<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3IsaSJ_0uzQgruN00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3IsaSJ_0uzQgruN00" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Rob Carroll</figcaption></figure><p><a href="https://thefw.com/tags/mcdonalds/">McDonald's</a> in Canada just hits different.</p><p>Not only do they have tastier McFlurry flavors and a wider selection of McNugget sauces, but they also now have better collector's cups.</p><h2>What Are McDonald's Collector's Cups?</h2><p>At one time, collectable cups were a staple of McDonald's promotions. Dating as far back as the 1980s, you would get a special meal that would come with a glass that featured a character.</p><p>The giveaway was usually tied to a promotion of some sort. For example, there was a whole line of collectable glass mugs that featured Garfield that were only available at McDonald's.</p><p>Eventually, the collector's glasses went away until just a few days ago.</p><p>Everything old is new again at McDonald's where they've already brought back a bunch of Grimace merch and even revived the McNugget Buddies concept. Collector's cups are now back in restaurants across the country featuring characters like Shrek, Snoopy and Minions.</p><h2>Are McDonald's Collector's Cups Glass Or Plastic?</h2><p>The original McDonald's cups that were around in the '80s and early '90s were glass. Some were taller glasses while a few came as collectable mugs.</p><p>When McDonald's announced its latest line of collector's cups that are currently available to customers who order a Collector's Meal, they did so with photos showing what many believed to be actual glasses.</p><p>Unfortunately for those wanting to reminisce about carefully carrying their Care Bears glass to the car after their Happy Meal, the collector's cups are made of plastic.</p><p>Not everyone is a fan of this choice.</p><p>"I got a collectors cup thinking they'd be glass. They are NOT. All around s------. I should know better," reads one comments on a <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/1erfr4a/mcdonalds_collection_cups_arent_glass_aymore_and/">Reddit</a> thread detailing people's experience getting the cups from McDonald's</p><p>From photos shared in the thread, the plastic cups come covered with a plastic bag. You also get a regular drink cup with your meal.</p><p>That is unless you go to a McDonald's in Canada. <a href="https://www.mcdonalds.com/ca/en-ca/newsroom/article/McDonald-s-Launches-New-Line-of-Nostalgic-Glasses-Inspired-by-Iconic-Collectibles.html">Press materials</a> for the collector's cups available in Canada show the Collector's Edition glasses which are actually made of glass.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1tBbo3_0uzQgruN00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1tBbo3_0uzQgruN00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>McDonald's Canada Press Photo</figcaption></figure><p>If you head up there, you can snag a glass for $3 when buying any Extra Value Meal.</p><h2>10 Totally Random Facts About McDonald's Chicken McNuggets</h2><p>Did you know it wasn't originally supposed to be chicken in the McNugget? Do you remember the original four dipping sauces? </p><h2>Look Inside The World's Oldest McDonald's in Downey, California </h2><p>The world's oldest McDonald's in Downey, California originally opened 1953, nearly five years after the company was founded. The location is like walking into a time capsule. Retro characters, a walk-up counter and a museum make this one of the most unique dining experiences for McDonald's lovers. Here is a look at what the Downey, California McDonald's looks like today.</p></div></body>

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Why McDonald’s Collector’s Cups Are Way Different (and Better) in Canada

McDonald's in Canada just hits different. Not only do they have tastier McFlurry flavors and a wider selection of McNugget sauces, but they also now have better collector's cups. What Are McDonald's Collector's Cups?. At one time, collectable cups were a staple of McDonald's promotions. Dating as far back as...