Branded mugs

Personalised mugs are one of the most popular and cost-effective corporate gifts for increasing brand visibility. If you're wondering which material to choose, how much they cost, or what size is most suitable, this product combines everyday practicality, affordability, and constant exposure in offices, homes, and cafés.

Which Material Should I Choose for My Personalised Mugs?

The material reflects your company’s values:

• Ceramic: The most popular option thanks to its low cost and visual versatility. It offers a wide range of finishes through both the surface colour and printing techniques. Perfect for trade fairs, events, or welcome packs.
• Porcelain: Higher quality than ceramic, it does not absorb odours or flavours and provides a more elegant finish. Ideal for restaurants, hotels, or premium corporate gifts.
• Metal (aluminium or stainless steel): The most durable and hard-wearing mugs, suitable for laser engraving and excellent at retaining temperature. Ideal for sports organisations or active lifestyle brands.
• Glass: Does not transfer flavours, fully recyclable, and highly elegant. Also available in borosilicate glass. Perfect for creative offices, design studios, or eco-friendly brands.
• Plastic: Affordable, lightweight, durable, and recyclable at the end of its lifespan. Ideal for large-scale promotional campaigns, festivals, or street marketing.

The size of personalised mugs should suit their intended use and ensure the recipient finds the product practical enough for regular use. Small mugs of 60–100 ml are ideal for cafés and restaurants, adding a sophisticated touch. Medium-sized mugs of 200–300 ml are the most classic and versatile option for home, office, or promotional use, offering a large print area. Large mugs of 350–500 ml attract more attention and are ideal for welcome packs for people who enjoy a larger serving of their favourite drink.

Personalisation Techniques Available for Promotional Mugs

Personalised mugs can be customised using a variety of printing techniques depending on the material and shape. Pad printing and screen printing allow for cost-effective logos in 1 to 4 colours on almost any surface, making them two of the most widely used techniques for promotional merchandise. In some cases, screen printing can also be applied around the full circumference of the mug.

Sublimation printing produces full-colour images with photographic quality, making it ideal for eye-catching designs. Sublimated mugs can be washed in the dishwasher, although the mug itself must be white. Ceramic transfer printing transfers the logo from paper onto the surface, creating designs that are virtually permanent. While more expensive, it is perfect for long-lasting promotional campaigns. Laser engraving on metal, glass, wood, or cork offers a refined and elegant finish, ideal for premium corporate gifts.

The price varies depending on the material, size, and printing technique. Between £0.25 and £0.85 per unit, you can find basic reusable plastic models, perfect for large-scale promotional campaigns. Between £0.85 and £1.70, there are AAA-quality ceramic mugs suitable for sublimation printing. Between £1.70 and £2.55, stylish takeaway cups with anti-drip lids stand out, capable of withstanding temperatures of up to 100°C. Above £2.55, you can opt for exclusive designs perceived as premium gifts.

Models to Choose According to Your Audience’s Lifestyle

Mugs can be adapted to suit different needs. Classic mugs are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon tea break. Takeaway cups suit busy lifestyles, especially for people constantly on the move. Thermal mugs keep drinks at the ideal temperature for longer. Small coffee and tea cups are specifically designed for espresso, cortados, or herbal infusions.

Recommended Corporate Uses

Personalised mugs work perfectly at trade fairs as gifts for visitors, in welcome packs for new employees, as merchandise for restaurants or cafés, and in large-scale promotional campaigns thanks to their low cost and guaranteed everyday usefulness.