Custom Beer Tap Handles & Acrylic Components for Manufacturers
Midton manufactures premium acrylic components used in custom beer tap handles, working with tap handle manufacturers, drinks brands, and creative agencies worldwide.
Precision Components for Premium Tap Handle Manufacturing
While many companies focus on producing complete tap handles, we specialise in the precision components inside them — delivering exceptional clarity, durability, and visual impact using cast acrylic.
If you’re searching for a tap handle manufacturer partner, we support your production with high-end parts that elevate your final product.
Built for Tap Handle Manufacturers
We work alongside beer tap handle manufacturers to supply the specialist components required to create standout designs.
Our parts are used in:
- Custom beer tap handles
- Craft brewery tap systems
- Global drinks brand activations
- Premium bar and retail displays
Whether you’re producing one-off designs or large production runs, we integrate seamlessly into your workflow.
Who We Work With
POS and retail display companies
Tap handle manufacturers
Brewery and drinks brands
Creative and branding agencies
At Midton, our tap handle components aren’t just parts; they’re the foundation of brand identity.
Graham Ramsay, Design Director
Our Tap Handle Components
Acrylic Tap Handle Ends
Precision moulded and CNC-machined ends designed for strength, clarity, and consistency.
- Solid cast acrylic (not resin)
- Machined to exact tolerances
- Polished, frosted or textured finishes
- Designed for integration into custom tap handles
Let’s Build Better Tap Handles
If you’re developing custom beer tap handles and need a reliable partner for high-quality acrylic components, we’d love to work with you.
Illuminated Bottle & Can Encapsulations
Embed real bottles or cans inside crystal-clear acrylic for high-impact illuminated tap handles.
- True encapsulation (not bonded inserts)
- LED-compatible designs
- Ideal for premium or limited-edition tap handles
- Strong storytelling for drinks brands
Logo Domes for Tap Handles
High-clarity domed acrylic badges that enhance branding and visibility.
- Optical-grade clarity
- Magnification effect for logos
- Printed or engraved finishes
- Durable, scratch-resistant surface
Some of the Great Brands we have Worked with
Bottle Glorifiers & Display Elements
Supporting bar displays designed to complement tap handles and increase product visibility.
- Illuminated acrylic bases
- Premium retail and bar presentation
- Ideal for spirits, beer, and branded activations
Ice-Effect Acrylic Displays
Create striking “ice” aesthetics for seasonal or high-end bar installations.
- Textured internal effects
- Light-reactive finishes
- Unique visual impact
Why Cast Acrylic for Tap Handles?
Most custom beer tap handles are made using resin or moulded plastics — but cast acrylic offers a superior finish.
- Glass-like clarity
- Long-term durability
- No yellowing over time
- Premium feel for high-end brands
This is why cast acrylic is used in flagship tap handles and brand displays.
Supporting Custom Tap Handle Production
We don’t compete with tap handle manufacturers — we support them.
Midton provides:
- Prototype development
- Small batch production
- High-volume component manufacturing
Working from:
- CAD files
- Design concepts
- Physical samples
Our goal is to help you create better custom tap handles with higher perceived value.
Case Studies
Case Study: BrewDog Can Glorifiers for Hotel Room Numbers
Discover how Midton embedded BrewDog beer cans in crystal clear acrylic to create illuminated hotel room number displays for BrewDog’s DogHouse hotels around the world.
Midton’s Role in the Dalmore Luminary Collection – Third Instalment
Midton’s flair and limitless passion for creativity has a deep-rooted relationship with The Dalmore, so it was a natural fit for this project.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Custom Tap Handles
Do you supply components to tap handle manufacturers?
Yes, we specialise in supplying high-quality acrylic components to tap handle manufacturers rather than producing complete tap handles ourselves.
What is the difference between cast acrylic and resin tap handle parts?
Cast acrylic offers superior clarity, strength, and long-term durability compared to resin, making it ideal for premium tap handle designs and illuminated features.
Can your components be used in illuminated tap handles?
Yes, our acrylic components are designed to work seamlessly with LED lighting, making them ideal for illuminated tap handles and bar displays.
Do you offer custom designs for tap handle components?
Absolutely. We manufacture bespoke components based on CAD files, sketches, or concepts, tailored to your specific tap handle design.
What quantities can you produce?
We support everything from one-off prototypes to high-volume production runs, depending on your project requirements.
Can you embed real objects like bottles or cans inside acrylic?
Yes, we specialise in encapsulating real bottles, cans, and other objects within cast acrylic for high-impact tap handles and displays.
How durable are acrylic tap handle components?
Our cast acrylic components are highly durable, resistant to yellowing, and designed to maintain their clarity and finish over time.
Do you work with breweries and drinks brands directly?
Yes, we work with both tap handle manufacturers and drinks brands, often supporting product launches, promotions, and retail displays.
Need Some Guidance?
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