I was replacing a similar pitcher, which had a white top that stained badly.  I'm hoping that stains will not be noticeable with red and teal tops.  So far, so good. These are nice, sturdy and slim covered pitchers--good for the fridge.  I make ice tea in them and pour boiling water directly in....BUT THIS CAN BE RISKY with some glass pitchers.  To avoid damage from thermal expansion, put a metal knife or other metal utensil in before pouring hot liquids in, to conduct away some of the heat.  Since I always do this, I have had no problems with hot liquids in these pitchers.