A cup sleeve for every cup

Not every drink needs the same kind of sleeve, so this range covers the full spread of formats. Hot cup sleeves are the classic option for coffee cup sleeves on espresso-based drinks and filter coffee, giving the same protection a double cup would, without the extra material. Cold cup sleeves and insulated sleeves are built for iced coffee sleeves and other chilled drinks, helping to manage condensation while keeping the cup comfortable to hold.

For espresso bars and specialist coffee shops, espresso cup sleeves are sized to suit smaller cups, while takeaway cup sleeves are designed for the daily grab-and-go customer. Reusable sleeves give regulars something they can bring back with them, and disposable sleeves keep things simple for high-volume counters. Neoprene koozies offer a softer, more flexible option for cold cups and bottles, and corrugated sleeves bring extra rigidity for anyone who wants a slightly more premium feel at the till.

Materials built for comfort and sustainability

Material choice tends to be where a sleeve earns its reputation, and this is an area where UK customers are increasingly particular. Kraft paper remains the go-to for a natural, café-style look, while white SBS paperboard gives a cleaner base for bright, detailed artwork. Recycled paper and corrugated paper both bring a slightly more textured, eco-conscious finish that works well for brands leaning into sustainability messaging.

For businesses wanting a heavier feel, 18pt cardboard and rigid paperboard hold their shape well through a full serving shift, and CFNB stock (coated on the front, natural on the back) is a practical, cost-efficient choice when only one side needs to look polished. Neoprene is available for the cold-cup and reusable side of the range, offering a soft grip that holds up to repeated use.

Sustainability runs through the whole collection rather than sitting in a single corner of it. Compostable material and biodegradable material options are available for businesses working towards a lower-waste counter, FSC-certified paper is sourced from responsibly managed forests, and eco-friendly material choices are clearly marked throughout. Where printing is involved, water-based ink is offered as a lower-impact alternative to solvent-based inks, without any compromise on how the finished sleeve looks.

Printing and finishing options

This is where a plain sleeve becomes a piece of branding. Full-colour printing and CMYK printing cover most standard designs, while PMS / Pantone colour matching is available for brands that need their exact colour reproduced consistently, order after order. One-sided imprint is the simplest and most affordable option for a clean logo placement, and two-sided imprint suits anyone who wants a design on both the front and back of the sleeve.

Once artwork is submitted, a digital proof is provided so the design can be checked and approved before anything goes to print. Variable data printing is also available for businesses that want unique names, codes or messages on individual sleeves — handy for loyalty campaigns or limited runs. For a more tactile, premium finish, the range includes foil stamping, embossing and debossing, along with gloss lamination, matte lamination and spot UV coating for designs that benefit from a bit of shine or contrast. Die cutting is used to keep edges clean and consistent across every sleeve in a batch.

In short, whether the brief is a single colour logo or a fully illustrated seasonal design, there's a finishing option here that should suit it.

Sizes and ordering details

Fit matters as much as finish. The range covers 8oz cup sleeves, 10oz cup sleeves, 12oz cup sleeves, 16oz cup sleeves and 20oz cup sleeves, with each sleeve diameter measured to sit snugly without slipping or bunching on the cup. A quick note on sizing before ordering is generally enough to make sure the fit is right first time.

• Sizes available: 8oz, 10oz, 12oz, 16oz and 20oz, covering most standard takeaway cups used in UK cafés and restaurants.
• Minimum order quantity: flexible options are available for smaller cafés as well as higher-volume wholesale cup sleeves orders.
• Turnaround time: production schedules are shared up front so opening dates and seasonal launches can be planned around them with confidence.
• Bulk pricing: per-unit costs improve as order size increases, which tends to suit growing chains and seasonal stock-ups well.
• Free samples: available on request, so the paper, print quality and fit can be checked before committing to a full order.

Built for coffee shops, events and beyond

While coffee shops & cafés remain the most natural home for this kind of packaging, the same sleeves turn up in plenty of other settings. Restaurant branding teams use them to extend a dining room's identity onto takeaway drinks, and food trucks rely on them for a quick, professional finish that doesn't slow down service. Retail display stands often use branded sleeves as a small but visible reminder of who supplied the drink.

They also do well outside the day-to-day counter. Corporate events and trade shows use custom cup sleeves as a low-cost, high-visibility giveaway that attendees actually keep and use. Promotional giveaways, charity events and seasonal & holiday promotions are all easy to plan around a sleeve design, since artwork can be updated for a single campaign without committing to new cups. Catering events benefit from the same flexibility, and wedding & party favours have become a popular use for smaller, personalised runs. For online sellers, e-commerce shipping and gift packaging are an easy way to add a branded touch to deliveries that customers will notice the moment the box is opened.

Why this range works for UK businesses

Every part of this collection — from kraft paper and recycled paper through to full-colour printing, foil stamping and the full size range — has been put together with the realities of a busy UK café or events calendar in mind. Lead times, minimum order quantity, and bulk pricing are all set out clearly before an order is placed, so there are no surprises between a first enquiry and a finished batch of branded cup sleeves landing on the counter.

For a closer look at materials, printing options or pricing for a specific size, requesting a free sample or a quote is the easiest next step. Most businesses find that once they've held a finished sleeve in hand, the right combination of paper, print and finish becomes a fairly easy decision.