Custom printed cold cups for iced drinks, juice bars & events
Plastic and paper cold cups, printed in-house in Australia. Free artwork proof, and your order is printed within 7 business days of artwork approval — 3–5 on reorders, Australia-wide delivery and Melbourne pickup available.
What is the $75 stencil fee?
The stencil fee is a one-off setup charge for creating the printing stencil (plate) that transfers your logo onto the cup. It's how we prepare your artwork for the press.
- Charged once per unique logo, per order — not per carton
- Never charged on reorders of the same artwork — your stencil stays on file
- Only on printed cups — blank cups and lids have no stencil fee
- Your artwork proof is always free — you approve it before we print
Example: 3,000 printed 8oz cups at $200/1,000 = $600 cup cost + $75 stencil = $675 total (ex GST). Reorder the same design? Just $600 — no stencil fee.
- Cold cups printed in-house in Melbourne — no reseller markup
- Iced coffee, smoothies, juice, cold brew and bubble tea sizes
- Free artwork proof on every order, approved before we print
- Printed within 7 business days of artwork approval
- Trusted by Melbourne cafés, juice bars, bubble tea shops and event caterers
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Fast replyTell us what you need — pricing depends on size, quantity and print colours.
$75 one-off stencil setup fee per unique logo on printed orders — charged once, not per carton. Your artwork proof is free.
What are the cups for?
- Pricing for your exact size & quantity
- Free artwork proof before you commit
- Printed in-house in Melbourne
- Australia-wide delivery & Melbourne pickup
Our range
Choose your custom printed cold cup
Cold cups from 8 to 16oz. Most venues run two or three sizes on a shared rim so lid stock stays simple.
10oz · cup
10oz PET U
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18.0c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12/14oz PET Wide 355ml
Ready to ship
17.6c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PET black U cup
Ready to ship
18.3c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PET Flat
Ready to ship
18.2c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PET U
Ready to ship
18.3c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PP clear flat cup
Ready to ship
20.2c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PP clear U cup
Ready to ship
20.5c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PP flat black matte cup
Ready to ship
20.4c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PP frosted flat cup
Ready to ship
20.2c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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12oz · cup
12oz PP frosted U cup
Ready to ship
20.5c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PET black U cup
Ready to ship
19.5c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PET Cup (98mm)
Ready to ship
19.1c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PET Flat
Ready to ship
18.9c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PET U
Ready to ship
18.9c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PP clear flat cup
Ready to ship
20.5c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PP clear U cup
Ready to ship
21.0c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PP flat black matte cup
Ready to ship
21.1c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PP frosted flat cup
Ready to ship
20.5c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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16oz · cup
16oz PP frosted U cup
Ready to ship
21.0c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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18oz · cup
18oz PET Cup (98mm)
Ready to ship
19.2c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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20oz · cup
20oz PET Cup (98mm)
Ready to ship
19.8c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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285ml · cup
PP Drinking Cup 285ml
Ready to ship
18.5c per unit · printed MOQ 1,000
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Prices are quoted per order and shown for 1-colour print. A $75 one-off stencil setup fee applies per unique logo, not per carton. Multi-colour print can cost more.
Don't forget your lids
Flat, dome and sipper lids, 78mm to 98mm
Lids are sold separately and matched by rim diameter. Pair them with your cups or reorder lids on their own.
How it works
How ordering your printed cold cups works
Free artwork proof · Printed within 7 business days of approval · Printed in Melbourne
Pick your sizes
Tell us your cold drinks menu and we'll match cup sizes to rim diameters so you carry fewer lids.
Free design & proofing
Send your logo and we set the artwork up. You approve a proof within 24 hours before we print.
Printed in Melbourne
Printed in-house on our own presses — up to 4 colours, and print reads clean on clear plastic.
Printed in 7 business days
Australia-wide delivery, with Melbourne pickup available.
One contact guides you through every step, from first quote to delivery.
Buying guide
Which cold cup is right for your venue?
Every cold cup we print, compared side by side: sizes, materials, lid pairings and what each one suits best.
| Cup | Sizes | Material | Lid pairing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PET | 8, 10, 12, 16oz | Crystal-clear PET, rigid and glossy | 78mm–98mm flat, dome & sipper | Iced coffee, cold brew and anything you want seen |
| PP | 12, 16oz | PP plastic, slightly softer and more impact-resistant | 90mm & 95mm flat and dome | High-volume venues, bubble tea and sealing machines |
| Paper cups | 12, 16oz | Lined paper cold cup | 90mm paper or plastic lids | Venues wanting a printed paper cold cup |
PP vs PET: what's the difference?
PET and PP are the two plastics we print cold cups on. PET is the glassy, rigid option that shows a drink off; PP is the tougher, more flexible option that seals and handles volume. Both print with the same process and both come in flat-wall and U-shape.
| PET | PP | |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Crystal-clear and glossy — the closest thing to glass. Shows layers, colour and garnish off best. | Available clear, frosted or black. Clear PP has a slightly softer, less glassy look than PET. |
| Feel & strength | Rigid and crisp. Holds its shape on the pass, but can crack if crushed. | More flexible and impact-resistant. Squeezes rather than cracks, so fewer losses in a busy service. |
| Temperature | Cold drinks only — not suitable for hot liquids. | Cold drinks, and copes better with warm liquids and heat-sealing machines. |
| Sealing film | Not designed for sealing machines. | The standard choice for film-sealed bubble tea, juice and smoothies. |
| Shapes | Flat-wall and U-shape available. | Flat-wall and U-shape available in clear, frosted and black. |
| Printing | Print sits on a glass-like surface — bold marks and white ink read best. | Same print process; frosted and black bodies give white and metallic-look inks more contrast. |
| Best for | Iced coffee, cold brew, juice, layered and 'look at me' drinks. | Bubble tea, sealed drinks, smoothies, thick shakes and high-volume venues. |
Not sure which one suits your menu? Order a free sample pack, or ask us and we'll tell you straight.
