What the Lines of a Red Solo Cup Actually Mean - Gizmodo

Jun 13, 2012 · Update: Solo contacted us about the red cup’s line and told us this: Although the lines on our Solo cups match up pretty closely with common liquid measurements, they aren’t meant for that.

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What does a red Solo Cup mean?

RED Solo cups are synonymous with partying, but the disposable drinkware has lots of everyday uses. The real meanings of the lines seem mundane, but you might find yourself using the measurements every day. The iconic red Solo cup is often associated with alcohol and college parties Credit: Getty ...

What does a solo cup measure?

Moving up, the next line, measuring 5 ounces, is commonly used for measuring wine, while the line closest to the rim measures 12 ounces for beer. All of these measurements correlate with standard pours for each of these adult beverages, so it makes sense to assume that’s what the Solo cup lines are for. ...

Does a red Solo Cup have ridges?

Newer versions of the red Solo cup have been redesigned without ridges. However, earlier versions of the cup did have lines that corresponded with the recommended serving size for beer (12 ounces), wine (5 ounces) and liquor (1.5 ounces). But the design was not intentional, the company says. ...

Is a Red Cup a solo brand?

First and foremost, the Solo brand cups have been redesigned and don't have lines on them anymore, so if you have a red cup with lines, they're not Solo brand. When we went to the source, aka the Solo cup site, there was a dedicated FAQ entry to this very question. Here's what it says: ...

What do the lines on a solo Cup mean?

The original 18 oz Solo cup, which launched in the 1970s, had lines that roughly equaled measurements of 1, 5 and 12 ounces. It’s long been thought that the lines on a Solo cup were there to help measure alcohol content. Getty Images/iStockphoto The answer to what the lines on the Solo cup mean is “one of the greatest mysteries of our time.” ...

How many ounces is a red Solo Cup?

USA TODAY reached out to K92.3 and the Facebook page for comment. Newer versions of the red Solo cup have been redesigned without ridges. However, earlier versions of the cup did have lines that corresponded with the recommended serving size for beer (12 ounces), wine (5 ounces) and liquor (1.5 ounces). ...