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How Much Coffee for a Party?
Quick answer: plan on 1.5 cups per guest for a standard 3-hour party. That usually means 15 cups for 10 guests and 75 cups for 50 guests.
Essential for morning events and after dinner. A standard coffee maker pot serves 10-12 cups.
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Quick Reference: Coffee for Common Party Sizes
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Coffee Tips for Your Party
- ✓ Offer both regular and decaf
- ✓ Set up cream, sugar, and sweetener station
- ✓ Keep coffee hot in insulated carafes
- ✓ 12-cup pot = about 10 actual servings
- ✓ Consider a coffee urn for 50+ guests
Frequently Asked Questions
How much coffee per person?
On average, plan for 1.5 cups per person for a 3-hour event. Adjust up for longer events or heavy drinkers.
How many cups for 20 people?
For 20 people, you need approximately 30 cups. This assumes a standard 3-hour event with moderate drinking.
What's the cost of coffee for a party?
Coffee typically costs $0.25-$0.75 per cup. For 20 people, expect to spend $8 - $23.