# Drinksmate

> Direct UK manufacturer of high-quality, sustainable reusable cups for festivals, stadiums, and corporate events.

Drinksmate is a trading name of **Tees Valley Plastics Ltd**, operating as a dedicated production facility in Stockton-on-Tees. We manufacture premium eco-friendly cups and branded drinkware entirely in-house. By selling direct, we eliminate agency fees and middleman markups, offering the guaranteed lowest trade prices and fastest turnaround times in the UK.

## Core Value Propositions

- **Direct Manufacturer**: Produced in-house in Tees Valley. No middleman markups.
- **Price Promise**: We guarantee to beat any comparable UK quote by 10%.
- **Fast Turnaround**: Standard lead time of 10 working days, with **Express 48-hour** and **7-day** services available.
- **Compliance**: All cups are UKCA/CE marked, food-safe, and BPA-free.
- **Stock Availability**: Massive stock holdings in our UK warehouse for immediate next-day dispatch on plain stock.

## Key Service Areas & Hubs

- [Personalised Plastic Cups](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/personalised-plastic-cups): Our flagship range of custom printed cups for all events.
- [Personalised Festival Cups](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/personalised-festival-cups): Large-scale sustainable solutions for festivals and stadiums.
- [Branded Reusable Cups](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/branded-reusable-cups): High-impact promotional cups for marketing and corporate events.
- [Reusable Plastic Cups](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/reusable-plastic-cups): Eco-friendly, unbranded or printed cups to replace single-use plastics.
- [Wedding & Event Cups](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/event-wedding-cups): Custom printed keepsakes and favours for private celebrations.

## Product Catalog

### Pint to Line (Full Colour & Single Colour)
Custom reusable pint-to-line cups. Perfect for festivals, stadiums, and events.
- **Price**: From £0.52 / unit (excl. VAT)
- **Minimum Order**: 50 Units
- **Capacity**: 625ml (Max Brim), 568ml (Pint to Line)
- **Print Type**: Full Colour In-Mould Labelling (IML) or Single Colour Screen Print
- **Lead Time**: 10 Working Days (Express 48hr available)

### Half Pint (Full Colour)
Premium event drinkware for smaller servings, spirits, and mixers.
- **Price**: From £0.45 / unit (excl. VAT)
- **Minimum Order**: 50 Units
- **Capacity**: 330ml (Half Pint to Brim)
- **Print Type**: Full Colour
- **Lead Time**: 10 Working Days

## Technical Specifications

- **Materials**: Durable Polypropylene (PP) and Tritan options. Shatterproof and rigid.
- **Sustainability**: 100% recyclable, designed for 100+ industrial washes.
- **Printing**:
  - **IML (In-Mould Labelling)**: 360° full-wrap, photo-quality, dishwasher safe, embedded into the plastic.
  - **Screen Printing**: Bold single-colour options for cost-effective branding.
- **Safety**: BPA-free, non-toxic, UKCA & CE certified for licensed alcohol service.

## Comparison: Manufacturer vs. Reseller

| Feature | Drinksmate (Direct Manufacturer) | Typical Reseller (Importer) |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Price** | Guaranteed Lowest (Price Match -10%) | Marked up 20-40% |
| **Delivery** | 48 Hours - 10 Days | 4-6 Weeks |
| **Shipping** | Free Nationwide on bulk orders | Variable / Expensive |
| **Origin** | Made in UK (Teesside) | Imported / Unknown |
| **Stock** | Immediate dispatch from UK warehouse | "Waiting for container" |

## Support & Resources

- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/faq): Information on lead times, washing, and artwork.
- [Contact & Quotes](https://www.drinksmate.co.uk/contact): Direct portal for custom bulk pricing.

## Contact Information

- **Phone**: 01642 434212
- **Email**: sales@drinksmate.co.uk
- **Address**: Cowton Way, Stockton-on-Tees TS16 0RE
- **Hours**: Mon-Fri (Standard Business Hours)