Let's go over some of the advantages of these gems, shall we? First off, they're plastic, not glass, so they're actually disposable martini glasses. Whether or not you want to wash them for a few more runs, put them in the recycling bin, or just chuck em' in the good old fashioned trash can, it's your decision. That's the beauty, they look sexy and expensive, but they're actually sexy and cheap...like a hooker. Yeh, cheap plastic martini glasses are like the prostitutes of the goblet world.
Which brings me to my next praise, they're relatively cheap. So cheap, that they're usually sold in bulk. You can get a pack of 12 for less than $5, or a package of 250 small plastic martini glasses for $100 - perfect for large celebratory events like weddings and funerals of your enemies. As I implied with mention of the small glasses, you're not restricted to any particular size, the standard being six ounces. In fact, you can get your guests totally wasted with some pretty freakin' large plastic martini glasses. G.E.T. Enterprises makes a glass that's 48 oz. That reminds me of college - there was this bar at OU called Skipper's that had 40 ounce Long Island Ice Teas for $6.00 every Tuesday. Wednesdays were always horrible.
Back on topic - as you can imagine, a 48 oz plastic martini glass isn't going to be made with flimsy plastic. They're not all made of cheap material. If you're willing to shell out a few extra bucks, you can get a strong polycarbonate material that's usually dishwasher safe, nice-looking, and won't shatter when your drunk friend inevitably drops it. They're a little expensive for a glass made of plastic, but they're still usually less expensive than the traditional glass alternative.
Have you ever seen pink plastic martini glasses? I have, and they're really nothing special...to me anyway...I'm more concerned with what's inside. To some, however, choosing a custom color booze container is just another way to shallowly represent their personality. Don't let me make you feel bad. You're doing it to yourself. Seriously though, you can find plastic martini glasses in just about every color, texture, and size imaginable. Why, even a stemless martini glass! You can pick them up at most party stores, but if you're planning on buying a "nice" one, or anything in bulk, I'd just Froogle it [http://www.google.com/products?q=plastic+martini+glasses&hl=en&aq=f] - you can't go wrong that way.
Now fill up your fancy shatter proof glass and go pick up some chicks, you crazy crooner!
