Wedding Alcohol Calculator
Estimate beer, wine, and liquor for your guest list.Enter your guest count and bar hours to estimate beer, wine, and liquor for your wedding.
Step 1
Your eventYour event details
Included in total guestsIncluded in the total guest count above.
Drink mix
Drink settingsAdvanced drink settings (optional)
One drink per hour, with an optional extra for the event. A buying estimate, not a drinking recommendation.Per guest drinking alcohol: one drink per hour, with an optional extra drink for the whole event. This estimates purchasing, not a suggested amount to drink.
Good to know
The beer estimate calls for 105 individual servings, rounded up to full 24-packs. Bottle totals are rounded up. Split the liquor total between vodka, tequila, and other spirits to match your recipes. Mixers, water, alcohol-free drinks, ice, garnishes, and a separate toast are not included.
Step 2
Your estimateYour shopping estimate
350
total drinks to plan for
- Beer · 24-packs
- 5
- Wine bottles · 750 ml
- 21
- Liquor bottles · 750 ml
- 9
- Guests drinking alcohol
- 70
- Guests not drinking alcohol
- 30
Beer, wine, and liquor only. Add mixers, ice, water, and any separate toast.
Estimate details
- Guests drinking alcohol
- 70
- Guests not drinking alcohol
- 30
100 total guests · 4 hours · 5 drinks per guest drinking alcohol · 30% beer, 30% wine, 40% cocktails · 1.5 oz liquor per cocktail.
An inventory estimate, not a recommendation to consume alcohol. Offer alcohol-free options and coordinate responsible service with your bartender.
Wedding Alcohol Calculator
350
total drinks to plan for
- Beer · 24-packs
- 5
- Wine bottles · 750 ml
- 21
- Liquor bottles · 750 ml
- 9
- Guests drinking alcohol
- 70
- Guests not drinking alcohol
- 30
Based on: 100 total guests · 4 hours · 5 drinks per guest drinking alcohol · 30% beer, 30% wine, 40% cocktails · 1.5 oz liquor per cocktail.
Good to know: The beer estimate calls for 105 individual servings, rounded up to full 24-packs. Bottle totals are rounded up. Split the liquor total between vodka, tequila, and other spirits to match your recipes. Mixers, water, alcohol-free drinks, ice, garnishes, and a separate toast are not included.
An inventory estimate, not a recommendation to consume alcohol. Offer appealing alcohol-free options and coordinate responsible service with your bartender.
Planning notes & FAQs
How we calculated this
- Drinks = guests drinking alcohol × bar hours, plus one extra per guest if selected.
- Beer and wine use your chosen percentages; cocktails fill the rest.
- Wine uses 5 US fl oz per glass; cocktails use your selected 1.5 or 2 oz of liquor. We round up to 750 ml bottles and 24-packs of beer.
- Alcohol only: add mixers, ice, water, garnishes, alcohol-free drinks, and toast drinks separately. This estimates shopping, not recommended consumption.
See an example
70 drinking guests × (4 bar hours + 1 extra) = 350 drinks. At 30% beer, 30% wine, and 40% cocktails with 1.5 oz of liquor each: 5 beer 24-packs, 21 wine bottles, and 9 liquor bottles.
Common questions
How much alcohol do I need for a 100-person wedding?
It depends on how many guests drink alcohol and how long the bar is open. For example, 70 drinking guests over four hours gives 350 drinks when you allow one per hour plus one extra per person. Enter your own guest count and drink preferences to adjust the list.
Does the calculator include champagne for a toast?
No. Use the champagne toast calculator if everyone receives a separate toast pour. If guests toast with a drink they already have, a separate full round may not be necessary. Confirm the service plan before adding bottles.
Can I use this for a beer-and-wine-only wedding?
Yes. Set beer and wine to a combined 100%, which makes the cocktail share zero. The liquor quantity will then be zero. The same approach works for an entirely beer or wine menu.
Does this include mixers, ice and garnishes?
No. This calculator estimates beer, wine and liquor only. Bronze, Silver, and Gold include mixers, ice, coolers, and garnishes. Bartender-only service includes bar tools, setup, cleanup, and a shopping list; you supply the drinks and ingredients.