When choosing cups, first determine whether you will use more hot cups or cold cups, and which will be more appropriate for your beverage items. Most hot cups can be used for cold items if necessary, but cold cups are usually designed with minimal insulation, best for cool or iced drinks. For your cups, you may also require lids for your on-the-go customers. Be sure to stick with biodegradable materials and choose lids made from corn plastic for faster biodegradation in composting facilities or landfills.