Drink Calculators

40% of all alcohol is consumed during cocktail hour - front-load your bar staff and ice.

Set up a visible '21+ only' bar area and a killer mocktail station so younger guests feel included.

Most corporate guests self-limit to 2 drinks max - don't over-order.

Milestone birthdays (21st, 30th, 40th, 50th) consume 25% more than regular birthdays.

Stock beer by the quarter: Q1 (30%), Q2 (25%), Q3 (20%), Q4 (25%) of total consumption.

Red wine outsells white 2:1 at winter holidays - adjust accordingly.

Mimosa bars are the gold standard. Stock 1 bottle of sparkling per 3 guests, plus orange juice and peach nectar for variety.

Games run back-to-back during opening weekend - people may stay 6-8 hours.

Outdoor heat increases beer consumption by 25% - have more than you think.

End of summer means people are ready to indulge one last time.

Specialty cocktails with spooky names are a must - batch them ahead.

Wine consumption peaks during dinner - have bottles ready at the table.

70% of champagne is consumed between 11:30pm and 12:15am - time your chilling.