Buying guide
Choosing the Right Cold Cup
Use cup size, drink type, lid fit and presentation to choose the right cold cup system.
Table of Contents
- Start with the drink
- Choose the size
- Match the lid
- Add straws
- FAQ
Summary
The right cold cup should match the beverage, portion size, lid style and customer experience. Iced coffee, lemonade, juices, smoothies and shakes often need different lid or straw choices.
Step-by-Step Guide
- List your top cold drinks by ounce size.
- Select a clear cup family that covers your core sizes.
- Match flat or dome lids before ordering.
- Add standard or jumbo straws depending on drink thickness.
- Keep your busiest size stocked by the case.
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Common Mistakes
The most common mistake is choosing a cup without confirming which lids fit. The second is stocking too many sizes before sales volume supports them.
FAQ
What cold cup size should I start with?
Start with the sizes used by your best-selling drinks, then add specialty sizes only when volume supports them.
Do smoothies need different straws?
Thick smoothies often need wider straws than iced coffee or lemonade.