Packaging
Bubble Tea Cups for Christchurch Operators
If your store is slinging boba in the CBD or the suburbs, the cup matters — here's what actually works.
We already supply 9 bubble tea businesses in Christchurch, from busy CBD spots to suburban takeaway strips. These cups are built for high-volume service: heat-seal film compatible, dome-lid ready, and wide enough for a fat straw to sit without fighting the seal.
Stock sizes run 12oz, 16oz, 22oz, and 24oz. Materials are PP, rPET, or PLA depending on what your operation needs. Clear or printed. No minimum order nonsense — order what you actually use.
Sizes and Materials
Four sizes cover most menus: 12oz for smaller kids' drinks, 16oz for standard serves, 22oz and 24oz for large and loaded orders. All are compatible with both dome lids and heat-seal film — you don't need separate cup ranges for different service styles.
- PP (polypropylene) — tough, reusable-friendly, handles cold fills without warping
- rPET (recycled PET) — crystal-clear visibility, good for showcasing layered drinks
- PLA (plant-based) — compostable option if your store or council is pushing that direction
All cups are wide-bore straw ready. No awkward punching through film with a standard straw.
What Comes With the Cups
A cup without the right lid is half the job. We stock matching dome lids and heat-seal film so your sealing machine and your cups are actually calibrated to each other. Wide-bore bubble tea straws are stocked separately — grab them at the same time so you're not chasing supplies from two different suppliers.
If you're running a heat sealer, make sure you're ordering the right film gauge for your machine. Ask us before you order if you're not sure — it's a quick conversation and saves a wasted carton.
Ordering and Dispatch from Christchurch
Orders placed before 4pm on a NZ business day go same day on stocked lines. Christchurch is well within our South Island delivery network, so turnaround is fast. If you're running low mid-week, you're not waiting until the following Monday to restock.
We're a wholesale distributor, so pricing is set up for operators buying in volume. No retail markups. No filler in the carton. What you order is what arrives.
Christchurch's Bubble Tea Scene Is Growing
Canterbury's CBD revival has brought a solid run of new hospitality openings, and bubble tea is right in the middle of it. Suburban strips in Riccarton, Papanui, and Hornby are busy — weekend foot traffic is real and your cup supply needs to keep up with it.
We work with 9 Christchurch bubble tea operators already. That's not a massive number, but it means we understand what local stores actually need: reliable stock, sensible pack sizes, and someone who picks up the phone.
Frequently asked
What sizes do you stock for bubble tea cups?+
We stock 12oz, 16oz, 22oz, and 24oz. All four are available in PP, rPET, and PLA materials.
Are these cups compatible with heat-seal machines?+
Yes. All cups in this range are heat-seal film compatible. We also stock the matching film — order it at the same time to make sure gauge and cup diameter line up.
Can I get dome lids as well?+
Yes, matching dome lids are stocked. You can run dome lids or heat-seal film depending on your service style — or both if your menu calls for it.
Do you offer compostable bubble tea cups?+
Yes. PLA cups are our compostable option. Check with your local waste contractor about what's accepted in Canterbury before committing to a full carton.
Can I get custom-printed cups?+
Custom print is available. Lead times and minimums apply — contact us directly to talk through what's involved for your volume and artwork.
What's the delivery situation for Christchurch?+
Orders in before 4pm on a NZ business day go same day on stocked lines. We service Christchurch as part of our regular South Island delivery run.
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Same-day dispatch
Order before 4pm. Out the door same day.
Full range, customer-specific pricing, stocked in NZ.