In 1888, Marvin Stone invented the first paper straw and patented his idea. This patent became the foundation of the company he created—a company that later continued to produce Aardvark, the original paper straw of today. Stone's patent and his innovative spirit for all things round and tubular live on in Aardvark.
Aardvark paper straws were relaunched in 2007 in response to the growing anti-plastic movement. Restaurants, hospitals, and other service industries were compelled to seek more sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives.
