Big Top Peanut Butter Iced Tea Glasses by Hazel-Atlas

These Hazel-Atlas Big Top Peanut Butter iced tea glasses capture a slice of mid-century Americana—sturdy pressed glass tumblers that once came as promotional tie-ins with jars of Big Top Peanut Butter. Tall, durable, and unpretentious, they combine everyday utility with nostalgic charm, making them both practical drinkware and collectible keepsakes.

Product Details:

• Type: Vintage pressed glass iced tea tumblers
• Pattern: Big Top Peanut Butter (pattern code ATCBITPEB, item #5569)
• Material: Heavy pressed, non-leaded glass
• Dimensions: 5 5/8 in tall × 3 1/8 in wide
• Origin: United States, Hazel-Atlas Glass Company
• Status: Discontinued, produced circa 1950s

Design & Experience:

These tumblers feature simple, heavy pressed glass with a stable base and tall sides, perfect for iced tea, lemonade, or cocktails. Their clarity shows off drinks beautifully, while the weight provides a satisfying feel in hand. Once a humble grocery premium, they now stand out as stylish, functional reminders of everyday life in mid-20th-century kitchens.

Historical & Collectible Context:

The Big Top Peanut Butter brand launched in the 1940s and was later acquired by Procter & Gamble in the 1950s before evolving into the Jif brand. Hazel-Atlas, one of the largest U.S. glassmakers of the 20th century, supplied the promotional tumblers as part of a wider tradition of branded glassware tied to food products. Known for their durability and design, Hazel-Atlas pieces are highly sought after by collectors today. The Big Top glasses, once an ordinary pantry item, have since become nostalgic treasures that represent the golden age of American promotional glass.

Serving & Collector Notes:

Ideal for iced tea, lemonade, or vintage-inspired cocktails, these glasses also display beautifully in a collection of mid-century barware. Collectors value them most when free of chips or scratches, and original packaging or companion lids from Big Top promotions enhance their appeal. Both practical and nostalgic, they’re perfect for adding character to a modern table or retro-themed bar.