Drinks Per Person Calculator

Drinks Per Person Calculator – How Much To Buy

Use this drinks calculator to estimate how much alcohol and soft drinks you need for your event. Enter your number of guests and get realistic quantities instantly.

All liquid quantities are shown in litres (L).

How many drinks per person?

For most events, guests will consume between 2 and 4 drinks per hour depending on the event type, duration, and atmosphere.

This calculator uses a balanced split:

  • 50% beer
  • 30% wine
  • 20% soft drinks

Drinks planning tips

Consumption increases at longer events and when drinks are freely available. Evening events tend to result in higher alcohol consumption than daytime events.

Always allow a buffer to avoid running out, especially for larger groups.

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