Custom Plastic Cold Cups with Logo Printing: Low MOQ Branding & Packaging Guide
RestoPack — Professional Custom Packaging • Low MOQ • Fast Proofing
Looking to elevate your iced coffee or cold drink cups with crisp graphics and premium feel? RestoPack specializes in low minimum order quantity (low MOQ) production and fast turnarounds, helping cafés, beverage startups, and national chains bring brand ideas to life—without overstock.
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Six Proven Printing Methods for Transparent Plastic Cold Cups
🖨️ Screen Printing
Best For: Logos, slogans, minimalist designs
Features: Uses high-adhesion inks for durability and color strength.
Benefits: Bold, solid color blocks that are scratch-resistant and cost-effective even at low MOQ.
🔥 Heat Transfer Printing
Best For: Complex illustrations, gradients, and full-wrap artwork
Features: Transfers full-color graphics with heat and pressure.
Benefits: Produces vivid, continuous imagery across curved surfaces—ideal for short runs.
🌈 UV Direct Printing
Best For: Personalized cups, photo-level detail
Features: Fast, plate-free UV printing.
Benefits: Perfect for small-batch runs, quick turnarounds, and high-definition imagery.
✨ Laser Engraving
Best For: Premium, tactile branding
Features: Uses precision laser etching to create texture while keeping transparency.
Benefits: Elevates the feel and perceived value—luxury aesthetics at low MOQ.
💧 Water Transfer (Hydrographics)
Best For: 360° full-wrap patterns or curved surfaces
Features: Film wraps complex shapes.
Benefits: Enables immersive textures and patterns—compatible with U-shaped cups.
❄️ Selective Frost + Clear
Best For: Minimalist, elegant branding with tactile grip
Features: Combines frosted and glossy finishes for texture contrast.
Benefits: Enhances design artistry while improving anti-slip performance.
Pro Tip Before Printing
For best results: Supply vector logos (AI, EPS, or PDF) and high-resolution art (300+ DPI), and specify your preferred cup size and finish.
Ready to Create Your Custom Cold Cups?
Start with our bestsellers: Custom Cold Drink Cups or explore the full custom cold cup collection. Considering a different structure? Try our U-shaped bottom cups for a distinctive look.
