The increase of the takeaway coffee market has seen a substantial growth thorough out the last decade. Café bars are now a common sight on the high street and the increase in coffee quality and diverse range of drinks has increase the demand for high quality disposable coffee cups . There are many different types of disposable cups form plain water disposable cups though to Eco Insular disposable coffee cups.

Disposable water cups are 7oz paper cups for use with water coolers and are generally inexpensive. These disposable cups are either produced in paper or clear plastic. Styroweave coffee cups are made of polystyrene and are generally used were low cost drinks are served. Café hot cups are one of the first commonly used printed disposable cup. The perception is that a quality drinks deserves a quality image and has proven to be the case. One of the leading manufacturers of disposable cups is Solo cups. A recent addition to their range is the swirl design disposable coffee cup . These cups are made form ‘fluffy fibres’ resulting in a thicker and tougher card and are therefore easier to handle when hot. Solo also manufacture arrange of vibrant color disposable cups often used with smoothies . Milano Barrier Cups are made of a unique foam material and retain the product temperature 5 times longer than standard disposable coffee cups. A new development in the coffee cup market is the ripple cup. This unique product has a rippled construction providing increased comfort and insulation; the ripple cups come with a contemporary illustrated ‘50 cups’ design suited to any stylish establishment. Garraways have launched an eco friendly 100% biodegradable coffee cup made from planet extracts (pla) and not oil meaning that the disposable cup is truly biodegradable. These biodegradable cups are available in 8/1/16oz sizes.

Disposable coffee cups come in various sizes. 4oz coffee cups are the least common and are used for takeaway espresso coffees. 7oz takeaway cups are used for teas soups and sometimes water fountains. 8/9 and 12oz coffee cups are used mainly for cappuccino’s and lattes. 16oz and 20oz disposable cups are also available for larger drinks. To compliment this range other ancillary items are also available. Disposable coffee cup lids come in different colors and have either a fully sealed, or drink through lids. Domed lids are also available to accommodate cappuccinos and lattes. Coffee clutches are used with disposable coffee cups. Biodegradable cup lids and biodegradable coffee clutches can also be purchased from Garraways . The disposable cup sits in the coffee clutch acting as a handle and providing protection from the hot cup.