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How much alcohol and food do you need for a party of 50 guests?
For a 4-hour evening party with 50 guests, plan for approximately 250 total drinks (5 drinks per person): 24–30 bottles of wine, 60–80 bottles of beer, 3 bottles of spirits with 10 litres of mixers, and 25kg of ice. For catering, provide 6–8 canapés per person for cocktail events or a full 3-course dinner.
Rule of Thumb: 2 drinks in hour 1, 1 per hour after.
Wine Standard: 1 standard bottle (750ml) = 5 glasses.
Spirits: 1 standard bottle (700ml) = ~28 measures (25ml).
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Recommended Bar & Drinks Quantities
28
Bottles Wine
10
Prosecco / Fizz
70
Beers / Ciders
4
Spirits (70cl)
12
Litres Mixers
25kg
Bagged Ice
Estimated Budget Allocation
£2,750
Based on standard hospitality industry allocation matrices.
Food & Catering:£880
Venue & Hire:£770
Drinks & Bar:£495
Music & DJ:£330
Decor & Invites:£165
Contingency Reserve:£110
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