Carrier Packaging
Custom cardboard carriers that let someone pick up several drinks or products at once and get them where they are going in a single trip. Cup carriers, bottle carriers and specialist carriers, in 2, 4 and 6-packs, each with the compartments and handle the load needs. Orders start from 100 units.
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A carrier does one job: it lets a person lift several things at once and get them to the table, the car or the customer in one trip. Which carrier you need follows from three answers: what you are carrying, how many at a time, and whether someone has to walk with it.
Carrying cups
Hot drinks are the hardest thing to carry, because a full cup tips easily and a lid only stays put if the cup stays upright. A cup carrier gives each cup its own compartment so the set travels level. A 2 Cup Carrier Tray handles a pair for a short walk from the counter. For more cups or a longer carry, a Portable Cup Carrier or a Paper Coffee Cup Carrier With Handle adds a handle to lift the whole set together. The Takeaway Coffee Cup Carrier does the same for a counter that turns over a lot of takeaway orders. The cups themselves are a separate order on Custom Paper Cups; the carrier is what holds them.
Carrying bottles
Bottles need keeping apart so they do not knock together in transit, which is what the dividers in a bottle carrier do. The count sets the format: a 4 Bottle Cardboard Carrier or a 6 Bottle Cardboard Carrier for a multipack, and a Cardboard Bottle Carrier or Bottle Carrier Boxes for other counts. A broader run of drinks is covered by Custom Beverage Carrier Boxes. The board is chosen around the filled weight and the carry, since a loaded six-pack asks more of a handle than a pair does.
A carrier for something else
Not every carrier is for drinks. Poultry Carrier Boxes carry a bird from the counter, and a Cat Carrier Cardboard Box is a lightweight cardboard carry box for a short trip to the vet. Each is die-cut for what it holds rather than adapted from a drinks carrier.
Choosing the format
Two things separate one carrier from another: how it is lifted, and how many it holds. A flat tray sits steady on a hand or a counter for a short move and stacks neatly behind the till. A handled carrier is built to be walked with, so it suits a run out to a car or across a busy room. The count then narrows it further, because a pair, a four and a six each take a different divider layout to keep every item in its own place. Settle the lift and the count first, and the product that fits becomes obvious. If the load is heavier or the walk is longer, that is a reason to move up to a handled format rather than a tray, since the handle carries the weight the hand would otherwise take.
Printing, food contact and ordering
The compartments and the carry handle are die-cut into the board, and the surface is printed from a single logo to a full design, in offset, digital or screen printing to suit the run. A carrier is one of the few packs a customer holds in full view while walking through a venue or down a street. A logo printed on it is seen far more than one on a box that goes straight into a bag. Pantone references and CMYK values can be used to manage colour consistency, subject to normal variation caused by the chosen board, ink, coating and production method. Several of these carriers hold food directly. Food-contact material suitability is confirmed for the specific material before production. Orders start from 100 units. Standard production takes 6 to 8 business days after approval. Design support is free. A digital 3D mock-up is free. UK delivery is free. There are no setup fees. An unlaminated paperboard construction may be easier to process through suitable paper-recycling streams than a heavily laminated alternative. Final recyclability depends on the full material and finishing specification and the facilities available locally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about ordering, artwork, production, materials and delivery.
Can I get a count or size that is not a standard 2, 4 or 6?
Yes. Two, four and six are the common counts, but the compartments are die-cut, so an unusual count, a taller bottle or a wider cup can be cut to rather than forced into a stock size. Send the item and how many travel together, and the layout is built around it.
Does the carrier have a handle?
The carry formats have a handle die-cut into the board so the whole set lifts as one, and the flat tray formats sit steady for a short carry from the counter. Which suits depends on how far it has to go.
Do the cups or bottles come with the carrier?
No. The carrier holds them, and the drinks are ordered separately; for the cups themselves, Custom Paper Cups is the place, and bottles are supplied by you.
Are the food-service carriers food-safe?
Food-contact material suitability is confirmed for the specific material before production. Confirming any information printed on the carrier remains your business's responsibility, or that of its adviser.
What is the minimum order for carrier packaging?
Orders start from 100 units. Standard production takes 6 to 8 business days after approval. UK delivery is free.
Finishing & Material Options
Choose from premium coating, board, printing and finishing options for your insert boxes.

Varnish
A transparent finishing layer available in gloss, satin, or matte effects. It enhances the printed surface and adds an extra layer of visual appeal and light protection.

Spot UV
A UV-cured coating applied to specific areas of the design to create gloss or matte contrast and draw attention to important details.

Soft Touch Coating
A smooth, velvety coating that creates a soft tactile feel and gives packaging a refined luxury look. It improves the unboxing experience and supports a high-end product presentation.

Silk Lamination
A soft, smooth lamination with a refined satin-like finish. It gives packaging a premium feel while keeping the surface elegant, subtle, and easy to handle.

Spot Gloss UV
A high-gloss UV coating applied only to selected design areas to create sharp contrast, highlight logos, and add a premium visual effect without coating the whole surface.

Aqueous Coating
A clear, fast-drying water-based coating that adds a smooth protective layer while maintaining a clean and professional surface finish. It is a practical choice for everyday printed packaging.

Anti-Scratch
A durable protective film that helps reduce visible scratches, scuffs, fingerprints, and daily handling marks. It keeps packaging looking clean, polished, and premium for longer.

