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Wine Bottle Servings Calculator

How many bottles for your party.

Total bottles
12
60 pours, 5 per 750 ml bottle. Buy 1 case.
Red
8 bottles
White / sparkling
4 bottles
Rules of thumb
  • Round up. Leftover bottles keep; running out does not.
  • For weddings, plan for one drink per guest in the first hour and one every 30 to 45 minutes after.
  • In summer or for outdoor events, shift toward white and sparkling.

About

A standard bottle has 5 servings. People drink different amounts at different events. Plan for one drink an hour at dinner, two an hour at a cocktail party. This calculator factors in head count, duration, and event type.

How to use

  1. Enter the number of guests.
  2. Pick the event type and duration.
  3. See bottles needed.

FAQ

How many glasses per bottle?+

Five 5-oz pours from a standard 750ml bottle. Restaurant pours run 5-6 oz. House pours at parties tend to be 4-5.

Should I add red and white separately?+

Yes. A common rule is 60% red, 40% white for dinners, flipped for summer parties. Add a bit of bubbly to start things off.