Corporate gifting guide
Branded corporate coasters for autumn events and Christmas gifts
Autumn is when corporate calendars fill up: trade shows, team away-days, client meetings and the first round of Christmas hamper planning. A branded cork coaster printed with your logo is one of the most practical promotional items you can hand out — it costs less than a branded mug, lasts longer than a pen, and sits on a desk giving your brand daily visibility.
Desk presence
A coaster sits under a coffee cup on a desk for months. Every meeting, every brew break, your logo is right there — without the pushy feel of a flyer.
Feels premium, costs less
A 5mm cork coaster with a full-colour logo feels like a quality gift, yet it costs a fraction of branded mugs, notebooks or hampers.
Autumn to Christmas timeline
September trade shows, October team days, November client hampers and December staff gifts — one coaster design can run through the whole season.
Small teams or big events
Order from 50 units for a small client list, or scale to 500+ for conference bags and exhibition giveaways.
Why autumn is the best season for corporate coasters
From September onwards, businesses start spending on events and gifts. Trade shows return after the summer lull, companies host autumn conferences, and marketing teams lock in Christmas client gifts. A branded coaster fits all of these moments: it is flat and light enough to post in a hamper, cheap enough to give away on an exhibition stand, and useful enough to keep on a desk long after the event is over.
The key is ordering early. The closer you get to December, the longer lead times become across the whole promotional merchandise industry. Cork coasters are made to order in our Cornwall studio, but we still recommend getting Christmas orders in by mid-November to avoid the holiday rush.
Corporate events that suit branded coasters
- Trade shows and exhibitions — a branded coaster in a tote bag keeps your logo on the stand and in the office.
- Client meetings and pitches — leave a boxed set behind as a practical reminder of your visit.
- Team away-days and staff rewards — a coaster with the company logo or an inside-joke illustration makes a memorable keepsake.
- Christmas hampers and end-of-year gifts — pair coasters with wine, chocolate, or a desk plant for a complete gift.
- New office openings and rebrand launches — a useful branded item that marks the occasion without being throwaway.
What we can print on your corporate coasters
We print full-colour logos, brand colours, taglines, illustrations and photographs onto 5mm natural cork coasters. The standard coaster is 95mm round or square, depending on the artwork. You can keep it simple with a single logo, or build a full-colour design with a background pattern and contact details.
Popular corporate artwork choices include: a clean logo on a plain background; a repeating pattern using brand colours; a local landmark or office illustration; a seasonal design with a Christmas twist; or a thank-you message for client gifts. We send a digital proof before we print, so you can check colours and positioning.
Packaging options for corporate orders
How the coaster arrives matters almost as much as the coaster itself. We can supply branded coasters loose in bulk, or packaged for distribution:
- Kraft gift boxes — one or four coasters per box, ideal for hampers and client gifts.
- Paper belly bands — a cheaper, eco-friendly wrap for conference bags and event giveaways.
- Cello bags — keeps individual coasters clean and presentable for handouts.
- Bulk boxes of 50 — easiest for trade-show teams to restock a stand quickly.
Pricing and minimum order quantities
Corporate branded coasters start from 50 units with your artwork, making them accessible for smaller teams and client lists. Larger orders of 150, 250 or 500+ benefit from lower unit pricing and are ideal for exhibitions and large hampers. Free artwork setup is included for straightforward logo designs, and we dispatch by Royal Mail Tracked 48 or courier for larger volumes.
For a quick estimate, contact us with your quantity and logo. We will reply with a unit price, digital proof timeline, and delivery date. If you need a sample before committing to a full run, we can produce a small set of proof coasters first.
Branded corporate coasters — FAQs
- Are branded coasters a good corporate gift?
- Yes — they are useful, long-lasting, and sit on desks and meeting tables where your logo gets daily visibility. Unlike sweets or pens that are used up quickly, a cork coaster is kept for months and repeatedly reminds people of your brand.
- What is the minimum order for branded corporate coasters?
- We can produce branded corporate coasters from 50 units upwards, with better unit prices at 150, 250 and 500+. Small batches are ideal for event giveaways or client samples; larger volumes work for Christmas hampers and staff gifts.
- Can you print our logo in full colour on corporate coasters?
- Yes. We print full-colour logos, brand colours, taglines and illustrations onto 5mm cork coasters. You can supply a PDF, AI or high-resolution PNG and we send a digital proof before production.
- How long do personalised corporate coasters take to produce?
- Most corporate coaster orders are printed, cut and dispatched within two to five working days from artwork approval. For larger Christmas orders we recommend ordering by mid-November to guarantee delivery before the holiday shutdown.
- Can corporate coasters be packaged individually for hampers or events?
- Yes. We can box coasters in Kraft gift boxes, paper belly bands, or cello bags — perfect for Christmas hampers, conference welcome packs, or client meeting leave-behinds.
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