What is the standard rule for calculating alcohol for a wedding?

The golden catering rule assumes 1 drink per guest per hour of the reception (with slightly more consumed during the first cocktail hour). For a 4-hour wedding with 100 drinking guests, plan for approximately 400 to 450 total servings.

What is the typical split between beer, wine, and liquor?

For a full bar: 50% Wine, 30% Beer, and 20% Liquor. For a beer and wine only bar: 60% Wine and 40% Beer.

Wedding & Party Alcohol Calculator

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Event Presets:

Total Estimated Drinks

450 servings

~1 drink per guest / hour

Total Guests
            100
            people
          
85 drinkers · 15 non-drinkers

1. Guests & Duration

Drinking Guests (Adults 21+)

Non-Drinkers / Designated

Reception Duration (Hours)

Bar Menu Type

2. Toast & Preferences

🍾 Include Champagne Toast (1 glass per guest)

☀️ Warm Weather / Outdoor (Boosts beer & ice by 25%)

Liquor Bottle Sizing

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Quantities calculated with standard 5 oz wine, 12 oz beer, and 1.5 oz spirit pours:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many glasses of wine are in a 750ml bottle?

A standard 750ml wine bottle yields exactly 5 glasses of wine at the standard 5-ounce restaurant pour.

How much ice do I need for a party?

Plan for 1.5 lbs of ice per guest for warm weather or outdoor events (covers both chilling beer/wine in tubs and drink ice). For indoor winter dinner parties, 1 lb per guest is sufficient.

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