Sampling Cups for Product Testing and Consumer Trials
Sampling Cups for Product Testing and Consumer Trials
Consumer sampling, in-store trials and activation teams need cups that portion consistently, look clean and carry the product. Our acrylic tasting cups are the workhorse for FMCG sampling in South Africa.
The right cup, in three steps
- Measure — portion size and volume per serve.
- Match — pick the cup below that fits the volume and the job.
- Order — add to basket or request a bulk quote for carton pricing.
| Product | Unit price | |
|---|---|---|
| Tasting Cup / Clear Shot Glass 50-65ml (acrylic) | R2.70 | View |
| 50ml Plastic Dosage/Measuring Cup (clear) | R1.80 | View |
| Dosage Spoon 2.5/5ml | R0.70 | View |
| 250ml Rummer Tumbler (natural) | R1.90 | View |
Prices are per unit before carton discounts. Request a quote for wholesale carton pricing.
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Consistency is the whole point of a testing cup
Product testing lives or dies on controlled conditions. If every panellist receives a different cup size or fill level, the results are noise. A fixed-volume cup such as the 65ml acrylic tasting cup standardises the sample, and clear material lets panellists see the product without opening it.
Clean, single-use sampling
Reusable cups introduce washing chemicals, residual odours and cross-contamination risk between samples. Disposable food-grade cups remove all three. The 35ml lidded container is ideal for pre-prepared samples that travel, while the 250ml tumbler covers larger test portions such as beverages.
Coding and labelling test samples
Blind testing needs anonymous, coded samples. Clear cups accept a marker or a small label without obscuring the product, and lidded versions keep odour and temperature stable between preparation and panel. Document the cup size and fill standard in the test protocol so every panel round runs identically.
Supplying the whole test kitchen
A testing programme uses cups, spoons and containers together. Stocking them from one wholesale account keeps specifications consistent across rounds and sites. Browse the sampling cups and scoops range and the wider quality control equipment category.
Designing a repeatable test round
A good test round is identical for every panellist: same cup, same fill, same temperature, same code. The 65ml acrylic tasting cup standardises the vessel, and a fill line or measuring cup removes fill variation. When every variable except the product is controlled, the results mean something.
Sample preparation and holding
Samples prepared ahead of the panel need protection from odour and temperature drift. The 35ml lidded container keeps small samples sealed until the panel starts, and the 250ml tumbler handles beverage samples that must be served cold or at room temperature consistently.
Documenting the protocol
Write the test protocol: vessel, fill volume, serving temperature, code placement and panel order. A documented protocol lets the same test run across sites and rounds without drift, and gives auditors a paper trail. The quality control and portioning equipment range supplies the vessels the protocol references.
Quantities for regular programmes
Ongoing testing programmes consume vessels steadily, so carton pricing and reliable stock matter. Estimate monthly panel volume, add a buffer, and keep the reorder point in the purchasing system. Request a quote with your monthly volumes to lock carton pricing.
Choosing the right cup for the test type
Different test types suit different vessels. Sensory panels want a wide, clear cup such as the 65ml acrylic tasting cup so panellists can see and swirl the sample. Portion and dosage checks want a marked vessel like the 50ml measuring cup. And sample sets that travel or sit before testing want the 35ml lidded container to hold the sample stable until the panel starts.
Comparing clear and coloured cups
Clear cups let the product be seen, which matters for colour, clarity and appearance tests. Where visual cues would bias the result, coloured or opaque vessels keep the panel blind. Keep both formats in the test-kitchen store-room so the protocol can specify the right vessel per test rather than making do with what is on the shelf.
Frequently asked questions
How many sampling cups fit a standard sample?
The 65ml acrylic cup handles standard beverage and condiment samples; the 50ml measuring cup suits smaller portions. Choose by your fill volume.
Can I get branded or printed cups?
We supply plain cups. Labels can be applied by your print partner — the flat cup walls take standard adhesive labels.
What is the carton quantity?
Carton quantities are listed on each product page. For trial runs of 5,000+ cups, request a bulk quote for carton pricing.
Browse the full sampling cups and measuring cups range, or request a bulk quote — we reply within one business day.
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