White Kraft Paper
A bleached kraft paperboard made from a mix of virgin and recycled pulp, offering a clean white surface for crisp and polished packaging designs.

Uncoated Unbleached Kraft
A natural kraft paperboard without coating, made from virgin and recycled pulp. It provides a raw, organic appearance with sturdy packaging strength.

SBS C2S Paper
A premium bleached paperboard coated on both sides, designed for excellent print quality, die-cutting, and professional packaging results.

SBS C1S Paper
A high-quality bleached paperboard coated on one side. It provides a clean printable face with a premium packaging feel.

Printing Paper
A smooth printable paper stock that supports high-resolution graphics, clean text, and rich color output for refined packaging presentation.

Natural Brown Kraft Paper
A natural kraft paperboard made from strong virgin and recycled pulp. It provides an organic, earthy look for sustainable and simple packaging.

Metallic Paper
A specialty paperboard with a laminated metallic surface available in gold, silver, and other premium finishes for luxury visual impact.

Holographic Paper
A specialty paperboard with a laminated holographic surface that creates a reflective, rainbow-like appearance for eye-catching product packaging.

Fully Recycled CCNB Paper
A recycled duplex paperboard with a white printable surface. It is ideal for economical packaging that still requires clean graphics and brand presentation.

Clay-Coated Kraft Back
A kraft board with a smooth clay-coated white face for quality printing and a natural kraft reverse side for a strong, authentic appearance.

Clay Natural Kraft
A kraft paperboard with a clay-coated printable top surface and a natural unbleached kraft back. It balances clean branding with a rustic natural look.

CCNB Paper
A duplex paperboard made with recycled pulp and a coated white printable surface. It delivers smooth print results for affordable carton packaging.

Black Kraft Paper
A black-dyed kraft board with a natural paper texture and excellent strength. It creates a bold, premium look for luxury and specialty packaging.

Window Patching
A packaging technique where a die-cut opening is covered with a transparent film, allowing the product inside to remain visible while staying protected.

Registered Embossing
An embossing technique where the raised design is precisely aligned with printed artwork to improve detail, texture, and overall presentation.

Hot Foil Stamping
A finishing process in which heat and pressure transfer metallic foil to the surface, creating a premium, shiny, and luxurious effect.

Combination Embossing
A premium finishing method that combines embossing with foil stamping to create a raised design with metallic color and strong visual impact.

Cold Foil Stamping
A decorative process that transfers foil onto selected areas of the surface using UV-curable adhesive, creating a bright metallic effect with sharp detail.

Blind Embossing
A technique that raises a design from the surface without ink or foil, giving packaging a clean, elegant, and textured appearance.

Blind Debossing
A finishing technique that presses a design into the material to create a recessed impression without using ink or foil. It adds subtle depth and a refined tactile effect.

UV Printing
A fast-curing printing process that uses ultraviolet light to dry ink instantly, delivering sharp detail, vibrant colors, and a premium finish.

Screen Printing
A durable printing method that uses a mesh screen and stencil to apply ink to surfaces. It is ideal for bold colors and high-impact packaging designs.

Offset Printing
A traditional high-quality printing process that transfers designs from plates to a rubber blanket before printing, making it ideal for large-volume production.

Digital Printing
A modern printing method that does not require printing plates, making it cost-effective and efficient for short runs, sample production, and small-batch quantities.

Triple Wall Flute
Built with three corrugated layers between four linerboard sheets, providing heavy-duty strength for large or industrial packaging needs.

Single Wall Flute
A standard corrugated structure with one fluted medium and two linerboards, providing dependable strength for everyday packaging.

Single Flute
A corrugated sheet with one flute layer between two liners, offering lightweight strength for protective packaging.

F-Flute
An ultra-thin flute grade designed for lightweight packaging, small retail boxes, and high-quality printed presentation.

E-Flute
A slim flute grade with a flatter surface, ideal for detailed printing, display packaging, and premium retail boxes.

Double Wall Flute
Made with two layers of corrugated medium between linerboard sheets, offering added strength and durability for heavier products.

C-Flute
A versatile corrugated flute that offers balanced compression strength, cushioning, and printability for many packaging applications.

B-Flute
A thinner flute grade with a smooth surface, making it suitable for high-quality printing, precise die-cutting, and neat retail packaging.

A-Flute
A thick corrugated flute profile that provides excellent cushioning, compression strength, and stacking support for protective packaging.

Oyster White Board
A coated linerboard with an off-white surface, suitable for high-quality printing and a refined packaging appearance.

Natural Kraft Board
An unbleached kraft linerboard made from recycled paper pulp, offering a natural look with strong durability for eco-conscious packaging.

Kemi White Board
A coated semi-gloss linerboard with a smooth white surface, ideal for sharp printing, premium presentation, and retail-ready packaging.

Bleached White Board
A fully bleached corrugated board with a bright white surface, designed to produce clean, vibrant, and high-quality printed packaging.

UV Ink
A UV-cured ink that dries instantly under ultraviolet light and creates crisp, high-quality print results on a wide range of packaging materials.

Soy Ink
A plant-based ink made with soybean oil, offering rich color output and a more sustainable printing option for carton packaging.

Pantone
A standardized color-matching system used to achieve consistent, accurate brand colors across packaging, labels, and printed materials.

CMYK
A full-color printing process using cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks to create vibrant images, gradients, and detailed packaging artwork.











