{"id":17865,"date":"2026-09-19T20:29:17","date_gmt":"2026-09-19T20:29:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aswal.ca\/?p=17865"},"modified":"2026-09-19T20:29:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T20:29:17","slug":"gobelets-personnalises-cafe-montreal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aswal.ca\/en\/custom-paper-cups-cafes-montreal\/","title":{"rendered":"Custom Paper Cups for Caf\u00e9s in Montreal: Planning Your Order"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your logo is ready, your colours are chosen, and you can already picture customers leaving with a coffee that carries your caf\u00e9\u2019s name. Before printing begins, a few practical decisions still need to be made: which cup size, which lid, how many cups and when you need them.<\/p>

For a caf\u00e9 placing its first order of custom paper cups<\/strong>, these details deserve as much attention as the design. They determine what arrives at your door, how much storage space you need and how your team will use the cups at the counter.<\/p>

Here is how to prepare your order with a Montreal manufacturer, whether you run one caf\u00e9 or several locations across Quebec.<\/p>

Start with the drinks you serve<\/h2>

\u201cSmall,\u201d \u201cmedium\u201d and \u201clarge\u201d do not mean the same thing in every caf\u00e9. Before comparing cups, write down your drink volumes and the sizes your customers actually order.<\/p>

Choosing between 8, 12 or 16 oz cups? Try them with your usual drinks. A latte needs room for foam and a lid. For cold drinks, allow for ice. Also check that the cup fits comfortably under your machine and in your cup carriers.<\/p>

If you are replacing an existing cup, keep a sample. A photo and its dimensions will help explain what you need. Do not assume that two cups with the same stated capacity will have exactly the same shape.<\/p>

Specify from the start whether you need cups for hot drinks, cold drinks or both. Browse the paper cups and lids available from ASWAL<\/a> to help narrow down your options.<\/p>

Test the cup and lid together<\/h2>

A good-looking cup quickly loses its appeal if the lid is awkward to fit during a busy service. Ask the supplier to confirm the lid that matches your chosen cup. Capacity in ounces is not enough: the diameter and rim shape matter too.<\/p>

When assessing samples, follow your team\u2019s usual routine: fill the cup, fit the lid, pick it up and place it in a carrier. For hot drinks, also check how comfortable the cup is to hold and whether you need an insulating sleeve.<\/p>

This quick trial can reveal a problem before several cases of the same cup-and-lid combination arrive.<\/p>

Work out quantities by cup size<\/h2>

Your total coffee sales are not enough to decide how many cups of each size to order. Break sales down by size and separate takeaway drinks from those served in reusable cups.<\/p>

A sample calculation to adapt to your caf\u00e9:<\/strong> if you use 150 cups of 12 oz per day, six days a week, you go through 900 cups a week. Over eight weeks, that adds up to 7,200 cups of that size, before allowing for any reserve stock.<\/p>

The extra stock you need depends on the confirmed replenishment lead time, changes in sales and upcoming events. Opening a patio for the season or adding a new location can change your requirements.<\/p>

Check your storage space as well. Ask how many cups come in each case and what the case dimensions are. You need to store the order under the recommended conditions without crowding the preparation area.<\/p>

Make sure your logo works on a real cup<\/h2>

A design that looks good on screen is not necessarily ready to print. Send the original logo file and ask for the artwork template for your chosen cup size. A vector file, if available, makes artwork preparation easier.<\/p>

Keep the layout simple. Your caf\u00e9\u2019s name should be easy to read, with supporting details taking second place. An address, a tagline and several social media handles can quickly crowd a small surface. Choose what you want customers to remember.<\/p>

If your brand uses specific colour references, include them with your request. Ask how they will be handled with the proposed printing method. A preview on a phone is useful for discussing the design, but it is not a colour approval on its own.<\/p>

Before authorizing production, review the print proof<\/strong>, the document used to approve the artwork for printing. Check the spelling, cup size, specified colours and logo placement. If the design includes a QR code, also ask for its readability to be checked at the intended printed size.<\/p>

If you are ordering several cup sizes, review each version. A logo that sits well on a large cup may need to be positioned differently on a smaller one.<\/p>

Compare quotes for the same order<\/h2>

To compare two quotes fairly, give each supplier the same details: cup model, quantity per size, artwork, lids and delivery location.<\/p>

Ask for the main costs to be clearly identified: cups, printing, any setup or printing plate charges, lids and shipping. Also ask what terms apply to a repeat order using the same artwork. Once you have these details, the price per cup will be easier to assess.<\/p>

Specify your required delivery date<\/strong>, especially for an opening or event. Have the schedule confirmed, including artwork approval, production and shipping. Avoid planning around a general lead time you found online.<\/p>

What to include in your first inquiry<\/h2>

A clear request helps you get a useful answer from the first exchange. Gather the following:<\/p>