Weck jars aren't just for canning, and they're taking off on social media for making matcha, iced coffee, lemonade, and more.

Weck jars are trending on TikTok, with users showing off aesthetic drinks. But not everyone’s sold on the glassware or the hype around it.

Weck jars have a convenient wide-mouth shape, rubber seals, and glass lids, and come in a variety of sizes. Mason jars are always useful, particularly wide mouth ones.

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Weck jars are a popular alternative to Mason jars, made in Germany with glass lids and rubber sealing rings. They can be used for canning, although this method is not approved by the USDA.

And maybe they won’t look as cute as Mason or Weck jars in your pantry, but they’re infinitely more practical. It may not be hip to be square, but it sure is smart. We're squaring off: ...