Resources & guides

The Brim drinkware playbook

Straight answers on choosing, branding, and ordering custom cups and reusable drinkware — so you buy smarter and brand better.

Buyer's Guide

Aug 7, 2026·7 min read

Custom Disposable Cups: A Wholesale Buyer's Guide to Branded Cups

Paper, foam, or plastic? Full-color or single-color? Here's a plain-English guide to ordering custom disposable cups and branded cups wholesale — printing, minimums, lead times, and use cases.

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Buyer's Guide

Jul 6, 2026·6 min read

Custom Tumblers for Businesses: A Complete Buyer's Guide

A custom tumbler lasts years. Here's how to choose the right size, material, and branding approach for your business.

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Buyer's Guide

Jul 5, 2026·4 min read

Single Wall vs Double Wall Paper Cups: Which Should You Choose?

The difference between a single wall and a double wall cup comes down to insulation, sleeve costs, and how premium you want the cup to feel. Here's how to decide.

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Sustainability

Jul 4, 2026·5 min read

Compostable vs Biodegradable Cups: What's the Difference?

Both terms sound green, but they mean very different things. Here's the honest breakdown before you order your next run of cups.

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Buyer's Guide

Jul 3, 2026·5 min read

Disposable Cup Sizes Guide: Which Size Is Right for Your Business?

The wrong cup size is a brand problem and a cost problem. Here's a plain-language guide to every standard size and what it's built for.

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Events & Branding

Jul 2, 2026·4 min read

Custom Party Cups: How to Brand Plastic Cups for Your Next Event

Every party needs a cup. Here's how to turn that cup into a branded moment that people actually take home.

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Buyer's Guide

Jul 1, 2026·5 min read

What Are Stadium Cups? A Guide to Custom Stadium Drinkware

Thick, reusable, and built to survive a crowd: stadium cups are a venue staple. Here's everything you need to know before you order.

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News

Jun 27, 2026·3 min read

Brim Drinkware Partners With H&M Strategies to Launch Our New Online Home

We've teamed up with H&M Strategies to build a faster, smarter online home for Brim — and to put custom drinkware in front of more businesses than ever.

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Sustainability

Jun 23, 2026·5 min read

Are Paper Cups Recyclable, Compostable, and Microwavable? Cup Material Questions, Answered

Recyclable? Compostable? Microwave-safe? Here are clear, honest answers to the most common questions about paper, foam, and plastic cup materials.

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Buyer's Guide

Jun 16, 2026·6 min read

Paper vs. Foam vs. Plastic Cups: Which Disposable Cup Is Right for Your Business?

Insulation, cost, sustainability, and printability all differ by material. Here's how to choose the right disposable cup for your menu and your margins.

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How-To

Jun 9, 2026·5 min read

How Custom Cup Printing Works: A Guide to Branding Your Cups

Thinking about putting your logo on your cups? Here's the full process — artwork, proofs, print methods, and timelines — explained in plain English.

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Buyer's Guide

Jun 2, 2026·5 min read

Wholesale Cup Minimums & Pricing, Explained

Minimum order quantities and per-cup pricing can be confusing. Here's how wholesale cup pricing really works — and how to get the most cups for your budget.

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Sustainability

May 26, 2026·6 min read

The Business Owner's Guide to Eco-Friendly Cups

Going greener with your cups is a visible brand statement. Here's a plain-English guide to compostable PLA, recycled paper, and how to choose.

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