What your state allows: cold cup & lid rules at a glance
| State | Cold cup & lid rules | Compliant picks from our range |
|---|---|---|
| WA | Plastic cold cups permitted for most drinks, but plastic lids are restricted — check current lid requirements. | Cold cups with paper lids |
| SA | Plastic straws and stirrers banned; plastic lids are restricted. | Cold cups with paper lids |
| QLD | No cold cup ban. Foam (EPS) cups and plastic straws are banned. | Any cold cup in our range |
| NSW | No cold cup ban. Foam cups and single-use plastic straws banned. | Any cold cup in our range |
| VIC | No cold cup ban. Foam cups, straws and cutlery banned. | Any cold cup in our range |
| TAS | No statewide cold cup ban. Hobart has its own takeaway packaging rules within the municipality. | Any cold cup in our range |
| ACT | No cold cup ban. Foam beverage containers and plastic straws banned. | Any cold cup in our range |
| NT | No ban on takeaway cold cups. | Any cold cup in our range |
Rules change regularly — check your state regulator for the latest. Unsure what applies to your venue? Ask us and we'll tell you straight.
Sizing your cold cup menu
Most venues cover the whole cold menu with two sizes: a 12oz for iced coffee and shakes, and a 16oz for smoothies, frappés and anything served over heavy ice. Add an 8oz if you sell juice or short iced drinks.
PET is the default — it's rigid, glossy and shows the drink off. PP is the pick if you seal cups, run bubble tea, or want a cup that survives a busy pass. Paper cold cups suit venues that prefer a printed paper body over clear plastic.
Whatever you choose, check the rim diameter before you order lids. Sizes that share a rim share a lid, which means less stock on the shelf and fewer wrong-lid moments in service.
Designing for a clear cup
Print on clear plastic behaves differently to paper — there's no white base behind your logo, so the drink shows through. Bold, solid shapes and a single strong colour read best; fine hairlines and pale tints tend to disappear once the cup is full.
White ink is a popular choice because it holds contrast against dark coffee and bright juice alike. Send us your logo and we'll show you how it will sit on the cup in your free proof, within 24 hours.
Pricing is based on 1-colour print; up to 4 colours is available and priced on your design. A $75 stencil fee applies per unique logo on printed orders. Get a free quote.
Local production & real service
What working with us actually looks like
We're not a faceless print portal. You get a local team that prints your cups, sets up your artwork and answers when you call.
Made in Melbourne
All cup printing is done in-house. Local production means faster turnarounds and a real person you can call.
Free artwork setup
No print-ready file? We set your logo up at no cost, and you approve a proof before a single cup runs.
Up to 4 print colours
Quotes are based on 1-colour print. Multi-colour print is available up to 4 colours and priced on your design.
A real person on the phone
One contact who knows your order — from first quote through to the delivery docket.
Free sample pack
Check clarity, rigidity and rim fit in your own venue before you commit to a print run.
Rush jobs considered
Deadlines matter. Tell us your date up front and we'll give you an honest answer.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for printed cold cups?+
Minimums depend on the cup and size — most printed runs start at one carton per size (typically 1,000 cups). Send a quote request and we'll confirm the volume breakdown for your exact spec.
How long do printed cold cups take?+
We print your order within 7 business days of you approving the artwork, plus delivery time. Once your stencil is on file, repeat orders are printed in 3–5 business days. Blank stock ships faster, and we confirm timing on your quote.
How does printing look on clear plastic?+
Print sits directly on the cup, so the drink shows through around your design. Solid, bold marks read best; very fine detail and light tints lose impact on a clear surface.
Can I print white on a clear cup?+
Yes — white is a common choice on clear PET and PP because it holds contrast against any drink colour. Tell us on your quote and we'll set it up in the proof.
How many colours can I print?+
Up to 4 colours. Quoted pricing is for 1-colour print; multi-colour print is subject to price increases depending on your design.
Which lid fits which cold cup?+
Cold cups are matched by rim diameter, from 78mm to 98mm. Several sizes usually share one rim, so you can run a whole menu on two lid types. Every product page lists its matching lids.
Flat, dome or sipper lids?+
Flat lids suit straws and stacking, dome lids give headroom for whipped toppings and thick shakes, and sipper lids suit straw-free service. We can quote a mix.
Do you have paper cold cups?+
Yes. Printed paper cold cups run alongside the clear PET and PP range in 12 and 16oz.
Can I get samples before ordering?+
Absolutely. Order a free sample pack and check clarity, rigidity and lid fit before committing.
What is the $75 stencil fee?+
The stencil fee is a one-off setup charge for creating the printing stencil that transfers your logo onto the cup. It's charged once per unique logo, per order — not per carton. So whether you order 1 carton or 20, it's a flat $75. It's never charged on reorders of the same artwork, because your stencil stays on file. Blank cups and lids have no stencil fee. Your artwork proof is always free.
How is pricing worked out?+
Rate depends on cup type, size, quantity and number of print colours, and can vary with your artwork. Request a quote for exact numbers.
Can you supply blank cold cups?+
Yes — choose 'Blank' as the quote type on any product page and we'll price unprinted stock.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?+
Yes. We deliver Australia-wide, with Melbourne pickup available. Delivery is quoted on your location and order size.
More questions? See the full FAQ
Ready for pricing on your cold cups?
Send your details and we'll come back with exact pricing and a free artwork proof.
Free samples
Try before you print
Order a free sample pack of blank cups and lids, or send us your sizes and quantities for a same-day quote.