Reese Witherspoon could have her pick of designer glassware, but this summer, she's sipping her iced tea from something slightly more traditional. Her vessel of choice? A Mason jar – one of the most beloved and practical pieces we can introduce into our kitchen or outdoor table (as in the actress's case).
The classic Mason jar, named after its founder, John Landis Mason, is categorized by its glass body, screw thread mouth, and metal ring around its perimeter. Traditionally, when screwed down, the presses a separate stamped steel disc-shaped lid against the rim – though this is often used in the case of storage.
