Every cup that leaves your booth is carried past dozens of people. For an F&B pop-up, custom-printed cups and food boxes are some of the cheapest brand impressions you can buy. Here is how to get them right.
Design for a curved, small surface
A cup is not a flyer. Keep it to three things: your logo, your handle or website, and one colour that pops. Wrap a simple pattern around the body so the design reads from any angle, and remember the seam — don't split your logo across it.
Know the minimums and lead time
Custom print needs a plate or screen set-up, so it comes with a minimum order quantity (often 1,000 cups or 500 boxes) and a longer lead time than plain stock. Plan 2–3 weeks ahead. If your event is sooner, use plain paper cups now and add a branded sleeve or sticker as a fast workaround.
Keep it food-safe
Printing only goes on the outer surface, with food-safe inks kept away from the rim and interior. If you are going eco, ask for water-based coatings rather than a plastic lining — our guide to eco food packaging explains the options.
Order in matched sets
Cups, boxes, napkins and bags in the same artwork make a small pop-up look like an established brand. Build a matched set from the packaging range and reuse the artwork across every item.
Checklist before you submit
- Vector logo (AI/PDF/SVG), not a low-res screenshot.
- Brand colours in CMYK with Pantone references if you have them.
- Confirm the print area and seam position with us before production.
Start with a custom-printed cup and we will confirm the artwork template before anything goes to print.
