Party Drink Calculator
Party cheers illustration

Plan your party drinks in 30 seconds

Tell us about your party. We'll do the math.
1. Basics

How many people are coming?

people

How long will the party last?
Adjusts for heat and activity.

Drink Type

Will alcohol be served?

Drinks

Pick the drinks available at your party.
waterWater
sodaSoda
teaTea
juiceJuice
2. Results
Drink plan menu illustration

Pick your drinks (multi-select)

πŸ’‘ Tips
beer

Beer: Most guests drink 1–2 drinks per hour.

wine

Wine: 1 bottle serves about 5 glasses.

soda

Spirits: 1 bottle mixed drinks for ~10 people.

water

Water: Don't forget water! Guests appreciate it.

Party Drink Calculator β€” Free Tool for Any Event

Plan your party drinks in seconds. Enter your guest count, party duration, and thirst level. We calculate exact quantities of beer, wine, soda, juice, tea, and water β€” no guesswork needed.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the number of guests and party duration.
  2. Set the thirst level (light, normal, or high activity).
  3. Choose whether to include alcohol.
  4. Select the drinks you plan to serve.
  5. Hit Calculate β€” get instant results by drink type.

How Much Alcohol Per Person at a Party?

The standard rule: plan for 1–2 drinks per guest per hour. For a 3-hour party with 20 guests, that's 60–120 drinks total. Our calculator applies this formula automatically and adjusts for your specific drink mix.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many drinks do I need for a party of 50?

For 50 guests at a 3-hour party, plan for 150–300 drinks. Use our calculator to break this down by beer, wine, and soft drinks.

How much beer do I need for a party?

A standard case has 24 bottles. For 20 guests over 3 hours, you typically need 2–3 cases. Our calculator gives you the exact number.

How many bottles of wine for 20 guests?

One bottle serves about 5 glasses. For 20 guests over 3 hours with moderate drinking, plan for 8–12 bottles.

Is this calculator free?

Yes. 100% free, no sign-up required. Works in English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Does it work for non-alcoholic parties?

Yes. Select "Soft Drinks Only" and choose from water, soda, juice, and tea.

How do I plan drinks for an outdoor summer party?

Set thirst level to "Very Thirsty" β€” this adjusts quantities up for heat and physical activity.

* All quantities are estimates based on standard bartending guidelines (1.5 drinks/person/hour). Adjust based on your guests and event type.