Custom Printed Cups for UK Bubble Tea, Cold Drink & Smoothie Shops
Printed right here in the UK. MOQ from just 10 cartons. New orders ship in 10 days — repeat orders as fast as the next working day.
Stop waiting on overseas printers. Boba Tea Company prints your custom bubble tea cups, cold cups, and smoothie cups locally in the UK — fast turnaround, low MOQ, free design proof on every order. Established clients reorder and get next-working-day dispatch.
Why UK Local Print?
- Speed. First orders ship from 10 days — not 6–8 weeks waiting on Asia. Repeat orders dispatch as fast as the next working day.
- Quality control. We see every batch before it leaves our UK facility. No surprises when your stock arrives.
- Lower MOQ. From 10 cartons (10,000 cups) — the most accessible MOQ in UK custom-print wholesale. Perfect for indie shops, pop-ups, and new launches.
- No customs / duty risk. All-UK supply chain. No surprise import fees, no shipping delays from ports.
Why Print Your Own Cups?
- Brand recognition. Every cup leaving your shop is a moving billboard. Customers Instagram them, share them, remember your logo.
- Premium feel. Branded cups signal you're a serious cafe or bubble tea business, not a generic stockist.
- Customer loyalty. Repeat customers identify with your brand. A custom-printed cup is part of the experience.
- Marketing tool. Custom cups travel from your shop to homes, offices, and social media. Free reach with every drink sold.
How It Works — 4 Simple Steps
- Submit your design. Send your logo and brand assets (we accept AI, EPS, PDF, PSD). No artwork yet? We can refer you to a designer.
- Get your free quote in 24 hours. Includes a digital proof for approval before production.
- Approve the proof. Review the digital mockup of your printed cup. Request changes free of charge until you're happy.
- Production & UK delivery. First orders from 10 days. Repeat orders dispatch as fast as the next working day.
Minimum Order Quantity & Lead Times
Our MOQ starts at 10 cartons (10,000 cups) — the most accessible MOQ in UK custom-print wholesale. New customers can launch their own brand without committing to massive volumes upfront. Established clients enjoy next-working-day repeat dispatch.
| Order Size | First Order Lead Time | Repeat Order |
|---|---|---|
| 10 cartons (10,000 cups) | From 10 days | As fast as next working day |
| 50 cartons (50,000 cups) | From 10 days | As fast as next working day |
| 200+ cartons | From 10 days | As fast as next working day |
First-order lead time covers artwork setup, proof approval, printing, and quality control. Repeat orders skip setup — we hold your approved print file and dispatch as soon as production is run. Exact pricing depends on cup size, material, print colours, and finish. Request a quote within 24 hours.
Cup Sizes & Materials We Print On
- Sizes: 12oz, 14oz, 16oz, 22oz — standard bubble tea, cold drink, and smoothie cup formats
- Materials: PET (clear plastic, premium feel) · PP (clear plastic, value option)
- Print options: Single colour up to full-colour photo-quality print
- Finishes: Standard print, matte, gloss, soft-touch
- Use cases: Bubble tea cups, smoothie cups, iced coffee cups, cold drink cups, milkshake cups, dessert drink cups
Who We Print For
UK bubble tea cafes, cold drink bars, smoothie shops, dessert venues, juice bars, and franchise chains — from single-location indie shops to multi-site operators. Whether you're launching your first store or scaling to 10+ locations, our UK print operation matches your volume and brand needs.
FAQ — Custom Printed Cups for UK Cafes
What's the minimum order quantity for custom printed cups?
Our MOQ for custom printed cups is just 10 cartons (10,000 cups) — the lowest in the UK custom-print wholesale market. This makes branded cups accessible to indie cafes, pop-ups, and new bubble tea shops without huge upfront commitment.
How long does printing and delivery take?
First orders ship from 10 days regardless of order size. Repeat orders for existing clients dispatch as fast as the next working day — because we hold your approved print file and skip the setup stage. Compare this to 6–8 weeks typical for overseas-printed cup orders. UK delivery direct to your shop.
How fast can I reorder?
As fast as the next working day. Once your design is approved and we have your print file on record, repeat orders bypass the setup stage entirely. Order in the morning, dispatch the same or next working day, subject to production queue. This is impossible with overseas-printed cups.
Do you print bubble tea cups AND smoothie / cold drink cups?
Yes — we print all cold beverage cup formats: bubble tea cups, smoothie cups, iced coffee cups, milkshake cups, juice cups, and dessert drink cups. Sizes from 12oz to 22oz. Same UK print process, same fast turnaround.
Where are the cups actually printed?
All custom print orders are produced at our UK print facility. No overseas printing, no waiting on Asia shipping. This gives us complete quality control and the fastest lead times in UK wholesale — plus next-working-day reorder dispatch for established clients.
Do I need a print-ready design?
Ideally yes — AI, EPS, PDF, or PSD format works best. If you have a logo but no formal print-ready file, we'll advise on what's needed and can recommend UK-based designers. Every order includes a digital proof for your approval before any printing starts.
What cup materials are available?
PET (clear plastic, premium feel) and PP (clear plastic, value option). Both materials suit bubble tea, smoothies, iced coffee, and other cold drinks. You choose the material that fits your brand positioning and budget.
How is UK-printed different from overseas-printed cups?
UK-printed first orders arrive in 10 days. UK-printed repeat orders dispatch as fast as the next working day. Overseas-printed cups typically take 6–8 weeks per order, every time. UK print also means no surprise import duties, no shipping delays at UK ports, and direct quality control. Respond to demand instead of forecasting 2 months ahead.
Ready to Print Your Own Cups?
Get a free custom quote in 24 hours. Tell us your shop name, target order size (10 / 50 / 200+ cartons), cup type (bubble tea / smoothie / cold drink), and material preference. We'll come back with an exact price and design proof.
Or email us directly: sales@bobateacompany.co.uk