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How Much Rum for a Party?
Quick answer: plan on 2 750ml bottles per guest for a standard 3-hour party. That usually means 2 750ml bottles for 10 guests and 6 750ml bottles for 50 guests.
Essential for tropical cocktails. One bottle makes about 17 mojitos, daiquiris, or rum and cokes.
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Quick Reference: Rum for Common Party Sizes
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Rum Tips for Your Party
- ✓ Have both white and dark rum for variety
- ✓ Stock cola, lime juice, and mint for mojitos
- ✓ Coconut rum is great for fruity drinks
- ✓ Pre-make simple syrup for cocktails
- ✓ Fresh lime juice makes a huge difference
Frequently Asked Questions
How much rum per person?
On average, plan for 2 750ml bottles per person for a 3-hour event. Adjust up for longer events or heavy drinkers.
How many 750ml bottles for 20 people?
For 20 people, you need approximately 3 750ml bottles. This assumes a standard 3-hour event with moderate drinking.
What's the cost of rum for a party?
Rum typically costs $15-$35 per 750ml bottle. For 20 people, expect to spend $45 - $105.