How Much Booze To Buy For A Wedding

So, you're planning a wedding, huh? Congrats! Now, let's tackle the big question: how much booze should you buy? Don't worry, I won't bore you with some stuffy, formal guide. We're friends here, right? Let's chat about this like we're grabbing a coffee.

First things first: know your crowd

Are your guests more of a 'one glass of wine with dinner' type, or are they more like, 'let's dance on the tables' kind of party animals? Knowing your crowd will help you gauge how much alcohol to buy. Don't be that person who runs out of booze before the night's over - or worse, has enough to float a small boat.

Let's talk numbers

As a general rule, plan for about two drinks per person, per hour. But remember, this is a wedding, not a college party. People will be chatting, dancing, eating - they won't be chugging drinks every five minutes. So, let's say one drink per hour is a safe bet.

Now, let's do some math. A standard drink is about 1.5 ounces of hard liquor, 5 ounces of wine, or 12 ounces of beer. If you're serving a mix, aim for a 60/30/10 ratio of wine, beer, and liquor. This should cover most bases.

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For a 4-hour wedding with 100 guests, you'd need:

• Wine: 20 bottles (assuming 5 glasses per bottle)
• Beer: 48 cans/bottles (assuming 4 drinks per person)
• Liquor: 2.5 bottles (assuming 1.5 ounces per drink)

Don't forget the non-drinkers

They exist, and they deserve options too! Stock up on sodas, juices, and sparkling water. You could even make a fancy mocktail or two. Your sober friends will love you for it.

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But what about leftovers?

You might end up with some leftover booze. Hey, it happens. Just remember, it's better to have a little extra than to run out. You can always send guests home with leftovers - who doesn't love a party favor?

And there you have it! You're now equipped to tackle the booze situation at your wedding like a pro. Cheers to that! Now, let's talk about the important stuff - like what you're wearing. But that's a conversation for another coffee, yeah?