Question 1

How many drinks per person should I plan for a wedding?

Accepted Answer

A common rule is one drink per person per hour for moderate drinkers. Light events average 0.5 drinks per hour, while heavy celebrations can reach 1.5 drinks per hour.

Question 2

What is the standard wine/beer/spirits split?

Accepted Answer

A typical wedding uses 50% wine, 30% beer and 20% spirits. You can adjust this based on your crowd. Summer weddings tend to shift more toward beer and cocktails.

Question 3

How many glasses are in a bottle of wine?

Accepted Answer

A standard 750ml wine bottle yields about 5 glasses (150ml per glass). For champagne toasts, plan one bottle per 6-7 guests as flutes hold less.

Question 4

Should I buy more than the calculated amount?

Accepted Answer

We recommend adding 10-15% extra to account for spillage, heavier-than-expected drinking and unexpected guests. Most retailers accept returns on unopened cases.

Question 5

When should I buy wedding alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Buy 2-4 weeks before the wedding. This gives time for exchanges if needed. Look for bulk discounts, sale-or-return policies and case deals from wholesalers.

Wedding Alcohol Calculator

Frequently asked questions

Wedding Alcohol Calculator

Frequently asked questions