At Steel City, we know that branded drinks need to look the part. We shortlist items based on print area, pack format, and lead time because we know drinks get handled, chilled, and posted. If they feel fiddly or unfinished, they risk being binned fast.
- Defined Print Panels: It’s really important that your branding is seen. We work with wrap labels and full-colour print on packaging with set print areas like 205 × 85mm and larger box/sleeve panels. Drinks get photographed in-hand, and anything off-centre or too small just disappears. This keeps your logo placement consistent across the full order so you can sign it off and roll it out without “sticker-on-a-can” results.
- Express Lead-Time Options: We know deadlines can be tight. We choose items with express routes (including 3 Day Express Delivery) alongside clear production windows like 5 days and 14-15 days from artwork approval. If you’ve got a fixed event date or induction day, this lets you pick from formats that can actually make the deadline instead of gambling on shipping.
- Pack-Ready Cartons: We’ll manage the process from artwork approval right through to boxed supply. We know that loose items turn into last-minute sorting, damaged packaging, and incomplete kits. This keeps cartons arriving ready for your team to place straight into welcome packs, mailers, or event stock.
- Boxed Gift Formats: We always recommend drinks that arrive with kraft boxes, printed sleeves, or card envelopes. Cans and tubes pick up scuffs fast when they’re handled across reception desks, vans, and meeting rooms. If the drink is meant to feel like a gift, this keeps it looking finished and high quality without you having to source extra packaging.
- UK-Made Repeatability: We include UK-made options where we can because repeat orders often fall over when you try to match a previous format on a tight turnaround. If you’re running regular intakes, roadshows, or campaign waves, this keeps reordering predictable and reduces restock delays.
- Alcohol + No-Alcohol Coverage: We keep both non-alcohol and alcohol options in play because mixed audiences are where packs can get awkward. If your list includes non-drinkers or you’re shipping to workplaces with alcohol restrictions, this lets you keep the same pack structure without empty slots.
- Curation With Headroom: We use the products shown above as baseline picks because they hit the minimum standard for print area, pack format, and delivery control. However, we can source beyond them when your volumes and lead times allow. If you need a different pack size, label space, or a more bespoke look, our team can usually bring options that still behave properly in transit and on a desk.