Better alternatives to Plastic Coffee Stir Sticks

Plastic stirrers are used for seconds and then become permanent waste, often slipping through recycling systems. A reusable spoon or stirrer is a tiny change that removes thousands of throwaways over time.

Quick comparison

Alternative	Eco Score	Why it's better	Link
Reusable Stainless Steel Coffee Spoon	9/10	Durable, easy to clean, always available at home.	View
Wooden Stir Sticks (Compostable)	8.1/10	Simple swap for cafes and events, plastic-free.	View
Reusable Glass Stir Rod	8.4/10	Elegant, non-reactive, long-lasting.	View

Recommended swaps

Reusable Stainless Steel Coffee Spoon

Eco Score: 9/10

Durable, easy to clean, always available at home.

Wooden Stir Sticks (Compostable)

Eco Score: 8.1/10

Simple swap for cafes and events, plastic-free.

Reusable Glass Stir Rod

Eco Score: 8.4/10

Elegant, non-reactive, long-lasting.

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