Packaging for Samples and Tastings: Cups, Shot Glasses and Scoops
Packaging for Samples and Tastings: Cups, Shot Glasses and Scoops
FMCG sampling, retail activations, wineries and QC labs need single-use cups that portion consistently. Our acrylic tasting cups double as shot glasses, and the dosing range covers 2ml to 50ml.
The right container, in three steps
- Measure — what you are packing and roughly how much per pack.
- Match — pick the tub or cup size below that fits.
- Order — add to basket or request a bulk quote for carton pricing.
| Product | Indicative price | |
|---|---|---|
| Acrylic Tasting Cup / Shot Glass 65ml | price on request | View |
| Medicine Measuring Cup 50ml (clear) | price on request | View |
| Dosage Spoon 2.5ml / 5ml | price on request | View |
| Measuring Cup 50ml | price on request | View |
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Sampling logistics: size the pack to the moment
A sampling programme moves product from kitchen to counter to consumer, and each step needs the right vessel. The 35ml lidded container protects pre-prepared samples in transit, the 65ml acrylic tasting cup presents the sample at the counter, and the 250ml tumbler covers drink samples and larger portions.
Matching cup to sample type
Dry samples, dips and sauces need a lidded format to survive handling; liquids and tasting portions need a clear cup for presentation. Match the vessel to the product so the sample arrives as intended. For measured samples, the 50ml measuring cup gives a repeatable volume.
Volumes and carton planning
Sampling campaigns consume cups fast: a weekend activation can burn through thousands. Plan the volume per event, round up to carton quantities, and keep a reserve. Because these are stocked wholesale lines, the sampling cups range can be reordered quickly between activations.
One supplier, one spec
Keeping cups, lidded containers and larger formats on one wholesale account means the sampling kit stays consistent across every activation, city and brand team. The quality control and portioning equipment range holds the full set.
The sampling pack flow
A sampling campaign has a flow: prepare, transport, present. The 35ml lidded container covers preparation and transport, the 65ml acrylic tasting cup covers presentation, and the 250ml tumbler extends to beverage samples. Matching the vessel to each step keeps the campaign professional end to end.
Food safety at the tasting station
Tasting stations are a food-safety surface. Single-use, food-grade cups remove washing and cross-contamination risk, and lidded containers keep samples protected until the moment of service. Clear, sealed presentation also signals care to customers before they taste.
Quantities for multi-city campaigns
Multi-city or multi-week campaigns multiply volume planning. Estimate per-site consumption, multiply by sites and days, add a buffer, and order in cartons. Stocked lines mean the second city can be supplied without a second qualification cycle. The sampling cups range covers the formats.
Consistency across brand teams
When multiple teams run the same campaign, a fixed pack spec keeps the customer experience identical everywhere. Document the vessel, fill and label, and one wholesale account keeps every team on the same item. Request a quote to lock carton pricing across the campaign.
Choosing vessels by sample type
Match the vessel to the sample. Liquids and tasting portions suit the 65ml acrylic tasting cup for clear presentation. Dips, powders and dry samples travel best in the 35ml lidded container, which keeps contents sealed and stackable. Drink samples and larger portions move up to the 250ml tumbler. A short vessel matrix per campaign removes guesswork at the packing table.
Planning stock across activations
If campaigns run back to back, set a standing reorder for the vessel matrix rather than re-quoting every activation. A quarterly bulk quote covering the cups, containers and tumblers locks pricing and keeps the campaign team supplied without administrative delays.
Frequently asked questions
Are the tasting cups food-grade?
Yes — the acrylic 65ml tasting cup is food-grade and BPA-free, made for beverage and food sampling.
Can the 65ml cup be used as a shot glass?
Yes — it is a clear, single-use acrylic vessel in the shooter range. It reads as glass without the breakage risk.
How many cups come per carton?
Carton quantities are listed on each product page. For event-sized orders, request a bulk quote for carton pricing.
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