Small Cardboard Cups for Tasters, Espresso and Samples

Small cardboard cups are the quiet workhorse of a café or market stall. They hold an espresso, a sample of soup or a taste of a new smoothie, with your logo printed on the side.

Sizes from 2oz to 6oz
Printed with your logo
Single or double wall
Free proof before printing

From £0.25 per cup Price confirmed in your written quote

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Small Cardboard Cups printed with a custom design

Where small cardboard cups earn their place

Not every drink needs a big cup. Small cups cut waste on short drinks and make samples feel deliberate rather than an afterthought.

They also travel well. A tray of small printed cups at a market or tasting event keeps your name in front of people as they sip.

Espresso and macchiato to take away
Free tasters of new drinks
Soup and sauce samples
Smaller drinks for children

Choosing the right small size

The size depends on what goes inside. A single espresso needs far less room than a taster of soup.

UK fluid ounces are used here, so 4oz is about 114ml.

Size	About	Good for
2oz	57ml	Shots, sauces and tiny tasters
3oz	85ml	Espresso and sample drinks
4oz	114ml	Espresso, macchiato and kids' drinks
6oz	170ml	Small hot drinks and soup samples

Single wall or double wall

A single wall cup is fine for cold samples and quick sips. For a hot espresso held in the hand, a double wall cup keeps fingers more comfortable.

We can quote both so you can compare. The print stays the same on either wall type.

Printing on a small cup

A small cup has less space, so a simple logo works better than a busy layout. One clear mark and your web address is often enough.

Our designers fit the artwork to the cup shape and send a free digital proof. You can ask for changes until you are happy.

How to order

Choose the size and wall type, or ask us to suggest one.
Send your logo and the quantity you need.
Approve the free digital proof.
We print in 4 to 6 working days after approval.
Tracked delivery takes 2 to 3 working days and is free across the UK.

Using small cups at events and tastings

Tastings move fast, so cups should be easy to grab from a stack. Small cardboard cups nest neatly and take little space behind a stall.

A printed cup turns a free sample into a small advert. People remember the name on the cup after the taste has gone.

Common mistakes

Ordering a size too big for samples, which wastes product
Cramming too much text onto a small cup
Using single wall for very hot drinks held in the hand
Forgetting matching lids for drinks that travel

Price and next steps

Prices start from £0.25 per cup, confirmed in a written quote for your size and quantity.

Send your details through the form on this page or our quick quote request form and we will come back with a proof and price.

Small Cardboard Cups specifications

Common sizes	2oz, 3oz, 4oz and 6oz
Board	White or kraft paperboard
Wall	Single wall, or double wall for hot espresso
Use	Espresso, tasters, samples, kids' drinks
Print	Full colour on one side, two sides or a wrap
Lids	Sip lids matched to the rim on request
Price	From £0.25 per cup, confirmed in a written quote
Printing	Full colour CMYK or Pantone; one side, two sides or a full wrap
Artwork files	AI, PDF, EPS, SVG, PNG or JPG
Design help	Free layout help and a free digital proof
Production	4 to 6 working days after proof approval
Delivery	Tracked, 2 to 3 working days, free across the UK
Food contact	Food-contact board available on request
Returns	Misprints or damage reported within 10 days are reprinted or refunded

Small Cardboard Cups questions

What sizes count as small cardboard cups?

We usually mean 2oz to 6oz. A 4oz cup holds about 114ml.

Are small cardboard cups good for espresso?

Yes. A 3oz or 4oz cup suits a single or double espresso, and double wall keeps hands cooler.

Can you print a logo on a 2oz cup?

Yes. A simple logo prints best on small cups, and we send a free proof first.

Do you make kraft small cups?

Yes. White and kraft board are both available for small cups.

Are lids available for small cups?

Sip lids matched to the rim can be added to your quote on request.

How long does an order take?

Production takes 4 to 6 working days after proof approval, then tracked delivery takes 2 to 3 working days.

Is delivery free?

Yes. We deliver free with tracking to any UK address.

What is the starting price?

From £0.25 per cup. Your written quote confirms the price for your size and quantity.

Which file formats do you accept?

AI, PDF, EPS, SVG, PNG and JPG. Our designers prepare the layout for you.

Can I order two small sizes with the same design?

Yes. We fit the same artwork to each size and show both on the proof.

What if cups arrive damaged or misprinted?

Send photos within 10 days and we reprint or refund the affected cups.

Are small cups suitable for soup samples?

Yes. A 4oz or 6oz cup suits a soup taster, and food-contact board is available on request.

What are small cardboard cups?

Small cardboard cups are paperboard cups in compact sizes, usually 2oz to 6oz, used for espresso, tasters and samples. We print them with your logo, send a free proof and deliver free across the UK.