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BRANDS
- AbilityOne
- bentgo
- Boardwalk
- Brita
- CamelBak
- Cirkul
- Coffee Pro
- Dart
- Dixie
- Eco Touch
- Eco-Products
- ello
- ergodyne
- Fabri-Kal
- Flavia
- Hefty
- Karat
- Keurig
- O2COOL
- Pactiv
- Plastifar
- Savvi Serve
- SOLO
- Stanley 1913
- Staples
- Starbucks
- Tablemate
- TAKEYA
- Thermos
- Vegware
- WinCup
- WNA
- World Centric
- zak!
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Capacity (Volume)
Color Family
Color(s)
Cup Type
For Use With
Interior Volume Capacity
Material Type
Material(s)
Theme
Cups
7350002900586, SKILCRAFT Hot Beverage Cups, Squat, 16 oz, Paper, White, 500/Box (2900586)
7530006414517, SKILCRAFT Hot Beverage Cups, 12 oz, Paper, White with Logo, 1,000/Box (6414517)
BlueStripe 25% Recycled Content Cold Cups, 12 oz, Plastic, Clear/Blue, 50/Pack, 20 Packs/Carton (EPCR12)
BlueStripe 25% Recycled Content Cold Cups, 9 oz, Plastic, Clear/Blue, 50/Pack, 20 Packs/Carton (EPCR9)
Chill-Its 5152 Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle, 25 oz, Metal, Black (13167)
Chill-Its 5152 Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle, 25 oz, Metal, Orange (13166)
Bulk cups for foodservice, offices, and events
Cups are a high-turn, high-visibility supply item. The right choice reduces leaks, improves drink presentation, and keeps service moving during rushes. This category covers disposable and reusable cups across common sizes and materials, with an assortment built for recurring reorders and consistent availability.
Whether you are outfitting a cafe, school, healthcare breakroom, or catering operation, buying cups by the case helps control per-unit cost and simplifies inventory planning. With over 100 SKUs, you can standardize on a few core sizes while still keeping specialty options on hand for seasonal menus and promotions.
Choose the right cup: size, material, and use case
Sizes and capacity: match the menu
Start with the drinks you serve most. Common programs standardize on a small cup for water and sampling, a mid-size for fountain and iced coffee, and a large for specialty beverages. If you serve smoothies or blended drinks, prioritize larger capacities and stronger sidewalls to reduce flexing and spills.
For portion control and cost management, keep a tight size range and align lids across sizes where possible. Fewer unique items means fewer stockouts and easier ordering for procurement teams.
Material options: paper, plastic, compostable, and reusable
Paper cups are a go-to for hot beverages and many cold applications. Look for sturdy construction and coatings designed for the drink temperature and dwell time.
Plastic cups are popular for cold drinks, quick service, and high-clarity presentation. Clear cups help with merchandising, layered drinks, and grab-and-go coolers.
Compostable and plant-based options support sustainability goals and may help meet venue or municipal requirements. Confirm local acceptance and back-of-house handling before standardizing.
Reusable cups can fit corporate campuses, gyms, and refill programs where durability matters. Consider dishwasher safety, lid compatibility, and how the cups will be issued and returned.
Operational details that prevent leaks and complaints
Rim fit and lid compatibility
Most service issues come down to fit. Always pair cups with the correct lid series for the manufacturer and rim style. If you need matching tops for hot and cold service, browse Cup Lids to lock in the right snap fit, straw slot, or sip-through design for your cup lineup.
Heat protection and handling
For hot drinks, double-cupping is costly and inconsistent. A better approach is to add insulation where needed. If you serve hot coffee, tea, or cocoa, consider Cup Sleeves to improve grip, reduce burn risk, and cut down on waste from double-cupping.
Strength, clarity, and stacking
Busy counters need cups that dispense cleanly and stack without sticking. For cold drinks, clarity can be a selling point, especially for iced coffee, lemonade, and specialty beverages. For back-of-house efficiency, prioritize cases that palletize well and sizes that work with your cup dispensers.
Compliance and purchasing considerations
Food-contact and facility requirements
Choose cups intended for foodservice use and verify they match your application (hot vs. cold, alcohol service, or extended dwell time). If you are buying for schools, healthcare, or large facilities, standardizing approved SKUs helps with audits and reduces substitution risk when reordering.
Bulk ordering, freight, and reorder consistency
Cups are lightweight but bulky, so case-pack and cube matter. Ordering in bulk reduces per-unit cost and helps avoid emergency runs that inflate freight and labor. If you have predictable volume, set a reorder cadence around your peak days and storage capacity to keep service uninterrupted.
Brands and assortment built for commercial use
Choose from trusted commercial lines including SOLO, Dart, Boardwalk, Dixie, WNA, Eco-Products, World Centric, Fabri-Kal, Karat, and CamelBak. If you need help matching cup sizes to lids, selecting compostable options, or building a streamlined case order, our knowledgeable support team can guide you to a setup that reduces SKUs and improves consistency.
Why buy cups here
Low pricing and fast fulfillment
Keep your cost per drink under control with price-advantaged bulk cases. Most operations benefit from 1-2 day shipping on core items, helping you stay stocked without overfilling storage.
Assortment depth for real-world programs
With over 100 SKUs, you can cover everything from water cups and fountain service to premium cold drink presentation and durable reusable programs. Build a cart that supports daily service now and scales with seasonal demand.
Cups FAQ
Are compostable cups always accepted in commercial composting?
Not always. Acceptance varies by municipality and hauler. Confirm local rules and your facility process before standardizing, and ensure the cup is intended for your drink temperature and service time.
How do I make sure my lids fit the cups I order?
Lid fit depends on the cup rim style and the specific lid series from the manufacturer. Match the lid to the exact cup type and size, and test a sleeve of product before committing to a full case order.
Should I buy cups by the case or smaller quantities?
For commercial use, case quantities typically deliver the best unit cost and reduce stockouts. If you have limited storage, start with a case of your top sizes and expand once you confirm lid fit and demand.
What cup size should I stock for a typical beverage program?
Most programs standardize on 2-3 sizes: a small for water/sampling, a mid-size for fountain and iced coffee, and a large for specialty drinks. Choose sizes that share compatible lids to reduce SKUs and simplify reordering.
What is the best option for hot drinks to prevent burns and leaks?
Use hot-rated paper cups paired with the correct sip lid, and add cup sleeves when needed for insulation. This reduces double-cupping and improves handling at the counter.
