Stainless Steel Drinkware

Stainless steel sublimation drinkware is coated steel tumblers, bottles, mugs, camp cups and barware that survive handling that would break ceramic and carry a higher retail price. Gyms, breweries, outdoor brands and corporate gift buyers order it by the case at about $4.82 to $15.62 per piece, and Photo USA is one of the best places to buy stainless drinkware blanks wholesale.

What's in this collection

• Tumblers: 20 oz skinny at $7.69, tall, can and travel tumblers up to the 30 oz travel tumbler at $12.01.
• Bottles: 500 ml sport bottle from $7.53, 750 ml sports bottle with carabiner lid at $11.40, and 32 oz summit bottles up to $15.62.
• Mugs and camp cups: the 10 oz insulated mug in five colors at $12.19 and 550 and 650 ml camp cups from $12.93.
• Barware: the 16 oz cone beer cup, 48 per case at $4.82, and 350 ml can coolers at $9.25.
• Kids: 350 ml kids tumbler at $9.25 and a 350 ml baby bottle with straw at $10.76.
• Food jars: 350 ml insulated food jar at $13.31.

Which stainless blank to start with

Bare stainless will not hold a dye sublimation transfer. Everything here carries a coating made for sublimation, which is the difference between a blank and hardware.

• Breweries and bars: the 16 oz cone beer cup and can coolers.
• Gyms and teams: 750 ml sports bottles with carabiner lids.
• Corporate gifts: the 10 oz insulated mug in brand colors.
• Outdoor and camping brands: camp cups with swing handles.
• New baby and family gifts: kids tumblers and baby bottles with names.

How much can you make

Custom 20 oz tumblers commonly sell for $22 to $35. For example, a 24 piece case of 750 ml sports bottles costs $273.60; selling them at $28 each returns $672. ASI's 2026 Ad Impressions Study found 87% of people would keep a branded drinkware item and more than three quarters would use it at least once a week.

Holiday ordering and 2026 trends

Stainless drinkware is a top employee gift. Order by early November, and before December at the latest. Gold and silver can tumblers suit Merrymaxxing, the sparkle and bold color trend, and engraved style name designs sell on TikTok Shop, TikTok's in app store.

Read why bottle openers belong next to barware and which tumbler size to stock.

One case minimum on every item, with no dollar minimum and no account application. Most orders ship within 24 hours from our Fremont, CA and Kentucky warehouses. Sourced and distributed by Photo USA Corp.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to buy stainless steel sublimation drinkware in bulk?

Photo USA sells coated stainless drinkware by the case at about $4.82 to $15.62 per piece, with a one case minimum. Most orders ship within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.

Can stainless steel be sublimated?

Only coated stainless. Bare steel will not hold a dye sublimation transfer, which is why every item here carries a sublimation coating.

Is stainless drinkware worth the extra cost over ceramic?

For anything resold or gifted, usually yes. For pure high volume giveaways, ceramic and aluminum are the better economics.

Are stainless sublimation blanks microwave safe?

No. Steel must never be microwaved. Put this clearly on your listings.

Which stainless blank should a brewery or bar start with?

The 16 oz cone beer cup at $4.82 per piece, 48 per case. Add can coolers or bottle openers for a merch table.

How much can I make selling custom stainless steel drinkware?

Custom 20 oz tumblers commonly sell for $22 to $35. For example, 24 sports bottles bought for $273.60 and sold at $28 each return $672.

When should I order stainless drinkware for corporate holiday gifts?

Order by early November so logo proofs can be approved, and before December at the latest.

How do I order stainless drinkware blanks?

Add a case to your cart on photousacorp.com. Most orders ship within 24 hours, and you can contact us for program pricing.