Paper Cups & Lids for Hot and Cold Drinks

Disposable Coffee Cups for Takeaway Drinks, Cafés & Events

Upgrade your takeaway drink service with our range of paper cups and lids, designed for cafés, coffee shops, takeaways, catering businesses, events, offices and foodservice operators across the UK. These disposable paper cups are practical, food-safe and suitable for serving both hot and cold beverages.

At Supply Express, you can choose from small espresso cups, standard takeaway coffee cups and larger paper cups for hot drinks, iced drinks and event service. Whether you serve coffee, tea, hot chocolate, flat whites, lattes, cappuccinos or cold beverages, you will find reliable paper cup options to suit your menu and service style.

Eco-Friendly & Food-Safe Paper Cups

Our high-quality takeaway paper cups are made from food-grade paperboard and are suitable for professional foodservice use. Many options are recyclable or compostable depending on the product type and local waste facilities, making them a practical choice for businesses looking for more eco-conscious drink packaging.

With strong construction, comfortable handling and matching lid options available, our paper cups help you serve takeaway drinks with confidence while keeping presentation clean and professional.

Paper Cup Styles for Every Drink Service

• Single wall paper cups: Lightweight and cost-effective cups for hot or cold drinks, often used with sleeves for extra insulation.
• Double wall paper cups: Extra insulation for hot drinks, helping customers hold coffee, tea and hot chocolate more comfortably.
• Ripple wall paper cups: Textured outer wall for improved grip, heat protection and a premium takeaway coffee feel. 
• Ripple wall paper cups: Textured outer wall for improved grip, heat protection and a premium takeaway coffee feel. Comfortable to hold cup drinks.
• Custom printed paper cups: Brand your takeaway drinks with printed cups and lids. Contact us to discuss bespoke cup printing options.

Available Paper Cup Sizes

• 4oz paper cups: Ideal for espresso shots, sampling, tasting cups and small servings.
• 8oz paper cups: Suitable for flat whites, small coffees, teas and regular hot drinks.
• 12oz paper cups: A popular size for lattes, cappuccinos, tea and everyday takeaway coffee service.
• 16oz paper cups: Ideal for large coffees, iced drinks, hot chocolate and larger takeaway beverages.

Matching Paper Cup Lids & Accessories

To complete your takeaway drinks setup, you can pair your paper cups with compatible lids and accessories. Matching lids help reduce spills during takeaway, delivery and event service, while cup carriers and drink trays make it easier to transport multiple drinks safely.

• Paper cup lids: Secure lid options for different cup sizes.
• Cup holders and trays: Useful for carrying multiple drinks safely.
• Stirrers, napkins and sugar: Complete your coffee station or takeaway drinks service.

You can also browse our cup accessories, stirrers, carriers and sugars, or view our full cups and lids range for paper cups, plastic cups, juice bottles and drink packaging supplies.

Why Choose Supply Express?

• Wide range of disposable paper cups for hot and cold drinks
• Single wall, double wall and ripple wall coffee cup options
• Matching lids available for different cup sizes
• Food-grade paper cups suitable for professional drink service
• Eco-conscious, recyclable and compostable options available
• Wholesale pack sizes with competitive prices
• Custom branding and bespoke printed paper cup options available
• Trusted by coffee shops, cafés, takeaway businesses and caterers across the UK
• Supported by strong customer reviews and reliable service
• Next working day delivery available on eligible orders placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off, excluding weekends and bank holidays

Order Paper Cups & Lids Online

Shop our full range of paper cups and lids for hot and cold drinks today. Whether you need disposable coffee cups for a café or paper cups for takeaway service, ripple cups for premium hot drinks or matching lids and accessories, Supply Express offers practical and cost-effective drink packaging for food businesses across the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these takeaway cups recyclable?

Many of our paper coffee cups are recyclable or compostable, depending on the product lining and local recycling facilities. Always check the individual product details and local recycling guidance.

Can I use these cups for both hot and cold drinks?

Yes. Our high-quality takeaway paper cups are suitable for hot and cold beverages, including coffee, tea, hot chocolate, iced drinks and soft drinks.

Do the paper cups come with matching lids?

Matching lids are available for many paper cup sizes and are usually sold separately, allowing you to choose the correct lid style for your drink service.

Can I order custom printed paper cups?

Yes. We offer custom printed paper cups and lids. Contact our team to discuss branding, design options, quantities and lead times.

What paper cup sizes do you stock?

We stock popular paper cup sizes including 4oz, 8oz, 12oz and 16oz, with single wall, double wall and ripple wall options available.

Which paper cup is best for hot coffee?

Double wall and ripple wall paper cups are popular for hot coffee because they offer better insulation and a more comfortable grip. Single wall cups are also suitable for hot drinks and are often used with cup sleeves.

Do you sell cup accessories?

Yes. We supply paper cup lids, cup carriers, drink trays, stirrers, napkins, sugars and other takeaway drink accessories.

Do you offer next working day delivery?

Yes. Next working day delivery is available on eligible orders placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off. Weekends and bank holidays are excluded.