How Much Champagne for 50 People?
Quick Answer
For 50 people at a large party, you need approximately 13 bottles of champagne.
Estimated cost: $195 - $520
How We Calculate
Start with guest count
50 people
Multiply by drinks per person
50 ร 1.5 = 75 total bottles
Convert to purchasing units
75 รท 6 servings per bottle = 13 bottles
Tips for Serving Champagne to 50 Guests
- โ Chill to 45ยฐF for best taste
- โ For toasts only, 1 glass per person is enough
- โ Buy sparkling wine for budget-friendly option
- โ Open carefully - point away from guests
- โ Have extra for refills at New Year's or weddings
Service Plan for 50 Guests
For a large party, plan on approximately 75 total servings over a 3-hour event. Keep a 10-15% buffer so you can handle late arrivals and heavier-than-average consumption.
Because champagne is typically served alongside other drinks, set a second non-alcoholic option to avoid over-concentration on a single beverage and reduce stockout risk.
- Prep checklist: 90+ cups, 75+ lbs of ice, and backup storage nearby.
- Chill strategy: pre-chill at least 70% before service to reduce ice melt and dilution.
- Replenishment cadence: refresh serving stations every 30-45 minutes instead of all at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much champagne do I need for 50 people?
For 50 people at a standard 3-hour party, you need 13 bottles. This is based on 1.5 bottles per person.
What's the cost of champagne for 50 guests?
Expect to spend $195 - $520 on champagne for 50 people, based on typical prices of $15-$40 per bottle.
Should I buy extra champagne?
Yes! We recommend adding 10-15% extra for unexpected guests or heavy drinkers. That's about 2 more bottles.
Editorial Process and Sources
Last reviewed: February 19, 2026
Publisher: FeedMyGuests Editorial Team ยท Contact: contact@feedmyguests.com
This page is generated from structured champagne consumption baselines and conversion rules, then reviewed for calculation consistency and internal-link quality checks.
Reference Sources
- USDA FoodData Central Retrieved: February 19, 2026
- NIH Rethinking Drinking (standard drink references) Retrieved: February 19, 2026
- FDA Food Safety Guidance Retrieved: February 19, 2026