Summer is the perfect season for practical, stylish, and memorable promotional products. Whether your audience is heading to the beach, commuting to work, traveling, camping, or spending long days outdoors, custom tumblers are one of the most useful branded gifts you can offer.
They keep drinks cold, travel easily, and give your brand repeated visibility all season long. From sleek stainless steel bottles to oversized travel mugs and colorful reusable tumblers, these five custom drinkware picks are made for summer gifting.
1. 14 oz Asobu Orb Water Bottle
Compact, modern, and beautifully designed, the 14 oz Asobu Orb Water Bottle is a premium drinkware option for brands that want to give away something elevated and practical. Its rounded silhouette and soft-touch finish give it a contemporary look, while its high-performance construction makes it ideal for everyday use.
The Orb features a double-wall, vacuum-insulated stainless steel body with copper lining, helping keep drinks hot for up to 12 hours or cold for up to 24 hours. One of its standout features is the ceramic-coated interior, which helps preserve a pure, clean taste while resisting odors and stains. That means no lingering coffee, tea, or flavored-water aftertaste between drinks.
It also includes a leakproof lid, sweat-free exterior, and ergonomic shape, making it a great choice for travel, work, and daily errands. BPA-free, lead-free, and compliant with FDA and Prop 65 standards, it is a compact but premium gift that feels thoughtful and functional.
Best for: Employee appreciation gifts, wellness campaigns, executive giveaways, travel promotions, and premium event swag.
Suggested printing method: Laser engraving for a sleek, long-lasting premium finish. For colorful branding, use pad print or full-color imprint, with hand washing recommended to help preserve the decoration.
2. 16 oz Sunsplash Double Wall Tumbler
Bright, casual, and made for summer sipping, the 16 oz Sunsplash Double Wall Tumbler is a fun giveaway option for warm-weather events. Made with up to 25% post-industrial polypropylene material, it offers a more mindful promotional choice while still keeping the look playful and budget-friendly.
Its double-wall construction helps insulate cold beverages, making it perfect for iced tea, lemonade, fruit-infused water, and other refreshing summer drinks. The tumbler comes with a snap-on, spill-resistant lid and a matching 9-inch straw, giving it a coordinated, cheerful look.
Made in the USA and compliant with Prop 65, the Sunsplash tumbler is a great pick when you need a lightweight, reusable drinkware item that works well for large-scale giveaways.
Best for: Outdoor festivals, school events, summer camps, beach promotions, company picnics, and community giveaways.
Suggested printing method: Screen printing for bold logos, event names, and simple graphics. It is ideal for high-volume promotions where strong brand visibility matters.
3. 12 oz Vinay Stemless Wine Tumbler
For summer evenings, outdoor entertaining, and relaxed hospitality gifting, the 12 oz Vinay Stemless Wine Tumbler is a polished and versatile choice. Its stemless design gives it a casual, modern feel, while the stainless steel construction makes it much more durable than traditional glassware.
The Vinay features a stainless steel outer and inner wall, double-wall vacuum insulation, and a powder-coated finish. It is designed to help maintain the temperature of both hot and cold beverages, making it useful beyond wine. Recipients can use it for chilled rosé, cocktails, iced coffee, tea, or sparkling water.
The snap-on sip-through lid adds convenience for outdoor events, patios, poolside lounging, and casual travel. Its compact 12 oz size makes it easy to hold, easy to pack, and easy to enjoy.
Best for: Hospitality promotions, wineries, resort gifts, outdoor concerts, client thank-you gifts, and summer happy hour events.
Suggested printing method: Laser engraving for a refined tone-on-tone look, especially on the powder-coated finish. For colorful event branding, consider pad printing.
4. Perka Kempton 40 oz Double Wall Stainless Steel Travel Mug
Big hydration is having a major moment, and the Perka Kempton 40 oz Double Wall Stainless Steel Travel Mug is built for people who want their drink to last all day. With its generous capacity, ergonomic handle, and cup-holder-friendly shape, this travel mug is a summer essential for road trips, sports, camping, and busy daily routines.
Made from 18/8 food-grade stainless steel, the Kempton features double-wall vacuum insulation with copper lining to keep drinks hot for up to 18 hours or cold for up to 36 hours. It includes a transparent lid with a spill-resistant slide closure for hot drinks, plus a Tritan straw for cold beverages.
The large opening makes it easy to add ice and clean, while the durable powder coating helps resist scratches. BPA-free, FDA compliant, and Prop 65 compliant, this mug combines performance with everyday convenience.
Another meaningful detail: a portion of proceeds is donated to Shelter to Soldier, a nonprofit organization that rescues dogs and trains them as service animals for veterans in need. That gives this gift an added feel-good factor.
Best for: Corporate wellness programs, outdoor adventure brands, road trip campaigns, sports teams, employee gifts, and high-value client giveaways.
Suggested printing method: Laser engraving for a durable, premium look that complements the powder-coated finish. For larger brand graphics, a wraparound screen print can create strong visual impact.
5. 32 oz Asobu Cosmic Tumbler with Dual Function Lid
Bold, functional, and made for on-the-go hydration, the Asobu Cosmic Tumbler with Dual Function Lid is a standout summer giveaway. Its sleek tapered body, integrated handle, and modern silhouette give it retail-inspired appeal, while its stainless steel construction makes it durable enough for everyday use.
The Cosmic Tumbler is crafted with double-wall vacuum-insulated stainless steel, helping keep beverages cold for up to 24 hours or hot for up to 12 hours. Its easy-open lid includes a pop-up straw for quick, mess-free sipping, making it great for commutes, workouts, errands, and outdoor activities.
The tumbler is designed to fit most standard cup holders, making it practical for travel and daily routines. Select pastel colors feature a ceramic-coated interior, which helps maintain a clean taste and resist odors. It is also sweat-free, BPA-free, lead-free, and compliant with CCPSA, FDA, and Prop 65 standards. A retail gift box is included, giving it an elevated presentation right out of the box.
Best for: Fitness promotions, lifestyle brands, commuter gifts, summer wellness campaigns, retail-inspired swag, and employee welcome kits.
Suggested printing method: Laser engraving for a clean, premium finish. For brands with colorful logos, consider full-color imprinting, especially when the tumbler is used as part of a seasonal campaign or gift set.
Final Sip
Custom tumblers make excellent summer giveaways because they are useful, reusable, and easy to take anywhere. Whether you want a compact premium bottle, a colorful event tumbler, a stylish wine tumbler, a large-capacity travel mug, or a bold everyday hydration piece, there is a drinkware option for every audience and occasion.
The best part? Every sip keeps your brand in hand, on the move, and part of your recipient’s daily routine.