports venues, and late-night venues where glassware is restricted or simply not practical. The material is resistant to breakage, chipping, and staining, which reduces replacement costs and the risk of glass contamination during service. That said, polycarbonate does scratch over time and can develop a cloudy appearance with heavy use, so it is worth factoring in a regular replacement cycle.
Key practical advantages for operators include:
- CA stamped for use in licensed premises
- Glasswasher safe for straightforward turnaround during service
- Break and chip resistant, reducing wastage and contamination risk
- Stain resistant, maintaining a cleaner appearance over time
- Supplied in a pack of 36, suited to stocking a bar float efficiently
No special storage arrangements are needed beyond standard bar or cellar racking. Being lightweight, these are easier to handle in volume than glass equivalents, which can be useful during busy service or when staff are clearing large outdoor areas.
These glasses are well suited to bars, pubs, outdoor hospitality, and event catering where polycarbonate is preferred or required. If your venue operates a higher-volume float or needs a larger format glass, there are alternative sizes and pack quantities worth considering.
If you are unsure whether polycarbonate is the right choice for your operation, or need help working out the right quantity for your service, feel free to get in touch with the team.
Key Features
- Polycarbonate construction resistant to breakage, chipping, and staining
- CA stamped and compliant for use in UK licensed premises
- Glasswasher safe for efficient turnaround during busy service
- 290ml capacity in a classic American hiball profile
- Supplied as a pack of 36 for practical bar float stocking
Operational Benefits
- Reduces glass contamination risk in high-footfall or outdoor environments
- Lower replacement costs compared with conventional glassware over time
- Glasswasher compatibility speeds up turnaround between service rounds
- CA stamp ensures compliance in licensed venues without additional checks
- Lightweight handling reduces strain during high-volume clearing and service
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 36
- Capacity
- 29Ltr | 1020¾oz
- Diameter
- 77
- Dimensions
- 119(H) x 77(Ø)mm | 4¾(H)" x 3(Ø)"
- Dishwasher safe
- No
- Material
- Polycarbonate
- Microwave safe
- No
- Oven proof
- No
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. These glasses carry the CA stamp, which confirms they meet UK safety and quality standards for use in licensed premises. They are commonly specified for venues operating a no-glass policy, such as outdoor areas, late-night venues, and event spaces.
- Polycarbonate is glasswasher safe and handles daily machine washing well in commercial settings. Over time and with heavy use, surface scratching and some cloudiness is normal with polycarbonate drinkware, so building a routine replacement cycle into your stock management is worth considering.
- For a smaller venue or as a supplementary outdoor float, 36 glasses is a practical starting point. Higher-volume bars, event caterers, or venues running multiple service areas are likely to need additional packs — it is worth calculating your peak float requirement before ordering to avoid running short during service.