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The Coffee Shop’s Guide to Takeaway Coffee Cup Sizes

Many hospitality businesses can benefit from the use of disposable coffee cups, from restaurants to coffee shops. Often, however, it can feel unclear which size of coffee cup will be needed for a particular drink. To help you determine the sizes you need, you can learn everything you need to know about coffee cup sizes in this guide from Marshall Wilson.


The Coffee Cup Sizes


There is a range of coffee cup sizes available today, each purposefully designed for specific drinks. The variety of shapes and sizes can often feel confusing, particularly if you’re not sure which size is right for your company’s needs. In this section, you can find out what four of the major coffee cup sizes are used for.


4oz

Designed specifically for small drinks, the 4oz takeaway cup can hold both espresso and ristretto, in single or double shots.

8oz

Used for small drinks, the 8oz sized cup is typically perfect for flat whites. This cup size is also great for smaller versions of drinks, such as small lattes, cappuccinos and americanos.

12oz

Considered the standard size for lattes, cappuccinos and americanos, the 12oz takeaway coffee cup is one of the most popular cups for use in coffee shops.

16oz

One of the largest available coffee cup sizes, the 16oz takeaway coffee cup is designed for extra large beverages, such as coffees with extra hot water and milk or drinks with added furnishings such as whipped cream on top.


The Importance of The Right Size


While it may seem that a cup can only be a problem if it is too small, a too-large cup can still have its disadvantages. Firstly, the temperature of the drink inside of an excessively large cup can plummet much quicker, which can make for an unpleasant drinking experience for your customers. Additionally, larger cups can often be more expensive, meaning that you’re paying for far more space than you need. Finally, the wrong size can impact your brand’s reputation, as a customer who receives an underfilled cup may believe they are being shortchanged.


Our Range of Coffee Cups


If you need a reliable and high-quality supply of coffee cups, look no further than our range at Marshall Wilson. We have a thorough range in a variety of designs, whether you’re looking for cappuccino cups with triple walls or single-wall flat white cups. Additionally, our cups are available in recyclable, compostable, or food-grade paper options, allowing you to select the perfect material for your needs.

 

Please visit our website to learn more about us and our products at Marshall Wilson. Here, you can also find more helpful guides on our blog page. Alternatively, please get in touch with our team directly for any further support or to arrange a quote.

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