What is Wedding Alcohol Calculator?
The Wedding Alcohol Calculator helps couples plan their bar service. Buying your own alcohol can save money, but estimating quantities is tricky. The standard rule is 1 drink per person per hour, but the mix (Wine/Beer/Spirit) depends on your crowd and the season.
How it Works
1. Enter 'Guest Count'.
2. Enter 'Duration' (hours).
3. Result = Guests * Hours.
4. Standard Split: 50% Wine, 30% Beer, 20% Spirits.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Guests – Adult drinkers count.
- Duration – Reception length.
- Total Drinks – Guests * Hours.
- Shopping List – Bottles/Cases needed.
Example
Input: 100 guests, 5 hrs
Result: 500 Drinks (50 Wine Btls, 150 Beers, 6 Spirit L)
FAQ
Wine bottle servings?
Standard 750ml bottle = 5 glasses.
Beer keg?
Full US Keg = 165 beers (12oz).
Spirits bottle?
750ml = 16 shots (1.5oz).
Summer vs Winter?
Summer = more beer/white wine; Winter = more red wine.
Toast?
Separate calc: Guests / 6 = Champagne bottles.
Conclusion
It's better to have unopened bottles left over (often returnable) than to run dry. Don't forget the champagne toast (1 bottle pours 6 flutes).