Drinksmate is the UK’s leading printed cup manufacturer. We design, print, and manufacture premium sustainable drinkware under one roof, giving festivals and stadiums unbeatable direct pricing and lightning-fast turnarounds.
Why pay middleman markups? By partnering directly with Drinksmate, you get the industry's most premium reusable cups manufactured at true factory prices.
Factory-Direct Pricing – No resellers or middlemen, saving you money
100% UK Manufactured – Produced entirely by Tees Valley Plastics
Lightning-Fast Turnarounds – On-site IML and rotary printing for urgent event deadlines
Premium Fan Experience – Sturdy, shatterproof builds for a superior pint
Zero-Waste Champions – Fully recyclable, BPA-free, and designed for hundreds of washes
Profitable Pints – Flawless branding perfect for deposit schemes or souvenir sales
Massive Scale – The capacity to produce millions of units for the biggest stadiums
The global plastic crisis requires bold solutions, and the events industry needs reliable partners. At Drinksmate, we bridge the gap between premium event experiences and heavy-duty manufacturing.
As the flagship direct-to-customer brand of Tees Valley Plastics Ltd, we are the undisputed heavyweight in UK reusable cup manufacturing. We aren't just a supplier; we own the factory. From the raw, BPA-free materials to the final high-definition print, every Drinksmate cup is crafted in our state-of-the-art facility in the North East of England.
This direct link to the factory floor means you never have to choose between quality and cost. Whether you need 500 branded cups for a bespoke corporate event or 500,000 pints for a major summer festival, you get true wholesale pricing and priority production.
By manufacturing locally, we cut out heavy shipping emissions, bypass erratic import delays, and guarantee a world-class standard. Partner with Drinksmate to upgrade your event and secure your supply chain.
To completely eliminate single-use plastics from the events industry by making premium reusable cups affordable through factory-direct pricing.
We understand that event organizers are under immense pressure to go green while keeping operations profitable. Drinksmate makes sustainability not just accessible, but highly advantageous for your bottom line.
Transitioning to Drinksmate isn't just an environmental upgrade; it's a massive operational advantage:
Our cups are built to work as hard as your bar staff. Designed to be 'queue-busters,' they stack perfectly without sticking, allowing for rapid pouring during peak rushes. Plus, a beautifully branded Drinksmate cup serves as a tangible memory, turning a standard drink into a highly profitable take-home souvenir or a successful deposit-return scheme.
Ready to secure your supply chain and elevate your event? Visit our FAQ page to learn more about our manufacturing process, lead times, and shipping.
Verified Google reviews from events and venues
“I ordered reusable cups for my event and they were perfect. Great quality, durable, and the printing looked amazing. Guests loved them and they were a much better eco-friendly alternative to disposable cups. The ordering process was smooth and delivery was quick. I’ll definitely be buying again for future events.
“Absolutely thrilled with my reusable cups! They were strong, beautifully printed, and a huge hit with guests. Such a great sustainable option compared to disposables. The whole process from ordering to delivery was smooth and fast.
“Really impressed with the branded cups we ordered. The quality is excellent, the printing looks fantastic, and everything arrived right when we needed it. Super easy company to deal with — highly recommend.
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